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Comet the Likely Cause of Ancient Crater
Geologists at Trinity believe the Sudbury Basin – one of the largest of its kind on Earth – was likely caused by a comet hitting the earth over 1.8 billion years ago.
17 Nov 2014
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Gene Implicated in Parkinson’s Disease Repairs and Replaces Nerve Cells
Trinity scientists showed that the gene produces a protein that functions to repair or destroy damaged nerve cells but
17 Nov 2014
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Scientists Unlock Crucial Mechanism Driving Colliding Epidemics of Smoking and Tuberculosis
The discovery opens up new routes to treat and prevent the infectious disease which kills 1.5 million people a year.
14 Nov 2014
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Ireland and the Cyprus Commitment – 50 years on
The Centre for Contemporary Irish History held a retrospective on the impact of the UN peacekeeping mission in Cyprus on Irish Army officers and their families
14 Nov 2014
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Daniel Kelly Symposium Celebrates Achievements of Trinity Botanist
Professor Daniel Kelly’s achievements were celebrated at the symposium, which showcased important past and current research undertaken in Trinity’s Discipline of Botany.
12 Nov 2014
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‘Big Data’ Takes Root in the World of Plant Research
Botanists have compiled and shared 48 years' worth of global plant data to help answer some of the most pressing environmental and evolutionary questions facing modern society.
10 Nov 2014
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Plato Centre and Senator O’Donnell Host Debate on the Role of Seanad Éireann
The unique event employed Plato’s concept of ’senators as Philosopher Kings' to address key issues in the debate on the role of the Seanad.
7 Nov 2014
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National Showcase Highlights Ireland’s Leading Role in Global Digital Content
Industry and academia showcased latest innovations that will enhance user experience and customer engagement across global markets.
6 Nov 2014
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Trinity Immunologist Wins Nature’s Inspirational Mentor Award
Professor of Comparative Immunology at Trinity College Dublin, Cliona O'Farrelly, won the prestigious award for her ability to inspire students and researchers.
5 Nov 2014
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Professor Siobhán Garrigan Calls for a New Understanding of ‘Home’ in Inaugural Lecture
First ever Chair in Catholic Theology at Trinity College argues that we must move beyond narrow conceptualisations of home to tackle the scandal of homelessness in Ireland
3 Nov 2014