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The impact of genetics on motor neurone disease
A team of Trinity researchers are decoding the causes of motor neuron disease in a new study which shows the impact of genetics on the disease.
23 Jul 2019
Research
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New community health programme linked to decreased child mortality in Uganda
A network of Community Health Promoters go door-to-door to sell basic health goods, including anti-malaria drugs, soap, insecticide-treated bed nets and fortified foods.
22 Jul 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
Research
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Podcast: To the moon and beyond 3
Trinity's Professor Louis Brennan, who has studied the business of space for some time, features in this podcast about the current space race and its wider implications.
18 Jul 2019
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National accreditation for Zoological Museum
The award reflects the commitment to increasing public access and education, while maintaining the care and governance of the historic collection.
18 Jul 2019
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New TILDA research associates independent travel with better mental health
Older adults driving, being driven by a partner/spouse and taking public transport have better mental health, social participation and social networks.
17 Jul 2019
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Pioneering researchers raise awareness of rare brain disorder in children
The first CDKL5-Ireland: Family Awareness Day raised awareness of CDKL5 – a rare brain developmental deficiency disorder – and showcased current research.
16 Jul 2019
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Trinity neuroscientist to chair European network of brain researchers
Professor Tomás Ryan will work to further our understanding of brain function and assist policy makers working in the area of mental health.
15 Jul 2019
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Trinity pair earn prestigious Royal Society-SFI University Research Fellowships
Dr Andrea Droghetti and Dr Lewys Jones will use their Fellowships to build independent research careers and to become future leaders in their fields.
15 Jul 2019
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Geneticists unlock ancient tales of cattle herding and evolution
The team deciphered the history of early bovines by sequencing 67 ancient genomes from both wild and domestic cattle sampled from across eight millennia.
11 Jul 2019
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Researchers identify cancer-killing capability of lesser known immune cells
Researchers at Trinity College Dublin have identified, for the first time in oesophageal cancer, the cancer killing capability of a lesser-known type of immune cell, presenting a new potential therapeutic target.
10 Jul 2019
Research
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Prestigious Cochrane Review published for School of Dental Science
Researchers from the School of Dental Science at Trinity have carried out the first review of the effectiveness of oral hygiene interventions specifically designed for people with intellectual disabilities.
8 Jul 2019
Research
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Live fast and die young, or play the long game? Scientists map 121 animal life cycles
The results have important implications for conservation strategies and for predicting which species will be the winners and losers from the global environment crisis.
8 Jul 2019
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How an afternoon tipple made from peas could help save the rainforest
Using peas instead of wheat to produce gin significantly reduces the environmental footprint associated with the process.
4 Jul 2019
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GBHI reaches milestone, sets sights on continued impact for brain health
The Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI) reached a significant milestone when Atlantic Philanthropies finalised a gift to UC San Francisco (UCSF) and Trinity College Dublin to continue to address the global dementia epidemic.
1 Jul 2019
Research
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Trinity establishes Al Maktoum Centre for Middle Eastern Studies
Four new professors in Middle Eastern Studies will join the Centre with the vision and purpose of promoting Middle Eastern Studies within Ireland and globally.
1 Jul 2019
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Researchers use parish incomes to map 14th century Ireland in unprecedented detail
Using parish incomes as proxies for wealth enabled has shone new light on the economics, politics and culture of medieval Ireland.
26 Jun 2019
Research
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AMBER to create 350 new research positions from 2019-2025
AMBER, the SFI Research Centre for Advanced Materials and Bio-Engineering Research headquartered at Trinity will see 350 new research positions created between 2019-25.
24 Jun 2019
Research
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Brain disorders and innovation summer school attracts international students
The summer school aims to help students bridge the gap between fundamental academic research and commercialisation activities.
21 Jun 2019
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Station-less bike sharing in Dublin – faster, healthier, greener
Around 7.5% of the 6,000 weekly trips made via Bleeperbike could have happened by car or taxi, which saves an estimated five tonnes of carbon per year.
20 Jun 2019
Research
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Joint winners of second annual Registrar’s Civic Engagement Award announced
Registrar’s Civic Engagement Award 2019 announced with joint winners IDS TILDA research team led by Prof Mary McCarron & Professor Michael Shevlin, Director of the Trinity Centre for People with Intellectual Disabilities (TCPID)
20 Jun 2019
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Four Trinity researchers recipients of HRB Emerging Investigator Awards
Trinity health researchers have been identified as 'emerging investigators' in the latest Health Research Board awards scheme.
20 Jun 2019
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Spotlight on computer science innovators
Over 30 MSc candidates will display posters about their work, with guests from industry grabbing a peek at the latest technology and talent emerging from Trinity.
20 Jun 2019
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Trinity remains Ireland’s leading university in QS World University Rankings
Trinity is positioned 108th globally, and 37th in Europe.
19 Jun 2019
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Study finds over a quarter of adults over 50 deficient in Vitamin D
Over a quarter of adults aged 50+ are deficient in vitamin D according researchers from Trinity College Dublin who announced their findings today (Thursday, June 13th). Over half (57%) had inadequate serum vitamin D levels, of which 26% were classed as vitamin D deficient. Vitamin D has a known role in bone health, with growing […]
17 Jun 2019
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Trinity Professor of Surgery elected Honorary Fellow of the American Surgical Association
Professor of Surgery at Trinity College, Professor Kevin Conlon has been awarded an Honorary Fellowship by the American Surgical Association.
11 Jun 2019
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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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Four centuries of political cartoons go on display in Trinity Library exhibition
‘Drawing your attention: Four Centuries of Political Caricature’ includes the Library’s own collections, with originals from its extensive 18th and 19th century collection.
10 Jun 2019
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Trinity to ‘Go Atlantic Blue’ for World Oceans Day
Trinity will join the likes of Dublin Airport, King John’s Castle in Limerick and Baily Lighthouse in lighting its buildings blue.
7 Jun 2019
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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
Research
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