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Scientists identify immune molecule that keeps metabolism in tune and on time

The discovery hints at why shift workers and others with irregular work, eating, or sleep patterns driven by the demands of modern life fall out of metabolic sync.

5 Nov 2024

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The case for broader accessibility to psychedelic therapies for mental disorders in Ireland

Dr John R. Kelly writes how easing regulatory constraints would facilitate the advance of the scientific evidence underpinning psychedelics and psychedelic therapy

28 Oct 2024

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Trinity 13 secure Frontiers for the Future funding

The researchers will lead Taighde Éireann – Research Ireland Frontiers for the Future projects to make significant impact by boosting our knowledge and delivering innovations in a wide variety of disciplines and settings.

23 Oct 2024

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“Two for the price of one” – scientists discover new process to drive anti-viral immunity

The scientists have discovered a new process in our immune systems that leads to the production of an important family of anti-viral proteins called interferons. They hope the discovery will now lead to new, effective therapies for people with some autoimmune and infectious diseases.

16 Oct 2024

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Online opportunity to explore the potential of natural products in advancing sustainable practices

Trinity invites you to explore natural products in a free online course brought to you by the NatPro Centre as part of their collaboration with IKC3.

14 Oct 2024

Health|Research

Hearing and vision health support vital in dementia care

Study across five European countries is the largest randomised controlled trial to date evaluating the efficacy of a combined hearing and vision rehabilitation intervention for people with dementia living at home.

14 Oct 2024

Health|Research

Researchers find ‘natural killer’ cells that live in the lung are ready for a sugar rush

Research provides a foundation for further exploration of NK cells for the development of future treatments and therapies for a range of lung diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cancer and tuberculosis.

10 Oct 2024

Health|Research

GreenTech healthcare call launched to future proof health sector with sustainable alternatives

Health Innovation Hub Ireland (HIHI), with the HSE and Irish College of GPs is launching the GreenTech in healthcare call, searching for innovative products and services that promote environmental sustainability in both primary and secondary healthcare.

8 Oct 2024

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Study finds breastfeeding support groups provide connection and social support

Research findings increase our understanding of breastfeeding peer support and how it is accessed and valued by women.

8 Oct 2024

Health|Research

DECODE to support the development of paediatric and orphan devices

The EU4health co-funded DeCODe consortium aims to catalyse innovation and address the unique healthcare needs of people living with rare diseases.

3 Oct 2024

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