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Ireland’s protected dunes are thriving – thanks to well-managed tourism

Biodiversity is proliferating within one of Ireland’s Special Areas of Conservation (SAC) according to new research from Trinity, which is at odds with the often-held assumption that tourism and conservation make for poor bedfellows.

25 Feb 2025

Shortlist for the John Pollard Foundation International Poetry Prize announced

The shortlist for the John Pollard Foundation International Poetry Prize 2025 has been announced today by the Trinity Oscar Wilde Centre.

24 Feb 2025

Trinity's iconic Campanile re-emerges after repairs

Trinity’s Estates and Facilities team have worked since the summer of 2024 towards a comprehensive upgrade of the 100-foot bell tower, which was constructed in 1853, and is the first major structure visitors to Trinity see after coming through the Front Arch.

21 Feb 2025

Community|Environment

Researchers secure EPA funding to pursue seven “green living” projects

Seven researchers from Trinity have secured Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) funding totalling €4.4 million to pursue research projects with a focus in climate change, environmental and human health, and more sustainable living

20 Feb 2025

Research|Science|Sustainability

Trinity and Dublin City Council launch Ireland’s first local government Generative AI Lab

The ADAPT Research Ireland Centre at Trinity is leading a new model of collaboration to support the safe and trusted adoption of GenAI opportunities within Dublin City Council.

20 Feb 2025

Business|Community|Innovation|Research

Trinity welcomes significant step towards Ireland’s CERN membership

Ireland has been accepted in principle into the European Organisation for Nuclear Research (CERN) as an associate member, opening the door to next-gen research facilities and teaching opportunities for researchers, teachers and students alike.

19 Feb 2025

Research|Science

Report examines non-fatal overdoses over ten years in Dublin’s North Inner City

The report authored by academics from Trinity’s Department of Public Health and Primary Care was launched by the Minister of State with responsibility for Public Health, Wellbeing and the National Drugs Strategy, Jennifer Murnane O’Connor

18 Feb 2025

Health|Research|Society

“Bioprospecting” scientist sleuthing for crop-aiding fungi brings their spectacular beauty to life

Diego Bianchi, a PhD candidate in the School of Natural Sciences, has launched the Fungal Galaxies gallery to show off the spectacular beauty of some of his new agricultural allies.

18 Feb 2025

Environment|Research|Science

New blood test could improve Alzheimer’s Disease diagnosis

Up to half of all people living with Alzheimer’s Disease in Ireland remain undiagnosed. A new blood test may have the potential to transform patient care, allowing for better diagnosis, earlier interventions and more targeted treatments

14 Feb 2025

Health|Research|Science

Research brings hope for improved early detection of pancreatic cancer

The discovery of a 'biomarker panel' could have a profound impact on the ability to identify patients at risk of developing PC at an earlier stage.

14 Feb 2025

Health|Research|Science

From collisions to stellar cannibalism – the surprising diversity of exploding white dwarfs

Astrophysicists have unearthed a surprising diversity in the ways in which white dwarf stars explode in deep space after assessing almost 4,000 such events captured in detail by a next-gen astronomical sky survey.

14 Feb 2025

Research|Science

Trinity researchers highlight need for dementia-friendly travel environments

Researchers call for collaboration among people living with dementia, caregivers, researchers, policymakers, and industry leaders to ensure that travel remains an inclusive experience for all

13 Feb 2025

Health|Research|Society

Trinity to headquarter new €31.6 million Research Ireland ARC Hub for Therapeutics

The overall goal of the Hub is to take world-leading research to commercialisation outcomes such as spinouts and licenses. Along with Trinity, University College Dublin (UCD) and RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences (RCSI) are consortium partners.

12 Feb 2025

Awards and Funding|Health|Innovation|Research|Science

Pharmacy reforms needed to boost Ireland’s pandemic preparedness

Health system reforms to further integrate the community pharmacy sector are required to strengthen Ireland’s pandemic preparedness, according to new research conducted by health policy analysts from the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy.

11 Feb 2025

Health|Research|Society

Exciting and dynamic rugby to flow from Irish AI research

A groundbreaking research project funded by Lero, the Research Ireland Centre for Software, and the IRFU is deploying AI to analyse the tackle event in rugby to enhance player welfare and performance.

11 Feb 2025

Research|Science

Telecoms for Everyone to highlight benefits of digital connectivity for Dublin

A new campaign has launched today with the goal of empowering residents with clear, factual information about the benefits and safety of telecoms infrastructure that supports digital connectivity in their local areas.

6 Feb 2025

Innovation|Research

Trinity researchers secure Research Ireland industry-focused fellowships

Eleven researchers from Trinity have secured fellowships with industry partners via the Research Ireland Industry Research, Development, and Innovation Fellowship (IRDIF) Programme.

3 Feb 2025

Awards and Funding|Business|Research

Aubrey McCarthy, Lynn Ruane and Tom Clonan elected Senators in University of Dublin constituency

Provost Dr Linda Doyle said: "This is an historic moment as it is the last time the University of Dublin constituency will elect senators to the Seanad. Trinity warmly welcomes the expansion of the franchise and I would like to thank each of the senators who have represented the university so well in the Upper House of the Oireachtas since the 1930s.”

31 Jan 2025

Community|Society

Old Library reveals New Treasures

John Banville, Christy Nolan, Eiléan Ní Chuilleanáin and Annie West are among the writers and artists featured in a new exhibition showcasing new treasures acquired by the Library.

30 Jan 2025

Arts|Culture|Research|Society

Ancient DNA analyses bring to life the 11,000-year intertwined genomic history of sheep and humans

The rise of pastoralist peoples in the Eurasian steppes and their westward spread some 5,000 years ago may have been fuelled by sheep herding and people exploiting their milk.

30 Jan 2025

Culture|Research|Science

Genome of Ireland research project launches to aid development of a European reference genome

Researchers from Trinity and the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) are leading the Irish component of the Genome of Europe project, which aims to map the genomes of a representative sample of the residents of Europe.

30 Jan 2025

Health|Research|Science

Bad hair bears! Greasy hair gives polar bears fur with anti-icing properties

An international team of scientists has discovered the anti-icing secret of polar bear fur – something that allows one of the planet’s most iconic animals to survive and thrive in one of its most punishing climates. That secret? Greasy hair.

29 Jan 2025

Environment|Research|Science

Counting continues in Seanad election

Regular updates here of the count in the University of Dublin constituency in the 2025 Seanad election.

29 Jan 2025

Community|Society

Biomedical engineer secures €600,000 Enterprise Ireland funding to develop respiratory sensor

Dr Conor Hayden, from the ADAPT Research Ireland Centre and Trinity’s School of Engineering, seeks to commercialise the “Ribbon device”, a non-invasive respiratory sensor that may reduce the impact of undetected respiratory compromise on healthcare costs and patient outcomes.

28 Jan 2025

Awards and Funding|Health|Research

Trinity Business School celebrates 100th birthday

Mary Robinson joined staff and students in a first view of new planting, marking the beginning of the School’s initiative to 'green' the foyer of its eco-friendly building — a reflection of its ongoing commitment to sustainability.

28 Jan 2025

Business|Innovation|Society|Sustainability

Trinity will open as usual today, Saturday 25th January

The university suffered very little damage during Storm Éowyn but temporary safety barriers may be installed while some areas await repair. Thank you for your co-operation and understanding.

25 Jan 2025

Trinity welcomes Nobel Prize winner, Prof. Ben Feringa

Prof. Feringa delivered a research seminar to over 250 people on “the art of building small” and met with early career researchers in the School of Chemistry during his visit.

24 Jan 2025

Research|Science

€1.75M HRB award for further research into ageing and intellectual disability

The award paves the way for the next phase of the study, to provide valuable data to inform evidence-based policies and practices to support people with intellectual disabilities, their family, friends and healthcare professionals.

23 Jan 2025

Awards and Funding|Health

Trinity scientists win European Research Council Proof of Concept awards

Profs. Valeria Nicolosi and Matthew Campbell have won the awards, valued at €150,000 each, to explore the innovation potential of ideas arising from their previously funded ERC projects.

23 Jan 2025

Awards and Funding|Innovation|Research|Science

UPDATE: College closure – Friday 24 January, Storm Éowyn

Trinity will remain closed for the rest of today, Friday 24 January. This is in light of further advice from the RSA and continued public transport closures. It is planned that the university will reopen as normal tomorrow, Saturday 25 January 2025, subject to further advice.

23 Jan 2025