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A new physiological mechanism for short-term memory storage in the brain

Scientists have discovered “a new form of short-term memory”.

17 Dec 2018

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Trinity academic selected for Prague UNESCO City of Literature residency

Justin MacGregor, Assistant Professor in Film Studies, School of Creative Arts, Trinity has been selected to be a Writer in Residence of Prague UNESCO City of Literature 2019.

12 Dec 2018

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Hidden history of Trinity’s Museum Building uncovered

The ‘Making Victorian Dublin’ project has launched a new interactive website documenting the remarkable craft and quarry networks in operation during the golden era of Irish decorative stone.

12 Dec 2018

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Professor Anna Davies wins Irish Research Council ‘Researcher of the Year’

In addition to Professor Davies’ major award, two postgraduate researchers from Trinity—Joanna Poetz and Hannah Prendeville—won Medals of Excellence.

6 Dec 2018

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Trinity scientists awarded funding for brain health and dementia research projects

Four Trinity researchers are among 21 pilot projects across 10 countries awarded funding, as Global Brain Health Leaders. Three leading organisations including the Global Brain Health Institute (GBHI) based at Trinity College Dublin and the University of California San Francisco (UCSF), the Alzheimer’s Association and the Alzheimer’s Society UK have joined forces to address the […]

6 Dec 2018

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Study finds link between vitamin D-deficient older adults and depression

A new study completed by TILDA researchers at Trinity found that vitamin D deficiency is associated with a 75% increase in the risk of developing depression.

5 Dec 2018

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Trinity awarded €1.5m to build interdisciplinary research toolkit

Trinity College Dublin has been awarded funding of €1.5 million to lead an international research project to build a toolkit to promote interdisciplinary research.

4 Dec 2018

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What does it mean to be human?

From AI and genetic manipulation to transhumanism, conflict and design, a new Trinity discussion series will explore how we understand ourselves, the world, and our place within it

4 Dec 2018

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Study reveals high levels of stress across Tallaght community

Research presented at the Meath Foundation Research Symposium told that a lack of mental health services was a factor, as over 50% of respondents reported living with stress.

4 Dec 2018

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New research documentary from IDS-TILDA focuses on positive ageing

IDS-TILDA launch new research documentary to challenge stereotypes on ageing with an intellectual disability.

4 Dec 2018

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