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Rough Magic donate their chapter of Irish Theatrical History to Trinity Library
Over 115 productions and 33 years later this remarkable company is donating the Company Archive to the Library of Trinity College Dublin, as part of a series of events marking the 50th anniversary of the Berkeley Library in 2017.
1 Aug 2017
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20 year study into dementia and Down syndrome in Ireland paints stark picture
Research found 97.4% of those in the study developed dementia within the twenty year period.
31 Jul 2017
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Ancient DNA analysis recreates genetic history of Portugal and Spain
Bronze Age Iberia received fewer Steppe invaders than the rest of Europe. The relative lack of invasion may explain why a pre-European language, Euskera, still exists in Iberia.
28 Jul 2017
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A “fundamental breakthrough” for the future of designing materials
A new understanding of how materials form at the nano scale will impact how they are designed -- ultimately enabling more efficient devices and extending battery life.
28 Jul 2017
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Trinity marks centenary of the Irish Convention
Two former Taoisigh, John Bruton, Bertie Ahern, and some of Ireland’s leading historians gathered for 'The Irish Convention, 1917-1918: A Centenary Symposium'.
27 Jul 2017
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Scientists switch on world-leading radio telescope
Joining the the international low frequency array (LOFAR) telescope network will allow astrophysicists based in Ireland to study the early Universe and better understand the effects of the Sun on Earth.
27 Jul 2017
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Trinity appoints new community liaison officer
The community liaison officer facilitates and promotes engagement with the college.
19 Jul 2017
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Researchers uncover new treatment options for common debilitating skin disease
The researchers pinpointed 'Th17' cells as mediating the disease (Hidradenitis suppurativa). A number of existing treatments target the same pathway and may be effective in treating HS.
19 Jul 2017
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New research points to treatment breakthrough for globally devastating viruses
An international collaboration, including scientists from Trinity College Dublin has potentially unlocked the door to better treatment of viral diseases, including the flu and the common cold.
12 Jul 2017
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Innovators of tomorrow showcase next-gen prototype vehicle and robotic solutions
Trinity students demonstrated innovative, next-gen autonomous vehicles, robots for education and the educational collaborative spaces of tomorrow at the 4E5 showcase.
11 Jul 2017
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Homelessness among women in Ireland highest in Europe
Growing numbers of women throughout Europe are experiencing homelessness according to research published by Trinity academic, Dr Paula Mayock.
11 Jul 2017
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Trinity welcomes Queen Medb as public names our campus VIP
Hundreds of name suggestions rolled in for Trinity's queen bee via a social media competition. Queen Medb sits on her throne in a beehive installed in Trinity as part of its campus pollinator plan.
7 Jul 2017
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Trinity team leads €12m EU-funded project to bring nature into cities
Through Connecting Nature, 11 European cities will invest in large-scale implementation of nature-based solutions and share their experiences on a global scale.
5 Jul 2017
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Trinity academics win prestigious Royal Society University Research Fellowships
Marius de Leeuw and Dr David Wilson, both of the Trinity School of Mathematics, scoop two of the three prizes on offer.
5 Jul 2017
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Researchers take to Zero-G ‘Vomit Comet’ to study steam-powered spaceccraft
Dr Robinson was assessing how water evaporates in space for the European Space Agency, with his work focused on the potential of steam for powering next-gen spacecraft.
5 Jul 2017
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Trinity St James’s Cancer Institute to play major role in new cancer strategy
Trinity and St James’s Hospital jointly welcomed the announcement of the national cancer strategy and the key role that a new comprehensive cancer care centre will have as part of its delivery.
5 Jul 2017
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Ireland joins leading international astronomy collaboration
Ireland is to join the International LOFAR Telescope collaboration, which will enable researchers to study solar activity and exploding stars, search for new planets, and explore the distant universe.
29 Jun 2017
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Scientists build giant ‘molecular cages’ for energy conversion and drug delivery
The porous, ’sponge'-type molecules have an enormous internal surface area, which allows their use as 'molecular flasks' that change the reactivity of encapsulated molecules.
29 Jun 2017
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Trinity researchers lauded for outstanding achievement in European research
Professor Anna Davies, Professor Poul Holm and Professor Linda Doyle received special awards at Ireland’s Champions of EU Research event.
28 Jun 2017
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Trinity student wins World Chemistry Congress international award
Recent Trinity PhD graduate, Dr Fergus Poynton, is one of five winners of a prestigious International Award for Young Chemists.
26 Jun 2017