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Fear of memory loss impacts well-being and quality of life
Research showed that having higher levels of fear about dementia was associated with reporting more memory lapses and a lower quality of life.
23 Feb 2021
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The importance of adequate health surveillance for children with Down syndrome
Researchers have established a 'one-stop' health surveillance, multidisciplinary clinic for children with Down syndrome.
23 Feb 2021
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‘Wish to die’ linked to loneliness and depression in older adults
New TILDA study outlines greater need for mental health support to tackle ‘wish to die’.
18 Feb 2021
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How natural capital approach can benefit farmers and the planet
A new animated video has been released to introduce the concept of Natural Capital Accounting to the farming community and agri-food industry.
18 Feb 2021
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Trinity to lead €4 million H2020 ‘SEURO’ Project in digital health technology
The project will advance research into the use of digital health technologies for chronic disease self-management and builds on a previously awarded H2020 project.
17 Feb 2021
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A new, clearer insight into Earth’s hidden crystals
Geologists have developed a new theory about the state of Earth billions of years ago after examining the very old rocks formed in the Earth’s mantle below the continents.
17 Feb 2021
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Neonicotinoid pesticide residues found in Irish Honey
The results suggest that bees and other beneficial insects are at risk of exposure to contaminants in their food across a range of managed habitats – not just in agricultural settings.
17 Feb 2021
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Solution to puzzling phenomenon may open door to improved Cold Spray efficiency
Cold Spray enables the formation of coatings, typically metallic, over a substrate material. The technique has a wide array of applications and is used to create components on space shuttles and everyday items.
16 Feb 2021
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Study evaluates quality of life and the burden of care with rare genetic disorder
Researchers from the School of Medicine carried out the study alongside a research team from Children’s Health Ireland (CHI) at Tallaght University Hospital.
15 Feb 2021
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New book shines spotlight on success stories of Irish pollinator conservation
A new book – ‘Working Together for Biodiversity: Tales from the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan 2015-2020’ – has been launched today to showcase numerous heartening success stories of actions for conserving pollinators across Ireland. The book, launched by Minister of State for Heritage and Electoral Reform, Malcolm Noonan, marks the conclusion of the first phase of […]
11 Feb 2021
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