Giordani Group Researchers Shine at DCU Research on Walls 2026!

The Giordani Group had a strong presence at this year’s Research on Walls competition at Dublin City University, with PhD researchers Yingru Zhou and Aravind Kannoth Anilkumar presenting their research among 56 postgraduate participants from across the university.

Held on 12 May 2026 at DCU’s Glasnevin campus, the annual event organised by the Graduate Studies Office, challenges doctoral researchers to communicate the impact of their research through a single striking visual image.

The Giordani Group was especially delighted to celebrate the success of 3rd year PhD student Yingru Zhou, who was named one of the winners of Research on Walls 2026 for her project “From a commonplace beverage to nano materials”. Representing the School of Chemical Sciences, Yingru’s entry was recognised for its creativity and its ability to communicate complex scientific ideas through an engaging visual narrative.

Alongside this achievement, Aravind Kannoth Anilkumar also showcased his research at the event, contributing to the group’s strong representation and highlighting the innovative and interdisciplinary research being carried out within the Giordani Group. Entries were evaluated by a distinguished panel representing academic leadership, visual communication, and the arts.

The participation and success of Giordani Group researchers at Research on Walls 2026 reflects the group’s ongoing commitment to research excellence, creativity, and effective science communication.