The mission of the NRCI is to support multi-disciplinary research and provide a suitable platform for scientists (for example, medical, biological, nutritional and social) to exchange knowledge and gain further understanding into the study of human well-being. This centre was established by researchers within the School of Health Science at the Waterford Institute of Technology, and provides a unique space for scientists to conduct research across a diverse range of human health related disciplines. The main research areas active within the centre include:
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Eye Health and Function;
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Mental Health Research;
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Cognitive Function Research;
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Clinical Nutrition Research;
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Cancer Research;
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Pharmacoepidemiology and Pharmacovigilance Research;
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Human Enhancement and Drug Research;
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Chemistry and Biochemistry;
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Biotechnology.