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Welcome to the School of Medicine
The School of Medicine is Ireland’s leading medical school and ranks as one of the world’s top medical schools (QS World Ranking by Subject 2025 – 83rd for Medicine). The School of Medicine is the leading research school in Trinity, home to over 800 highly diverse researchers and spanning 21 medical and scientific disciplines. The School of Medicine is a multidisciplinary school comprising Medicine, Radiation Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy, Human Health and Disease, and Human Nutrition and Dietetics. Over 90% of the academic staff are highly active in research. Fifty per cent of senior principal investigators are clinical academics combining their clinical commitments with their academic activities.
Head of School welcome message
Prof. Colin Doherty gives a brief overview of what it means to study at the School of Medicine at Trinity College Dublin.
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Events
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DRNI North-South Dementia Research Symposium
DRNI are hosting an inaugural in-person North-South Dementia Research Symposium in Dublin, under the theme Brain Health across the Island of Ireland. The event will focus on dementia research taking place in Ireland and Northern Ireland, with a particular emphasis on brain health and areas such as blood-based biomarkers and prevention.
Arts Building
Friday, 5 June 2026, 10am – 4:15pm GMTDT
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The 100-Year Life: What 20 Years of TILDA Tells Us About Our Future Selves
What does it mean to live longer and live well? Join TILDA for a special public event marking 20 years of ageing research in Ireland, featuring a keynote lecture from Professor Sarah Harper CBE, University of Oxford, and a thought-provoking panel discussion exploring healthy ageing, longevity and the future of ageing societies.
Trinity Business School 182 Pearse Street
Monday, 8 June 2026, 2:30 – 5pm GMTDT
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European Iron Conference- European Iron Club Meeting
European Iron Club (EIC) Meeting 2026 at Trinity College Dublin (18–20 June). An international meeting bringing together researchers and clinicians in iron biology, from basic science to clinical practice, with keynote talks, a CPD workshop, and unique Irish cultural sessions.
Trinity Business School 182 Pearse Street
Thursday, 18 June 2026
Current News
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The Royal City of Dublin Hospital Trust backs four School of Medicine Academics to conduct important health research
Four important clinical research projects led by academic clinicians in the School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin now have the support of the Royal City of Dublin Hospital Trust.
20 Jun 2023
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“Giving Gynaecological Oncology A Voice” campaign a winner of 2023 PR award
The Irish Network for Gynaecological Oncology’s (INGO) 2022 campaign, entitled “Giving Gynaecological Oncology A Voice”
19 Jun 2023
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Prestigious Science Foundation Ireland backs three School of Medicine Academics to conduct ground breaking health research
Three important clinical research projects led by academic clinicians in the School of Medicine, Trinity College Dublin have emerged as winners in the recently announced Science Foundation Ireland (SFI)
31 May 2023
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Important new clinical research awards to address health challenges
Four important clinical research projects led by academic clinicians in the School of Medicine, have emerged as winners in the recently announced Definitive Intervention and Feasibility Awards (DIFA) 2023 results.
31 May 2023
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Orla Hardiman wins eminent HRB Impact Award 2023 for her outstanding achievements
Professor Hardiman received the award for her exceptional contribution to research that has informed policy and practice in a way that positively impacts both the care and well-being of patients and their families.
10 Feb 2023
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Project to mobilise the immune system to fight blindness receives prestigious ERC funding
Researchers will examine a particular - but understudied - type of immune cell in the retina which has major potential to heal diseased blood vessels in the eye.
31 Jan 2023
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Working towards the replacement of animal testing for lung cancer
An exciting new project is underway at the School of Medicine to explore the use of non-animal research to find novel and more effective ways to monitor treatment response in people affected by lung cancer.
17 Jan 2023
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ADMiRE ADHD App has the potential to revolutionise clinical care for young people with ADHD in Ireland
In Ireland, one in three young people in child mental health services have ADHD. It is extremely important to treat ADHD effectively as untreated or poorly treated ADHD is associated with a raft of negative health and socio-
23 Nov 2023
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Irish Research Council supports three School of Medicine civic engagement projects
Three researchers in the School of Medicine have been backed in the latest round of funding under the Irish Research Council New Foundations awards scheme which are designed to help civic society organisations and Government
14 Dec 2023
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School of Medicine welcomes Athena SWAN Bronze Award for commitment to gender equality
The School of Medicine has been awarded an Athena SWAN Bronze Award in the latest round of awards for its commitment and action to improve gender equality.
20 Dec 2022
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