Niamh Donnelly

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Dr. Niamh Donnelly is a leading researcher in the intersection of medical robotics and infection control, with a primary focus on radiology department safety. Her pioneering work centers on the development and validation of autonomous ultraviolet germicidal irradiation (UVGI) robots for rapid, chemical-free disinfection of clinical environments. Dr. Donnelly’s major contributions include demonstrating the practical applicability of robot-assisted UV disinfection in high-traffic radiology suites, a need amplified by the COVID-19 pandemic. Her landmark 2021 study, "Exploring the Applicability of Robot-Assisted UV Disinfection in Radiology," has garnered 53 citations, establishing a foundational protocol for integrating autonomous systems into existing infection control workflows. She further advanced this field with her 2022 paper on rapid room disinfection, which has received 22 citations and highlights significant reductions in turnaround times between patient procedures. Dr. Donnelly’s work bridges engineering and clinical practice, offering scalable solutions to reduce healthcare-associated infections. Her research is particularly notable for addressing the logistical challenges of manual chemical disinfection, providing a safer, more efficient alternative that protects both patients and healthcare workers.