Dympna O’Sullivan

Dympna O’Sullivan

Translational Researcher

Technological University Dublin

Project: Road AI

Dr Dympna O’Sullivan is a Computer Scientist, Health Informatician, and Head of Research in the Faculty of Computing, Digital and Data at TU Dublin. With over 15 years’ research leadership experience across Ireland, the UK, and Canada, she has led or co-led projects valued at over €20 million. Her work spans decision support systems for clinicians and patients, explainable AI for health data, human-computer interaction, and smart home technologies that empower people—especially those with dementia—to live more independently. She has filed three invention disclosures and currently leads major SFI and Erasmus+–funded projects with international teams across Europe.

Last updated: 3 November 2026

Research Programmes

Road AI

Automatically assesses road surface condition from imagery using computer vision, replacing slow manual inspection of defects such as potholes.

Technological University Dublin

Lead: Dympna O’Sullivan

Sustainability & Environmental Management

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