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The World Rugby Research Unit (WRRU) has been established to identify external projects that World Rugby are interested in funding as well as to provide a structure for review for internally driven projects. Since its launch in 2015, the WRRU has reviewed more than 100 projects and has provided funding in areas such as concussion management, player load and mental health. The priorities that projects are measured against and further information on deadlines and World Rugby’s overall research strategy can be found at playerwelfare.worldrugby.org. The World Rugby Technical Services equipment and research function looks after everything from turf to wearable technology. Here are some facts and statistics relating to different types of equipment used in the international game.RESEARCH CORNERGOGGLES WORLD RUGBY RESEARCH UNITunions 28participating eligible 1,061 participantsactual 490 participants EDUCATE | RESEARCH CORNER