Maura Farrell

Dr. Maura Farrell is an Associate Professor at the University of Galway, specialising in Rural and Agricultural Geography. Her research focuses on social, cultural, and economic transformations in rural communities, with an emphasis on sustainability and innovation. She currently leads the Horizon Europe FLIARA (Female-Led Innovation in Agriculture and Rural Areas) project and is Principal Investigator for the PREMIERE project.  A published academic, she contributes to advancing rural policy and is actively involved in community-driven rural development initiatives.