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Splitting hairs – Trinity team applies science of biomechanics to understand our bad hair days

We all have a bad hair day from time to time, and split ends are a common problem. However, the science behind this kind of hair damage is poorly understood, which is why the Trinity team, led by Professor David Taylor, is investigating this knotty problem.

10 Jun 2024

Research|Science

The Parthenon marbles evoke particularly fierce repatriation debates – an archaeologist explains why

The Parthenon marbles are probably the most renowned example of a country calling for heritage objects to be returned, writes Prof. Christine Morris, School of Histories and Humanities in The Conversation.

10 Jun 2024

Arts|Culture|Research|Society

Ceiliúradh déanta ar na Deirfiúracha Yeats agus ar dhearadh na hÉireann ag taispeántais ag baile agus thar lear

Tá ceiliúradh á dhéanamh ar an gcion ar leith a chuir na deirfiúracha Yeats le cultúr ceardaíochta na hÉireann i dtaispeántas nua i gColáiste na Tríonóide, Baile Átha Cliath atá á reáchtáil sa tSean-Leabharlann go dtí mí Meán Fómhair.

7 Jun 2024

Arts|Culture|Research

The Yeats sisters and Irish design celebrated in exhibitions at home & abroad

The significant contribution of the Yeats sisters to Irish craft culture is being celebrated in a new exhibition in the Old Library.

7 Jun 2024

Arts|Culture|Research

A cracking discovery – eggshell waste can recover rare earth elements needed for green energy

This egg-cellent discovery has the potential to make a significant impact in the sustainable recovery of rare earth elements (REEs), which are in increasing demand for use in green energy technologies.

5 Jun 2024

Environment|Research|Science