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The University of Limerick has established itself as a dynamic and interdisciplinary research powerhouse at the intersection of robotics, assistive technology, and intelligent systems. With a portfolio spanning underwater robotics, healthcare automation, soft exoskeletons, and autonomous mobile systems, the institution brings together engineers, clinicians, and ethicists to tackle some of the most pressing technological challenges of our time. Among UL's most significant contributions is its pioneering work in underwater robotics, including a landmark review of underwater manipulator systems that has become essential reading for the offshore and marine industries, accumulating over 330 citations. Complementing this, research on electromagnetic wave propagation in seawater has laid crucial groundwork for robust subsea communications — a prerequisite for truly autonomous underwater vehicles. The group's work on visual servoing for marine intervention ROVs further cements UL's position as a global leader in subsea robotics. In healthcare robotics, UL's impact is equally profound. Researchers have advanced robot-mediated stroke rehabilitation, functional electrical stimulation for multiple sclerosis, and soft assistive exoskeletons for older adults, demonstrating a rare ability to translate engineering innovation into meaningful clinical outcomes. The MARIO project — deploying social robots as companions for people with dementia — exemplifies UL's commitment to human-centred robotics. With over 300 citations, their review of service robots in healthcare signals the institution's thought leadership in this rapidly growing domain. Beyond hardware, UL researchers engage critically with the societal dimensions of emerging technology, publishing influential work on ethical dilemmas, privacy, and user acceptance — qualities that make the institution an exceptionally rounded collaborator. Prospective students and partners will find a genuinely inclusive research culture where engineering rigor meets real-world impact.