Prof. Paul Stynes, Dean of the School of Computing at National College of Ireland, has been awarded a Principal Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (HEA) (2024) at Advance Higher Education. Prof. Paul Stynes has been a dedicated member of the Health Research Consent Declaration Committee (HRCDC) since he was appointed by the Minister for Health in January 2024. NCI proudly congratulates Prof. Stynes on this fantastic achievement.
Principal Fellowship means being highly experienced, being a strategic leader, and having an effective impact. It is a great achievement that recognizes one's commitment and contribution to student learning. Achieving Principal Fellowship is a testament to Professor Stynes’ dedication to advancing educational practices and fostering an environment where both students and colleagues can thrive.
“I am very grateful to Advance HEA for this prestigious award. When I think about the word ‘fellowship,’ I envision us all traveling a road together. I am proud to have contributed to paving the way for computing students who are just beginning their journey. Fellowship also means good company - none of us travel this road alone. I extend my heartfelt thanks to my mentors, colleagues, and the National College of Ireland for their unwavering support, which has enabled me to develop my vision and practice leadership in education. This recognition inspires me to continue pushing the boundaries of teaching and learning, ensuring that we not only impart knowledge, but also empower the next generation of leaders and thinkers." ~ Professor. Paul Stynes.
Paul Stynes holds a PhD in Artificial Intelligence from Trinity College Dublin, and a Master’s in Engineering from the University of Limerick. Prof. Paul Stynes is the principal investigator for the STEM Family Learning Programme, which is funded by Science Foundation Ireland, the statutory body in Ireland responsible for funding strategically focused STEM research. Prof. Paul Stynes’ research in the medical domain correlates with the use of Machine Learning to determine the age of the brain by looking at MRI images. Prof. Stynes has an impressive publications portfolio, with over 43 scientific publications in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Educational Management. As an academic leader, as an industry professional, as someone who is highly motivated with an impressive track record to illustrate his skills, Prof. Paul Stynes will no doubt thrive in this new role, and we look forward to seeing his contributions to HEA.
More About the HRCDC:
The Health Research Consent Declaration Committee (HRCDC) was established as part of the Health Research Regulations made under the Data Protection Act, 2018. The purpose of those Regulations is to support health research and promote necessary and desirable public confidence in such research. To learn more, visit HRCDC | Transparency – Confidence – Trust
More About the School of Computing at NCI:
The largest School of Computing in Ireland, NCI’s mix of innovative pedagogy and hands-on practical experience produces graduates of distinction, much sought-after by employers, and encouraged and supported by the College’s knowledge transfer and commercialization champions to start up their own enterprises.
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