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Investigating the significance of smoking in cervical cancer

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is considered the strongest risk factor for cervical cancer. Although, HPV is a very common infection, not all infections will lead to a cancer diagnosis. Other co-factors may be involved in the development of this particular type of cancer. Dr Christine White and her team, led by Professor John O’Leary at Trinity […]

1 Oct 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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Studying the cancer patient’s immune system to predict their response to treatment

The team is researching new ways to improve current treatment strategies for gastrointestinal cancers at the Trinity St James Cancer Institute (TSJCI).

30 Sep 2020

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Clot-prediction system to minimise risk after cancer surgery

Research at the Trinity St James Cancer Institute (TSJCI) is investigating the prevention of thrombosis in cancer patients after surgery.

29 Sep 2020

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Trinity cancer research discovery leads to clinical trial in childhood cancer

The research, led by Dr Gerard Brien discovered an ‘Achilles heel’ in synovial tumours, which provided an opportunity to develop new treatment approaches.

28 Sep 2020

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Researchers to design new VR systems for healthcare, entertainment, and e-education

The project, SpheryStream, will ehance the visual sensation of future media systems and have uses in a variety of sectors, from healthcare to education.

25 Sep 2020

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New €2.3 million EU research project will use big data toolkit to study debilitating condition of Vasculitis

The project will link vasculitis registries across Europe into a single European dataset, and thus open the door to new research into these challenging diseases.

25 Sep 2020

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Professor Bruce Misstear wins prestigious hydrogeology award for societal and environmental impact

His research activities include the investigation of flow pathways of diffuse agricultural pollutants and the impacts of domestic wastewater systems on private wells.

24 Sep 2020

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Key insights for sustainable food sharing under COVID-19 feature at #SHARECITY2020

Sustainable food sharing in the era of COVID-19 is the primary focus of the #SHARECITY2020 virtual conference, which takes place this week.

22 Sep 2020

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New study reveals why flu can be devastating for pregnant women

The pre-clinical study has overturned current scientific thinking on the reasons why flu infections affect pregnant women and their babies so severely, suggesting the virus does not stay in the lungs but spreads throughout the mother’s body.

22 Sep 2020

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