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Irish schools should focus more on linguistic diversity
A greater focus on “heritage languages”, in addition to English and Irish learning, is needed in Irish schools according to an expert from Trinity.
11 Jun 2019
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Big Sugar and neglect by global health community fuel oral health crisis
Vulnerable groups, such as the very young, people with disabilities, frail older people and marginalised groups, continue to experience poor oral health in Ireland.
19 Jul 2019
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Dublin Apocalypse manuscript, one of the great medieval treasures of Trinity Library, now available online
February, 2019 Trinity College Dublin celebrated the digitisation of the Dublin Apocalypse, one of great medieval treasures of the Library, with a symposium at which international scholars reflected on this remarkable manuscript and its arresting vision of the end of days. Irish Times The Journal.com Irish America magazine Lyric FM Culture File
22 Feb 2019
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Robotics engineers unveil ‘Stevie II’ – Ireland’s first socially assistive AI robot
Stevie II is the successor to Stevie, a prototype assistance robot who took the country by storm in 2017. Stevie II embodies significant technological upgrades and advanced AI capabilities.
15 May 2019
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Repetitive impacts key to understanding sports-associated concussions
It seems that repetitive impacts – as opposed to single events – cause the all-important damage to blood vessels in the brain.
9 Sep 2019
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Irish universities contribute €8.89 billion to Irish economy annually
The first ever socio-economic impact research undertaken on the role universities play in the economy and society has been carried out by Indecon on behalf of the Irish Universities Association.
4 Apr 2019
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Trinity’s Act of Remembrance and Thanksgiving – 28 February
Trinity’s Act of Remembrance & Thanksgiving will take place on 28 February. This biannual ceremony is a tribute to those who in death have served the living through donating their bodies to medical science, and in so doing becoming invaluable ‘silent teachers’ to the students. This opportunity for students and staff to express their gratitude […]
19 Feb 2019
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Trinity and Inland Fisheries Ireland to collaborate on fisheries research
Trinity’s School of Natural Sciences and Inland Fisheries Ireland (IFI) signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) today that will enable both institutions to collaborate closely across fisheries research projects. Minister of State with responsibility for the inland fisheries sector, Sean Canney, attended the signing and welcomed the formalisation of the partnership. The MOU was signed […]
17 Apr 2019
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INDEx survey to inform decision-making around digital teaching and learning
This is the final week of The Irish National Digital Experience (INDEx) Survey, Ireland's first ever survey of the digital engagement, experiences and expectations of both students and those who teach in Irish higher education.
25 Nov 2019
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Nigerian royal visit to Trinity Centre for Literary and Cultural Translation
The Nigerian monarch spoke of his great interest in language and culture and expressed his wish that the relationship between Trinity and Nigerian universities might be further developed.
2 Jul 2019
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New regional postgraduate certificate for entrepreneurs and innovators
Trinity has launched a new regional postgraduate certificate aimed at aspiring entrepreneurs, which will be offered through four centres in Cork, Limerick, Galway and Dublin.
20 Feb 2019
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Variable venom – why are some snakes deadlier than others?
Comparing records of venom potency and quantity for over 100 venomous snake species shows that potency depends on what a species eats.
8 Jan 2019
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Innovative projects successful under Sláintecare funding
Two innovative projects from the Department of Clinical Medicine were announced as successful applicants to the government funding scheme.
19 Sep 2019
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World Down Syndrome Day Summit explores 20 years of Trinity research into Down syndrome and dementia
The Trinity Centre for Ageing with an Intellectual Disability (TCAID) marked World Down Syndrome Day 2019 by presenting and exploring the science of Dementia and Down syndrome.
22 Mar 2019
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Gradaim Ghaeilge Choláiste na Tríonóide 2019 fógartha
Tá an-áthas ar Oifig na Gaeilge, Coláiste na Tríonóide, Gradaim na Gaeilge 2019 a fhógairt. Déanfaidh na gradaim an tréanobair atá ar bun ar son na Gaeilge i gColáiste na Tríonóide agus sa phobal a aithint. Is iad na catagóirí bronnta ná: Mac léinn aonair Ball foirne aonair Cumann mac léinn Seirbhís sa Choláiste Céimí […]
26 Mar 2019
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GAA/TILDA partnership brings the ‘secrets of positive ageing’ to every county
Irish Life supports ‘How to Age Well’ seminar series through CSR support for GAA Healthy Club Project and Trinity’s Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing
21 Feb 2019
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Why dogs really are a person’s best friend: new TILDA research
Walking your dog is linked to greater physical activity and social participation according to new TILDA research.
26 Aug 2019
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Research award to improve outcomes for pancreatic cancer patients
Professor Maeve Lowery's award from the Pancreatic Cancer Research Foundation (PCRF) will all for improved outcomes for patients with pancreatic cancer.
14 Aug 2019
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Science through a kid’s eyes – Professor Luke O’Neill launches new book
Young minds will learn of Ireland's huge contributions to science, and be inspired to think like scientists.
3 Oct 2019
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Two Trinity researchers involved in publication of major new report on ageing
The best way to improve life outcomes in old age is to anticipate and tackle them in youth and middle age. This is the key conclusion from a major new Evidence Review Report entitled Transforming the Future of Ageing, published by SAPEA.
28 Jun 2019
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Molecular diagnostics and the future of oncology
Professor of Molecular Diagnostics, Orla Sheils and Director of the Trinity Translational Medicine Institute (TTMI) at the School of Medicine delivered her inaugural Trinity lecture recently.
14 Jan 2019
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Trinity appoints first Associate Vice-Provost for Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Professor Clodagh Brook will advocate for equality, diversity and inclusion across the university to support all of our students and staff.
5 Nov 2019
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Global study unearths myriad meanings for “nature” in different cultures
After studying what “nature” means in more than 60 different languages, including some indigenous peoples’ languages, it is easier to see why unifying environmental and conservation policies is so hard.
19 Dec 2019
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Trinity teams up with Rugby Players Ireland to assess health of retired elite athletes
A new research project led by Trinity College Dublin in collaboration Rugby Players Ireland is seeking to shed new light on the general health and wellness of retired elite athletes, with a particular focus on impact sports and brain health.
30 Jan 2019
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Gaza: what life is like under the continuing Israeli blockade
By the seaside in Gaza City. Yaser Alashqar, Author provided Yaser Alashqar, Trinity College Dublin In his latest update to the UN Security Council in late October, Nicolay Mlandenov, the UN’s special coordinator for the Middle East peace process, warned that as the occupation of Palestinian land continues and a two-state solution moves further away: […]
8 Nov 2019
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Innovation Workspace set to deliver €6 million in investment
Tangent, Trinity’s Ideas Workspace, a new cutting-edge innovation facility, co-located in the Trinity College Business School, has been officially launched.
5 Sep 2019
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Second annual Trinity HistoryCon
Academics, members of the public, actors and cosplayers came together to explore the influence of history on popular media and culture at the second annual Trinity HistoryCon
27 Nov 2019
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Honours even at rowing Colours
Wins for Trinity novice men and senior women at this year's event
12 Mar 2019
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SEAI grants of almost €700,000 awarded to two Trinity professors
David Igoe, an assistant professor in the School of Civil, Structural and Environmental Engineering at Trinity College Dublin, was awarded €348,950 from SEAI’s research and development programme to lead a research project exploring the dynamic interactions between the foundations and soils for offshore wind turbines. Eleanor Denny, an associate professor in the Economics Department at Trinity College Dublin, was awarded a research grant of €348,000 from SEAI’s research and development programme to conduct research into electric vehicles and consumer investment behaviour.
23 Dec 2019
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Provost and Indian Ambassador plant tree to commemorate Gandhi’s 150th birth anniversary
The Provost and Indian Ambassador to Ireland jointly planted a peace Trachycarpus fortunei Palm tree to celebrate 150 years since the birth of Mahatma Gandhi.
5 Dec 2019