Articles
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Eyes in the sky — how ground-bound animals follow vultures to a free lunch
On the plains of Africa, jackals and hyenas follow scavenging vultures to pick up an easy meal.
21 Mar 2017
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Viewing protein folding helps scientists home in on neurodegenerative disease
Scientists have, for the first time, observed how proteins fold in real time, which has implications for understanding diseases like Alzheimer's and Parkinson's.
16 May 2017
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A digital exhibition exploring J.M. Synge’s ‘The Playboy of the Western World’
A digital exhibition exploring J.M. Synge’s most celebrated play launched on 110th anniversary
26 Jan 2017
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‘From Decadence to Despair’: An chéad taispeántas mór faoi Oscar Wilde in Éirinn
Tá tús curtha leis an gcéad taispeántas mór riamh in Éirinn maidir le Oscar Wilde i Leabharlann Choláiste na Tríonóide, Baile Átha Cliath.
12 Oct 2017
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Liffey Trust teams up with Trinity Business School to fund MBA scholarships
The scholarship was awarded to John Drumm, founder of Glencar Healthcare, which specialises in funding Irish healthcare infrastructure.
25 Aug 2017
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Researchers take to Zero-G ‘Vomit Comet’ to study steam-powered spaceccraft
Dr Robinson was assessing how water evaporates in space for the European Space Agency, with his work focused on the potential of steam for powering next-gen spacecraft.
5 Jul 2017
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High levels of mental health issues for spousal carers of people with dementia
The largest study undertaken in Ireland to examine the health and wellbeing of people caring for their spouse with dementia was launched during national carers Week.
13 Jun 2017
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Trinity celebrates the 425th anniversary of the University
Trinity celebrated 425 years of the university’s founding with a special commemorative symposium opened by An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar.
26 Sep 2017
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Innovation Academy completes first Postdoc bootcamp
The Innovation Academy’s first foray into training Postdocs took place last week. This three day Bootcamp focused on the fundamentals of creative thinking, teambuilding and communications with an overarching aim of supporting Postdoctoral professional development.
27 Sep 2017
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New discovery to prevent infections spreading on medical devices
Microbiologists from Trinity have discovered how to prevent bacterial 'biofilms' from forming on implanted medical devices such as hip replacements and heart valves.
20 Mar 2017
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Trinity team leads €12m EU-funded project to bring nature into cities
Through Connecting Nature, 11 European cities will invest in large-scale implementation of nature-based solutions and share their experiences on a global scale.
5 Jul 2017
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Boundaries for biodiversity: the implausible science of a ’safe operating space”
The notion that global environmental processes have ‘tipping points’ and that we can deplete the environment until we hit them is not supported by science.
17 Nov 2017
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Trinity’s Architecture Celebrated during Open House Dublin 2017
Trinity will open its doors to the public as part of Open House Dublin 2017, 13th – 15th October. Open House Dublin is a unique experience, presented by the Irish Architecture Foundation, inviting you to explore the rich architecture of Dublin.
11 Oct 2017
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When the past is present: the multiple meanings of ‘hearing voices’
Dr. Simon McCarthy-Jones, Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry, explains new perspectives emerging in the field of voice hearing, which are leading to innovative ways to help hearers.
27 Apr 2017
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New research shows link between hearing loss and dementia
People with age-related hearing loss had an increased risk for cognitive decline including executive function, processing speed and episodic memory, as well as cognitive impairment and dementia.
14 Dec 2017
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The transformative power of peer support in recovering from mental illness
New Irish research by academics in Trinity has provided important evidence about the transformative power that peer support programmes can have for people recovering from mental illness. The research is presented in a new book entitled Narratives of Recovery from Mental Illness and is published by Routledge.
31 May 2017
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Martin Scorsese receives Trinity’s Philosophical Society’s Gold Medal
Renowned film director, Martin Scorsese became an Honorary Patron of the University Philosophical Society (The Phil) in February.
6 Apr 2017
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President of the European Central Bank Mario Draghi speaks at Trinity
Mr Draghi's talk was on 'Youth unemployment in the euro area' .
22 Sep 2017
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2017 Abrivia/Trinity Salary Survey highlights issues around pension & rents
The data was compiled from a survey of 7,400 companies and 40,000 employees across multiple industry sectors.
9 Jan 2017
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Enhancing the visitor experience
Over two million visitors come to Trinity each year. This summer they will enjoy an enhanced visitor experience with new developments such as the refurbished entrance at Nassau Street.
6 Apr 2017