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Public discussion: Does race matter?

In a recent public discussion in Trinity College Dublin, panellists were asked the question ‘Does Race Matter?’ The ‘Behind the Headlines’ discussion explored how racism has manifested in different ways throughout the 20th and 21st centuries, and why racism prevails today.

2 Apr 2019

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Trinity looks to the future as it celebrates 50 years of computer science research

Experts are considering what the future may hold in a world in which computer science and technological innovation may hold the key to solving some of society’s most pressing problems.

26 Nov 2019

Trinity-led AI research generated €300m for the Irish economy

A new report has found that Artificial Intelligence (AI) research produced by the Trinity-led ADAPT SFI Research Centre is having a significant impact on Ireland’s economy.

25 Sep 2019

Trinity neuroscientist to chair European network of brain researchers

Professor Tomás Ryan will work to further our understanding of brain function and assist policy makers working in the area of mental health.

15 Jul 2019

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Trinity establishes Al Maktoum Centre for Middle Eastern Studies

Four new professors in Middle Eastern Studies will join the Centre with the vision and purpose of promoting Middle Eastern Studies within Ireland and globally.

1 Jul 2019

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Donald Trump’s use of humiliation could have catastrophic consequences

Donald Trump's use of humiliation could have catastrophic consequences, explains Simon McCarthy-Jones, Associate Professor in Clinical Psychology and Neuropsychology, in this piece for The Conversation.

11 Mar 2019

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Six Trinity researchers win Irish Research Council Advanced Laureate Awards

Each awardee will receive up to €1 million in funding over a period of up to four years to pursue frontier basic research.

11 Apr 2019

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Trinity researchers win Science Foundation Ireland 2019 Science Awards

Professors Lydia Lynch and Danny Kelly of Trinity have won Science Foundation Ireland 2019 Science Awards for their significant research contributions.

7 Nov 2019

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Understanding autism: new research dispels common assumptions

Ruth Byrne from Trinity College Dublin and Kinga Morsanyi, from Queen's University Belfast explore new insights into the autistic mind and what it’s like to have autism.

13 Dec 2019

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Lámhscríbhinn speisialta, Apacailipsis Bhaile Átha Cliath, le fáil ar fud an domhain trí ardán ar líne

Tá Coláiste na Tríonóide, Baile Átha Cliath ag ceiliúradh digitiú ‘Apacailipsis Bhaile Átha Cliath’, ceann de mhórsheoda na Leabharlainne ón meánaois.

4 Feb 2019

Equine MediRecord partners with Arabian Racing Organisation to lead way in equine welfare

Equine MediRecord was initially nurtured by Tangent, Trinity’s Ideas Workspace, and its business incubator programme, LaunchBox.

16 Dec 2019

‘Inspiring Generations’ fundraising campaign launched

‘Inspiring Generations’ will support transformative educational experiences across the University that will attract the most innovative academics, and the most talented students from all backgrounds, from the world over.

2 May 2019

We spoke to survivalists prepping for disaster: here’s what we learned

A fascinating piece published by The Conversation, featuring contributions by Associate Professors in Marketing at Trinity, Norah Campbell and Sarah Browne.

24 Jun 2019

I-LOFAR Education Centre & AstroLands Education programme launches at Birr

The centre will be equipped with a 3D video globe, a large video wall, interactive flat screen displays, and a LOFAR radio telescope network activity wall.

30 May 2019

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Website on the history of theatre censorship in Britain launched

A fascinating new website featuring high-resolution scans of eighteenth-century play manuscripts will now allow people to see exactly what phrases, words and speeches were deemed out of bounds in the past.

22 Nov 2019

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King and Queen of the Netherlands view precious Fagel collection in Trinity

As part of their State visit to Ireland, King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands visited Trinity's Old Library where they viewed the 18th century Dutch collection.

14 Jun 2019

First HRB Impact Award recognises Professor Mary McCarron

The Health Research Board presents its first HRB Impact Award to Dean of Health Sciences Professor Mary McCarron recognising how her research has transformed the health, care and living environments of people ageing with ID.

8 Feb 2019

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New material could increase our smartphone battery life by over 300%

Professor Valeria Nicolosi, Dr Chuanfang (John) Zhang and Dr Sang-hoon Park have developed a new material, called MXenes, which could increase our average smartphone battery life by over 300%

22 Feb 2019

Prestigious Cochrane Review published for School of Dental Science

Researchers from the School of Dental Science at Trinity have carried out the first review of the effectiveness of oral hygiene interventions specifically designed for people with intellectual disabilities.

8 Jul 2019

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Epigenetics: What impact does it have on our psychology?

Associate Professor of Genetics and Neuroscience at Trinity, Kevin Mitchell asks whether we can overwrite the genes that dictate our innate traits and predispositions, in this opinion piece written for The Conversation.

28 Jan 2019