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Supernova light fantastic – the dead stars that light up the universe

Some supernovae experience long plateaus of up to a year in their light curves post-death, rather than fizzling out fast after their final acts.

8 Oct 2019

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EU study to improve welfare of laying hens

The study has received €3.9 million from the EU Marie Curie Fund and will train future science leaders while attaining the best possible welfare standards for chickens.

4 Oct 2019

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The myth of the Irish slave, white supremacy and social media

Anthea Butler, Associate Professor of Religious Studies and Africana Studies at the University of Pennsylvania delivered the 2019 Annual Humanities Horizons Lecture at Trinity College Dublin.

3 Oct 2019

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Why ‘getting a good night’s sleep’ is linked to good health

Researchers from TILDA have found that sleep duration is an important contributor to good mental and physical health in the older Irish population.

3 Oct 2019

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Trinity’s Hamilton Mathematics Institute receives major Simons Foundation grant

The HMI will use the US $600,000 grant to extend the Simons Visiting Professors, Simons Postdoctoral Fellows, and Simons Visiting Scholars programmes.

1 Oct 2019

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Value of Ireland’s insect pollinators greatly underestimated

The "Pollival" study led by Trinity shows that the loss of pollinators in Ireland could risk a €20-59 million hit per year in crop production from locally sources alone.

27 Sep 2019

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Transformative scientist awarded Burkitt Medal

Dr Mina Bissell has changed the way we look at cancer and its surroundings, challenging several established paradigms in her research.

24 Sep 2019

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Global leaders in cancer research map out new approaches for patients

The 11th International Cancer Conference will see global leaders in cancer research mapping out new 'personal' approaches for cancer patients.

24 Sep 2019

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Innovative projects successful under Sláintecare funding

Two innovative projects from the Department of Clinical Medicine were announced as successful applicants to the government funding scheme.

19 Sep 2019

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Future of Ireland and its Borders discussed as no-deal Brexit looms

Major public discussion on the Future of Ireland’s borders calls for a return to the John Hume spirit of the “island of communities” – not uniting territory but uniting people.

18 Sep 2019

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