Science fair draws record entryA record number of students have applied for entry to Ireland's annual science fair from January 10th-14th at the RDS, Ballsbridge…Wed Nov 23 2005 - 00:00
Irish scientist wins award for aspirin link to heart careIrish researchers played a central role in the story of how aspirin came to be given to reduce heart attack riskTue Nov 22 2005 - 00:00
Ingenious site inspires next generation of Irish scientistsA book about Ireland's rich scientific research heritage has inspired a new educational website for schools.Sat Nov 19 2005 - 00:00
Losing some data for internet speed is all part of the gameThe internet can kill you, in a manner of speaking, not because it is dangerous but because it is too slow.Fri Nov 18 2005 - 00:00
Scientists expect evidence of past life will be found on MarsMars probably harboured life in the past and may do so todayFri Nov 18 2005 - 00:00
British nuclear body in talksExecutives from Britain's new nuclear decommissioning body held private meetings in Dublin yesterday with the Minister for the…Fri Nov 18 2005 - 00:00
Remote telescopes project offers snapshot of future science classesMassive telescopes in Hawaii and Australia are now at the disposal of school students in Ireland thanks to an innovative programme…Thu Nov 17 2005 - 00:00
Over 50% favour embryo research, says pollThe Irish public is unexpectedly liberal when it comes to bioethical issues such as embryo research, genetic screening and euthanasia…Thu Nov 17 2005 - 00:00
Top endurance athletes born not madeTop endurance athletes are born, not made, according to a researcher in exercise scienceWed Nov 16 2005 - 00:00
Talks over science adviser's disputed PhD continuingDiscussions continue between the Minister for Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Micheál Martin, and the Government's chief science…Tue Nov 15 2005 - 00:00
Use of stem cells to cure diseases hailedStem cell technology has great potential to cure diseases and improve medical treatments, according to a leading Irish researcher…Tue Nov 15 2005 - 00:00
€11.7m for car safety software initiativeA new research initiative at the University of Limerick has received State funding worth €11.7 millionThu Nov 10 2005 - 00:00
Science adviser says he has support of GovernmentThe Government's chief science adviser has defended the quality of his PhD, despite claims that it was awarded by a "degree mill…Thu Nov 10 2005 - 00:00
China faces its rising fuel demandsChina is gearing up to use its huge coal reserves as a way to meet a rapidly rising demand for oilWed Oct 19 2005 - 01:00
The hidden office dangersMould is the latest problem facing workers already bombarded by chemicals from office equipment, Prof Wallace Hayes tells Dick…Thu Oct 13 2005 - 01:00
Engineering major changesA change of name and premises by the Institution of Engineers of Ireland reflects its aim to change both its image and attitude…Thu Oct 13 2005 - 01:00
Nobel laureate explains much ado about nothingThe science behind apparently empty space has become a central issue for today's physics and cosmology.Thu Oct 06 2005 - 01:00
Hamilton's eureka moment on canalThe annual Hamilton Quaternion Walk along the Royal Canal takes place this year on Sunday October 16thThu Oct 06 2005 - 01:00
HIV virus far less virulent and infectious, study indicatesHOLLAND: The virus which causes Aids may be weakening over time as it spreads from person to person, according to new Dutch …Fri Sept 30 2005 - 01:00
Cockles and mussels not so Alive Alive OThe shellfish that helped make Molly Malone famous, cockles and mussels, could rapidly go into short supply due to climate change…Thu Sept 29 2005 - 01:00
Top 10 plants that have 'changed the way we live'A leading UK horticulturist has revealed her "top 10" plants that have changed humanity.Thu Sept 22 2005 - 01:00
Dubliner at helm of the BAThe British Association for the Advancement of Science is a venerable institution founded almost 175 years ago with a mission…Thu Sept 15 2005 - 01:00
It's the way you tell 'emScientists are turning to catchy phrases to help people understand what an enzyme is and what it does, writes Dick AhlstromThu Sept 15 2005 - 01:00
Science funding head quitsThe director general of State research funding body Science Foundation Ireland has announced his decision to leave the post and…Wed Sept 14 2005 - 01:00
Institute produces embryos from one personStem cell technology The research institute in Scotland that created Dolly the cloned sheep has begun making so called "virgin…Sat Sept 10 2005 - 01:00
Aged between 25 and 34? You are the 'worry generation'Anxiety levels Those aged between 25 and 34 have been dubbed the "worry generation" after a survey suggests they worried at …Sat Sept 10 2005 - 01:00
Teenagers really do get 'dumber'Adolescence: Teenagers have a knack for being annoying but don't blame them, blame their hormones.Fri Sept 09 2005 - 01:00
Fossils from 'jumbo jet' of reptiles identifiedScientists believe they have identified fossils from a new species of flying reptile that lived between 70 million and 80 million…Fri Sept 09 2005 - 01:00
Minister escapes from encircling molecule to praise festivalThe Minister for Education and Science learned first hand yesterday of the dangers of science during her visit to the BA Festival…Fri Sept 09 2005 - 01:00
Livelihood of farmers threatened by spread of HIVAfrican economies: HIV and Aids were having a significant impact on Africa's ability to feed itself and the disease was taking…Fri Sept 09 2005 - 01:00
DCU €22.5m unit to create home diagnostic devicesThe development of a small use-at-home device for electronically measuring a person's "cardiac wellness" is just one of the innovative…Thu Sept 08 2005 - 01:00
CO2 from soil across Britain a 'disaster'Scientists have described as a "disaster" a research finding that shows soils across Britain are discharging carbon dioxide into…Thu Sept 08 2005 - 01:00
Reasons we choose to follow the leaderEvolution can explain what makes a leader and why as followers we tolerate them, but Darwin's theory tells us much less about…Thu Sept 08 2005 - 01:00
Simple test may detect Alzheimer'sA simple test that involves writing down names of animals and objects may provide a quick way to detect the early onset of Alzheimer…Wed Sept 07 2005 - 01:00
Children given drugs not tested for themDrug use: Children routinely receive drugs that have not been tested for them as safe, and doctors and hospitals frequently …Wed Sept 07 2005 - 01:00
Elephant grass could meet 30% of electricity needsIreland could meet 30 per cent of its entire electricity requirement by planting just 10 per cent of arable land with elephant…Wed Sept 07 2005 - 01:00
Apes use complex body languageAnimal communications: Chimps and gorillas are quite the conversationalists, provided you take a broad view of what is meant…Wed Sept 07 2005 - 01:00
Red Planet may be hiding millions of litres of waterMars: The sand dunes on Mars may hide an unexpected secret - millions of litres of water, aIrish scientist believes.Tue Sept 06 2005 - 01:00
Genetic variances may provide clues to risk of diseaseGenetics: Tiny differences in your genetic make-up can tip the balance and trigger diseasesTue Sept 06 2005 - 01:00
World's starving could grow by 50m peopleClimate change: Climate change is not just about emissions, carbon dioxide or concerns about industrial output in the developed…Tue Sept 06 2005 - 01:00
New technology not making us more secureChip and pin technology: The new chip and pin technology makes us less secure against fraud, and not safer, a leading criminologist…Mon Sept 05 2005 - 01:00
Scientists are servants of society not masters, warns professorPresident's address: Scientists do not own the science they produce, nor can any government lay claim to it, the president of…Mon Sept 05 2005 - 01:00
Scientists to explain their latest research at festivalFestival launch: Science takes centre stage this week as the British Association's annual Festival of Science gets under way…Mon Sept 05 2005 - 01:00
Festival gives Irish science a chance to shineIrish science gets its chance to shine from this Monday as the annual British Association Festival of Science gets under way …Sat Sept 03 2005 - 01:00
Chimp DNA 'to teach us a lot about ourselves'If the chimps in the zoo look surprisingly human we should not be surprisedThu Sept 01 2005 - 01:00
Google breaks new ground with free phone call serviceGoogle, the world's most popular internet search engine, may soon become the world's most popular telephone service.Thu Aug 25 2005 - 01:00
Bush pigs spark attacks by lionsWe all tend to fret about shark attacks when paddling at the seaside but pity the poor Tanzanian farmerThu Aug 18 2005 - 01:00
Our universe is safe - until next 'big bang'Our universe won't be extinguished like a candle in the distant future to become a cold and barren place, as is believed by most…Wed Aug 17 2005 - 01:00
Satellites reveal radiation sourcesThe earth is constantly bombarded by high-energy radiation sources coming towards us from deep spaceTue Aug 16 2005 - 01:00
