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Professor Dan Bradley wins second prestigious ERC Advanced Grant

He will use the grant to pursue ground-breaking inter-disciplinary research in the field of ancient epigenetics that will help write new chapters of ancient human history.

31 Mar 2020

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New online democracy curriculum shows cultural trauma has lasting impact on societies

This provides a necessary tool to deepen knowledge and understanding of the current crises, enhancing people’s awareness and capacity to make informed choices and take action in the public sphere.

30 Mar 2020

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Adults over 70 the fabric of their community, new findings released

The findings come at a time when the effects of the COVID-19 crisis on our older population are being discussed nationally.

25 Mar 2020

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People with an intellectual disability vulnerable to adverse outcomes of COVID-19 warns Trinity expert

Professor Mary McCarron, Director of the Trinity Centre for Ageing and Intellectual Disablity has highlighted her concerns on the impact of the crisis on those with an intellectual disability.

24 Mar 2020

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President of Ireland honours four Trinity researchers

All four have been recognised as 'research leaders with exceptional accomplishments in scientific and engineering domains'.

5 Mar 2020

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‘Borderless business’ in the spotlight as Trinity Business + Technology Forum 20 addresses coronavirus, digital business and climate change

The unifying theme – borderless business – will be discussed as a force for change with those present set to assess its impact and identify consequences for managers, business, and society. Special focus will centre on the issues of climate change, digital transformation, finance, Brexit and the new Europe, with coronavirus also featured.

4 Mar 2020

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Researchers awarded €2.3 million to study rare disease with advanced data linkage technologies

The rare condition known as “vasculitis” requires very large quantities of data in order for researchers to draw conclusions about possible treatments or cures.

4 Mar 2020

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Research into early detection of frailty in older adults awarded €1.5m

Frailty places older people at higher risk of falls, cognitive decline, disability and makes them more likely to use primary and secondary healthcare.

2 Mar 2020

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Resources launched to improve post-partum health for women

A new suite of on-line resources will provide vital support to new mothers for their physical and mental well-being.

28 Feb 2020

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Scientists discover new “Jekyll and Hyde” immune cell

These cells play a key protective role in immunity to infection but – if unregulated – also mediate tissue damage in autoimmune disorders. The findings should help us design more effective vaccines to prevent infections such as MRSA, and new therapies for autoimmune diseases, such as multiple sclerosis.

27 Feb 2020

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