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Deep roots of rebellion tracked from the Great Irish Famine to the Irish Revolutionary period
Irish rebels who revolted against British rule were more likely to come from families and locations most affected by the Great Irish Famine, according to new research from economic historians.
2 Mar 2023
Culture|Research|Society
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Bees’ pesticide risk is species and landscape-dependent
In a new study, ecologists have shown that bees' pesticide exposure depends upon their interaction with the environment, meaning different species face different risks in any given environment.
2 Mar 2023
Environment|Research|Science|Sustainability
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677 students receive Trinity Entrance Exhibition Awards
The students come from 460 different schools and from 31 counties on the island of Ireland as well as 31 countries overseas.
2 Mar 2023
Awards and Funding|Students
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Scientists synthesise cerium mineral which holds promise for biomedical research
Trinity geoscientists have developed a cheap and environmentally friendly method for the synthesis of the rare earth mineral which holds promise for the treatment of diseases associated with inflammation, including cancer.
1 Mar 2023
Environment|Health|Research|Science
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Study explores conversion therapy practices in Ireland
Research findings from the School of Nursing and Midwifery indicate that conversion therapy practices take place in Ireland
24 Feb 2023
Health|Research|Society
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Trinity to return human remains to Inishbofin
Trinity Provost Dr Linda Doyle said: “I am sorry for the upset that was caused by our retaining of these remains and I thank the Inishbofin community for their advocacy and engagement with us on this issue. We will now work with the community to ensure that the remains are returned in a respectful manner and in accordance with the community’s wishes."
22 Feb 2023
Community|Research|Society
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Is Irish sign languages legislation fit for purpose?
A conference this week will bring together policy makers, academics, community leaders and civil servants to evaluate if legislation recognising sign languages is fit for purpose.
22 Feb 2023
Innovation|Research|Society
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Trinity takes key steps to improve funding for PhD researchers
The Board of Trinity has approved a proposal to consolidate the University’s three internal postgraduate research schemes and increase their associated stipends to €25,000.
22 Feb 2023
Awards and Funding|Students
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Shortlist for the Pollard Poetry Prize announced
Administered by the Trinity Oscar Wilde Centre in the School of English, the annual prize is awarded for an outstanding debut collection of poetry in the English language.
22 Feb 2023
Awards and Funding|Culture
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School of Engineering has six projects shortlisted for national climate challenge fund
The six teams were short-listed among a group of 26 teams for their exciting proposals to create real-world solutions to support Ireland’s drive towards climate neutrality by 2050.
16 Feb 2023
Awards and Funding|Environment|Research|Science