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How does Santa deliver billions of gifts in one night? Quantum physics of course…

According to Professor John Goold and Dr Mark Mitchison (of the TCD QuSys research group in Trinity), Santa is exploiting quantum mechanics to achieve the seemingly impossible.

23 Dec 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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Christmas dinner with a sustainable twist: Food Smart Dublin team recreates three historical seafood dishes

The team, funded by the Irish Research Council, has worked with talented chefs to recreate seasonal dishes from long-forgotten, centuries-old recipes that are both delicious and environmentally responsible.

21 Dec 2020

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Life before COVID: Health and habits of Ireland’s older people before crisis hit

TILDA researchers have released a comprehensive report detailing the health, social and economic circumstances of older adults in Ireland pre- COVID-19.

17 Dec 2020

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Geologists discover new path to rare earth mineral formation – implications for green energy and tech industries

Their discovery has important economic implications because there are no substitute alternatives to these rare earth elements, which are indispensable for smart devices, wind turbines and hybrid cars.

17 Dec 2020

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