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Four Trinity researchers secure SFI Public Service Fellowships

The fellowships will foster innovation within the Public Sector by supporting the development and implementation of data-driven and evidence-based approaches.

22 Oct 2020

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A pioneering platform to support the growing nature-based economy

This novel marketplace directly connects increasing global market demand for nature-based solutions (from public and private sector ‘buyers’) with supply (innovative enterprises developing new sustainable nature-based solutions).

21 Oct 2020

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High levels of microplastics released from infant feeding bottles during formula prep

The research also indicates a strong relationship between heat and microplastic release, such that warmer liquids (formula or water used to sterilise bottles) result in far greater release, underlining the need for appropriate mitigation strategies and new plastic technologies.

19 Oct 2020

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The demon is in the detail – Trinity team discovers uniquely quantum effect in erasing information

The surprising discovery, which may have significant implications for the design of quantum computing chips, brings back to life the paradoxical “Maxwell’s demon”, which has tormented physicists for over 150 years.

16 Oct 2020

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How do you communicate when you have language learning difficulties?

Researchers are highlighting a unique study to mark International Developmental Language Disorder Awareness Day.

16 Oct 2020

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Study finds athletes fear being judged as weak when they experience pain or injury

Researchers have undertaken the first multi-centred, international, qualitative study exploring the rower experience of sporting low back pain (LBP).

15 Oct 2020

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Zoologists uncover new example of rapid evolution in Southeast Asia – meet the Sulawesi Babblers

The zoologists have discovered that male and female Sulawesi Babblers (Pellorneum celebense, a species of bird) have evolved to attain different sizes on small islands, and in quick-fire time.

8 Oct 2020

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Unravelling the MADness of cancer

Researchers at TSJCI are exploring MAD2, an intriguing protein, which has been associated with poor survival in cancer.

3 Oct 2020

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Researching the role of exercise in cancer survivorship

The Trinity Exercise Oncology Research Group is making vast improvements to the physical, mental and social well-being of oesophago-gastric cancer survivors.

2 Oct 2020

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Funding for pilot study in Huntington’s disease and Motor Neurone Disease

Final year PhD student Roisin McMackin from the Academic Unit of Neurology will investigate how motor and cognitive symptoms in Huntington’s and Motor Neurone Disease relate to underlying brain dysfunction.

1 Oct 2020

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Investigating the significance of smoking in cervical cancer

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is considered the strongest risk factor for cervical cancer. Although, HPV is a very common infection, not all infections will lead to a cancer diagnosis. Other co-factors may be involved in the development of this particular type of cancer. Dr Christine White and her team, led by Professor John O’Leary at Trinity […]

1 Oct 2020

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Researchers develop global consensus on sustainability in the built environment

The Global Consensus on Sustainability in the Built Environment (GLOBE) highlights the global challenges associated with the built environment as a main contributor to climate change.

1 Oct 2020

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Studying the cancer patient’s immune system to predict their response to treatment

The team is researching new ways to improve current treatment strategies for gastrointestinal cancers at the Trinity St James Cancer Institute (TSJCI).

30 Sep 2020

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Clot-prediction system to minimise risk after cancer surgery

Research at the Trinity St James Cancer Institute (TSJCI) is investigating the prevention of thrombosis in cancer patients after surgery.

29 Sep 2020

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Trinity cancer research discovery leads to clinical trial in childhood cancer

The research, led by Dr Gerard Brien discovered an ‘Achilles heel’ in synovial tumours, which provided an opportunity to develop new treatment approaches.

28 Sep 2020

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Researchers to design new VR systems for healthcare, entertainment, and e-education

The project, SpheryStream, will ehance the visual sensation of future media systems and have uses in a variety of sectors, from healthcare to education.

25 Sep 2020

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New €2.3 million EU research project will use big data toolkit to study debilitating condition of Vasculitis

The project will link vasculitis registries across Europe into a single European dataset, and thus open the door to new research into these challenging diseases.

25 Sep 2020

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Professor Bruce Misstear wins prestigious hydrogeology award for societal and environmental impact

His research activities include the investigation of flow pathways of diffuse agricultural pollutants and the impacts of domestic wastewater systems on private wells.

24 Sep 2020

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Key insights for sustainable food sharing under COVID-19 feature at #SHARECITY2020

Sustainable food sharing in the era of COVID-19 is the primary focus of the #SHARECITY2020 virtual conference, which takes place this week.

22 Sep 2020

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New study reveals why flu can be devastating for pregnant women

The pre-clinical study has overturned current scientific thinking on the reasons why flu infections affect pregnant women and their babies so severely, suggesting the virus does not stay in the lungs but spreads throughout the mother’s body.

22 Sep 2020

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Dr Rachel McLoughlin launches “Vaccines Save Lives” video campaign

The campaign aims to focus the minds of parents on the importance of continuing to vaccinate their children, especially during the pandemic.

21 Sep 2020

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Dementia diagnosis vital for people with an intellectual disability

Research shows the earlier that dementia is detected, the sooner support can be put in place to optimise quality of life for the person living with dementia.

21 Sep 2020

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New Dublin on screen – a place of freedom and choice

Ruth Barton, Head of School of Creative Arts writes how Dublin's screen history reflects its real-life contradictions in this article published by The Conversation.

17 Sep 2020

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First genome sequences of Irish Vikings reveal ties to Norway and interactions with the locals

Irish Vikings derived much of their genetic ancestry from Norway, while English Vikings had much stronger Danish influences. The research also showed that many Vikings had brown hair, not blonde, including the famous Eyrephort warrior from Co. Galway.

16 Sep 2020

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Prestigious funding for international dementia research

TILDA researchers to contribute key research to expand knowledge of determinants and outcomes of dementia related disease.

16 Sep 2020

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Researchers ask: how sustainable is your toothbrush?

Researchers have examined the sustainability of different models of the most commonly used oral health product – the toothbrush - to determine which is best for the planet and associated human health.

15 Sep 2020

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Ultra-fast magnetic switching with potential to transform fibre optical communications

"Toggle switching" could increase the capacity of the global fibre optic cable network by an order of magnitude.

15 Sep 2020

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Ceangal leis an Iorua agus caidreamh le muintir na háite léirithe sna chéad seichimh ghéanóim ar Lochlannaigh na hÉireann

D’athraigh na Lochlannaigh stair na hÉireann agus d’fhág siad leagáid buan ar linn na ngéinte ar an oileán. Tá aithne againn orthu mar ionróirí, foghlaithe mara agus gaiscígh fhionna, a thaistil ar muir ó Chríoch Lochlann chun cur fúthu anseo ar deireadh thiar.

13 Sep 2020

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Large variations in vitamin D levels depending on Dublin postcode

In one of the largest studies ever carried out in Europe, researchers at MISA have found that vitamin D deficiency is widespread across Dublin and surrounding areas. The research is published in the journal 'Nutrients'.

9 Sep 2020

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Young Economist Award research looks at police behaviour in the U.S.

Dr Nicola Mastrorocco, Assistant Professor in Economics has won the prestigious 2020 European Economic Association (EEA) Young Economist Award.

8 Sep 2020

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