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Dublin’s Hidden Histories: a new podcast from the Trinity Long Room Hub and Near FM
Dublin’s slavery mansions and the forgotten stories of the Donnybrook Magdalene Laundry are among the intriguing topics featured in a new series of recorded talks now available on podcast.
28 Aug 2025
Culture|Research|Society
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TILDA study pioneers secure, remote data access for researchers worldwide
The nationally representative, longitudinal cohort study of people aged 50+ in Ireland launches fully operational trusted research environment – TILDA-VISTA
28 Aug 2025
Health|Innovation|Research
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Trinity’s points rise as strong demand offsets lower grade inflation
Data from the Central Applications Office showed that 11,233 students made first preference applications to Trinity’s Level 8 courses this year, up from 10,015 in 2024. This is a 12% increase in first preference applications from 2024.
27 Aug 2025
Community|Students
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Scientists discover how genetic mutations drive Weaver syndrome
Scientists have discovered how mutations in a specific gene drive the rare developmental disorder Weaver syndrome, which is marked by intellectual disability and overgrowth and predisposes people with the condition to cancer.
26 Aug 2025
Research|Science
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AI can democratise higher education if used wisely
Professor Orla Sheils, Vice-Provost and Chief Academic Officer, writes in The Irish Times about the opportunities presented by artificial intelligence to the higher education sphere, and argues that they should be embraced.
25 Aug 2025
Community|Innovation|Society|Students
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Why people embrace conspiracy theories: it’s about community, not gullibility
A sense of community activism is attracting people to these ideas, according a new research study co-authored by Stephen Murphy, Trinity Business School.
22 Aug 2025
Business|Culture|Research
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Music of 19th-century women composers brought to life
An international conference and free recital series, hosted Trinity's Department of Music and the Royal Irish Academy of Music, will spotlight the work of 19th-century woman composers.
20 Aug 2025
Culture|Research
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Understanding how cells in small intestine of patients with coeliac disease communicate with one another
A new comprehensive atlas of cells fills gaps in knowledge on how different cells in the intestine act together to drive coeliac disease, potentially opening new avenues for future therapeutic intervention
18 Aug 2025
Health|Research|Science
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From wardrobes to water – exhibition aims to turn the tide on climate apathy
A new exhibition by artist and World Champion Freediver Nina McGowan opens to the public today in Wexford County Hall. It is a key feature of the House on the Beach Creative Climate Action project, which involved collaboration with Trinity researchers and professional staff.
15 Aug 2025
Arts|Awards and Funding|Environment|Sustainability
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North-South team to establish Living Observatory of Shared Languages and Identities on the Island of Ireland
Researchers from Trinity and Queen's University Belfast have secured funding of approximately €3.7 million to establish a Living Observatory of Shared Languages and Identities on the Island of Ireland.
11 Aug 2025
Arts|Awards and Funding|Research|Society