All of us at UCD School of Chemistry were saddened to hear of the recent passing of retired colleague, Dr. Raphael Darcy.
Professor James Sullivan, Head of School said of Dr. Darcy:
We remember with great fondness Dr. Rafe Darcy, a kind and thoughtful colleague who passed away on December 11th 2025. Rafe worked as a lecturer in organic chemistry in the Department of Chemistry from the 1970s through to the mid-2000s. He was widely respected for his significant research contributions in the synthesis of cyclodextrins in medicine (and continued collaboration with the UCC School of Pharmacy up to 2019).
Beyond his research, he was deeply appreciated for his warmth and collegiality, most fondly recalled through his organisation of annual Christmas Irish coffees bringing colleagues together and reflecting his generous spirit.
Rafe will be remembered not only for his professional achievements, but for the kindness and sense of community he fostered within the School.
Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.