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New Irish research reveals the secret lives of tiger sharks

The researchers hope to assess how the global climate crisis may impact these apex predators, whose physiology is directly affected by temperature.

7 Jun 2019

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Trinity launches first Research Strategy and Charter

Trinity’s first Living Research Excellence Strategy and Research Charter have been launched by the Provost, Dr Patrick Prendergast.

6 Jun 2019

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Scientists discover how Hepatitis C “ghosts” our immune system

The virus dulls the normal immune response to viral infection by hijacking our own cellular machinery that ordinarily initiates the response.

5 Jun 2019

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SciFest@TCPID showcases STEM projects from students with intellectual disabilities

The Trinity Centre for People with Intellectual Disabilities (TCPID) was proud to host its third annual ‘SciFest@TCPID supported by Abbott’ exhibition and award ceremony this week. The event was held in the Science Gallery in Trinity and showcased an exciting array of investigative science and technology projects, researched and curated by current TCPID students. SciFest@TCPID, […]

31 May 2019

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I-LOFAR Education Centre & AstroLands Education programme launches at Birr

The centre will be equipped with a 3D video globe, a large video wall, interactive flat screen displays, and a LOFAR radio telescope network activity wall.

30 May 2019

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Trinity researchers showcase pollinator and sustainability friendly gardens at Bloom

They have been created thanks to interdisciplinary collaboration between experts in botany, education and engineering.

30 May 2019

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Trinity’s evaluation of HSE’s ‘Schwartz Rounds’ first of its kind in Ireland

The School of Nursing and Midwifery at Trinity College have presented the findings of their independent evaluation of the HSE's Schwartz Rounds; an initiative which aims to support healthcare professionals with the emotional impact and experiences of their roles.

29 May 2019

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Professor Jacqueline Barton gives Cocker and RSC Centenary Prize Lecture

Professor Barton, an expert in the chemistry of DNA, became the first female to deliver the Cocker Lecture.

27 May 2019

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Trinity economist to lead Irish participation in EU energy project

Professor Denny will lead the Irish participation in the SocialRES project and joins a team of researchers from Germany, France, Spain, Italy, Portugal, Croatia, Romania and the UK.

27 May 2019

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Trinity researchers elected to Royal Irish Academy

Five Trinity academics have been elected as new members of the Royal Irish Academy for their exceptional contribution to the sciences, humanities and social sciences, and to public service.

24 May 2019

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