Articles
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New link between volcanic eruptions, Nile flooding and revolt in ancient Egypt
Major revolts in ancient Egypt’s famous Ptolemaic era may have been triggered by volcanic eruptions that resulted in the suppression of the Nile summer flooding, according to new research led by historians in Trinity and Yale.
17 Oct 2017
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Student engineers showcase the autonomous vehicle tech of tomorrow
Budding engineers showcased prototype technology solutions designed for the autonomous vehicles of the future, which include a disability-friendly sports car and an expanding ambulance.
3 Apr 2017
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Trinity receives funding to involve public in research process from the start
The Health Research Board and Irish Research Council have announced a new €1.75million initiative to help researchers involve the public at the very start of the health research process.
31 May 2017
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Husband and wife scientists made Chevaliers by French government
Professor in Physics at Trinity, Peter Gallagher, and his wife, Professor Emma Teeling, UCD, were invested as Knights of the Order of Academic Palms.
17 May 2017
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Researchers make breakthrough in materials design
Knowing how materials form at the nano scale will impact how they are designed -- ultimately enabling more efficient devices and extending battery life.
28 Jul 2017
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Lively day of racing at annual Regatta
This year's event attended by 181 national and international crews
18 Apr 2017
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Time of day affects severity of autoimmune disease
Understanding the interplay between 24-hour day-night cycles and the immune system may help inform drug-targeting strategies to alleviate autoimmune disease.
12 Dec 2017
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Will Amazon’s Whole Foods deal go the same way as L’Oréal and Body Shop?
Assistant Professor of Ethical Business at Trinity, Tanusree Jain, wonders whether Whole Foods will be able to retain its 'conscious capitalism'.
22 Jun 2017
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One in eight older adults in Ireland are deficient in vitamin D
Provinces such as Connacht/Ulster and Munster have higher incidences of deficiency compared to Leinster across all seasons.
4 Sep 2017
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Up to 460,000 people at risk from unsafe radon exposure in Ireland
Up to 460,000 people at risk from unsafe radon exposure in Ireland.
23 May 2017
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Abortion in Modern Ireland
As part of the Trinity Long Room Hub’s Behind the Headlines forum, the panel included experts from Trinity’s School of Law, School of Social Work and Social Policy and School of Histories and Humanities.
15 Mar 2017
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Trinity Business Student of the Year 2017
Business and Law student Benn Hogan has been announced as the winner of the 2017 Trinity Business Student of the Year for his outstanding academic achievements and contribution to University life.
15 May 2017
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Quantum physicist wins prestigious ERC award to pursue next-gen research
Dr John Goold will use the ERC Starting Grant to establish his own research group in the School of Physics and pursue next-gen research in the field of quantum systems.
15 Sep 2017
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Play penned by secondary students notes Ireland’s failure to welcome refugees
The event showcasing Development Education at the School of Education featured the play entitled ÉIRE: Land of a Hundred Thousand Welcomes.
16 Jun 2017
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New research points to treatment breakthrough for globally devastating viruses
An international collaboration, including scientists from Trinity College Dublin has potentially unlocked the door to better treatment of viral diseases, including the flu and the common cold.
12 Jul 2017
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How Bram Stoker’s ‘Dracula’ was inspired by traditional Irish folk tales
The significance of Celtic folklore and Halloween in the creation of Bram Stoker’s 'Dracula' will be the focus of a public lecture delivered by renowned author and horror scholar David J. Skal on Halloween night.
26 Oct 2017
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‘Frondeurs’ and fake news: how misinformation ruled in 17th-century France
Lecturer in French History, Linda Kiernan, with an opinion piece published on The Conversation.
2 Aug 2017
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Trinity Walton Club ‘alphas’ present STEM solutions to societal problems
Third-year 'alphas' presented projects around the theme of 'Healthy Living', while first-year 'alphas' enjoyed their Year 1 graduation with Mrs Marian Woods, Ernest Walton’s daughter.
2 Jun 2017
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How smart are fish?
Scientists and anglers will share research and fishing tales that paint a surprisingly complex picture of fish behaviour at an exciting evening discussion.
13 Apr 2017
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New online course in legal training for child protection & welfare practitioners
This CPD course is being provided by Trinity’s School of Social Work and Social Policy in collaboration with Mason Hayes & Curran.
24 Jan 2017