Articles
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Why people embrace conspiracy theories: it’s about community, not gullibility
A sense of community activism is attracting people to these ideas, according a new research study co-authored by Stephen Murphy, Trinity Business School.
22 Aug 2025
Business|Culture|Research
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Why Ireland’s mild temperatures won’t protect it from the climate crisis
Prof. Graham Dwyer from the Trinity Centre for Social Innovation and Prof. Karen Wilshire, Professor of Climate Sciences at Trinity, write about a topical issue for The Conversation.
22 Aug 2025
Environment|Research|Science|Sustainability
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AI can democratise higher education if used wisely
Professor Orla Sheils, Vice-Provost and Chief Academic Officer, writes in The Irish Times about the opportunities presented by artificial intelligence to the higher education sphere, and argues that they should be embraced.
25 Aug 2025
Community|Innovation|Society|Students
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Scientists discover how genetic mutations drive Weaver syndrome
Scientists have discovered how mutations in a specific gene drive the rare developmental disorder Weaver syndrome, which is marked by intellectual disability and overgrowth and predisposes people with the condition to cancer.
26 Aug 2025
Research|Science
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Trinity’s points rise as strong demand offsets lower grade inflation
Data from the Central Applications Office showed that 11,233 students made first preference applications to Trinity’s Level 8 courses this year, up from 10,015 in 2024. This is a 12% increase in first preference applications from 2024.
27 Aug 2025
Community|Students