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Ancient genomes uncover a dynastic elite in Irish passage tomb societies

The genome of an adult male from the heart of the world famous Newgrange passage tomb points to first-degree incest, implying dynasty and echoing local place-name folklore first recorded in Medieval times.

17 Jun 2020

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Researchers kick off Ireland’s first project to measure real-world driving emissions using remote sensing

The team will measure and model real-world emissions from more than 150,000 vehicles at four locations over a 16-week period in Dublin.

1 Jul 2020

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Scientists discover mutations associated with early onset dementia

The research, which represents a significant advance in our understanding of an early onset form of dementia, may also progress our understanding of conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease.

22 Dec 2020

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Rural men’s mental health through the Covid-19 pandemic: a snap-shot

The TV programme for on-line broadcast, highlighting rural men's experiences through the pandemic, was aired to mark International Mens' Day 2020.

19 Nov 2020

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Democracy in an age of pandemics

The Trinity Long Room Hub’s latest online-only Behind the Headlines discussion tackled the topic of democracy and pandemics, with an international panel of speakers.

29 Apr 2020

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