Articles
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How blocking iron drives the lung immune system to control infection
Researchers have discovered how the iron chelator, DFX, which functions by attaching to iron, drives the immune system to deal with tuberculosis.
13 May 2020
Research
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Bioengineers take step towards being able to mend a broken heart
Their patch withstands the mechanical demands and mimics the electrical signalling properties that allow our hearts to pump blood rhythmically round our bodies, essentially taking us one step closer to being able to mend a broken heart.
13 Feb 2020
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Brain health research is leaving the lab and coming to your smartphone
The new 'neureka' app from scientists at GBHI presents a seismic shift in the direction of research in the field of brain health.
2 Jun 2020
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Treating COVID-19 with hydroxychloroquinine: can you teach an old drug new tricks?
Assistant professor of pharmaceutical chemistry at Trinity, Niamh O'Boyle, with an important piece underlining why nobody should self-medicate when fighting COVID-19.
1 May 2020
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Pioneering research project explains “Natural Capital Accounting”
The project has launched a video explaining a standardised method to assess nature’s stocks and the flows of services that these assets contribute to humanity.
18 Jun 2020
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Countries with female leaders suffer six times fewer COVID-19 deaths
Additionally, the research shows that female-led governments were more effective and rapid at flattening the epidemic’s curve, and these countries are expected to endure less signifcant recessions.
29 May 2020
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Sunday, 8 pm – Catching the worm: William C. Campbell in conversation with Luke O’Neill, MRIA, and Claire O’Connell
Nobel Prize-winner and Trinity graduate, Professor William C. Campbell, will launch his memoir ‘Catching the worm’ in conversation with Trinity’s Professor Luke O’Neill and journalist, Claire O’Connell.
26 Jun 2020
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High folate levels in the older population: implications for fortification in Ireland
A new study challenges claims that having high blood levels of folate (folic acid) increases the risk of poor cognition in older adults, especially in those with low levels of vitamin B12.
15 Jun 2020
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Researchers develop global consensus on sustainability in the built environment
The Global Consensus on Sustainability in the Built Environment (GLOBE) highlights the global challenges associated with the built environment as a main contributor to climate change.
1 Oct 2020
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Dr Rachel McLoughlin launches “Vaccines Save Lives” video campaign
The campaign aims to focus the minds of parents on the importance of continuing to vaccinate their children, especially during the pandemic.
21 Sep 2020
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