Trinity professor appointed first president of South East Technological University
Veronica Campbell will bring ‘energy, vitality and leadership’ to role, says chair of board
New study can help improve outcomes in critically-ill Covid patients – Irish researcher
Global study finds gene variant that disrupts molecule critical for immune response
Scientists identify genetic factors behind severe Covid symptoms
It is hoped the genetic clues from the findings can help medical experts to identify existing drugs that could be repurposed to treat Covid
Travel rules ‘too late’ to stop potential Omicron wave in UK, says scientist
Scientific adviser Prof Mark Woolhouse says variant is ‘spreading pretty rapidly’ across UK
If fear won’t work, how can we encourage climate action?
Michael Viney: Studies suggest positive messages about post-carbon society more effective
AstraZeneca Covid-19 vaccine linked to slightly higher risk of blood disorder
Small increase in treatable and mild bleeding disorder found after first dose
Cutting methane levels will quickly reduce rate of global warming – UN report
Report highlights benefits to public health and food production from cutting emissions
Covid-19: Current vaccines could be ineffective in a year or less, survey finds
Scientists warn low vaccine coverage globally would make resistant variants more likely
TikTok sets up European council to advise on content moderation policies
Among the nine-member group is Ian Power, the chief executive of not-for-profit company Community Creations
Michael D Higgins: Some Irish were willing participants in British Empire
Second Machnamh gathering examines themes of colonialism and cultural imperialism
Coronavirus: South Africa to use Johnson & Johnson vaccine instead of AstraZeneca
World wrap: California surpasses New York as US state with most coronavirus deaths
Covid-19: Failure to self-isolate central to Ireland’s coronavirus control problem
Quarantine for travellers gets the headlines but self-isolation is seen as most important pillar
Covid-19: Relief in Scotland as vaccinations get under way
Good communication one of Scotland’s greatest strengths in dealing with pandemic
‘Make plans but don’t hold on to them too seriously’
Wild Geese: Rebecca Kelly’s maths degree opened many doors, including one to NYC
Reasons to believe Covid-19 pandemic will ease next spring, says health expert
Prof Devi Sridhar: ‘If we can get to March, we will be in a profoundly different situation’
Brexit may stymie British technological innovation
Chris Horn: Key challenge is to scale from domestic market to sell internationally
Autism and sleep disruption – a family affair
Research Lives: Dr Lorna Lopez, lecturer in the Department of Biology and Kathleen Lonsdale Institute for Human Health Research, Maynooth University
Face masks: 20 key facts about wearing them safely
Type, washing frequency, duration of disposability: all you need to know about masks
History will not look kindly on mask holdouts
Perceiving mandatory face coverings as ‘state interference’ is dangerous lunacy
Coronavirus in Ireland: Where do we stand now?
Q&A: Everything you need to know about phases, masks, gatherings and ‘green lists’
Face masks: All you need to know about where, when and why you need one
Ireland is shifting from ‘should’ wear a face mask to ‘must’ wear one
Using mutations to track the pandemic coronavirus
Research Lives: Áine O’Toole, PhD student at University of Edinburgh
‘This whole corridor is dead’: Europe’s coronavirus care home disaster
Wherever the virus spread uncontrolled, elderly care homes were left unprotected
Will Leaving Cert ‘calculated grades’ be accepted by universities abroad?
Ask Brian: About 2,000 students have applied for college courses in the UK or Europe
Ebola drug remdesivir leads race for effective Covid-19 treatment
Trial shows drug ‘has a clear-cut, significant, positive effect in diminishing the time to recovery’
Trump claims suggestion of using disinfectant to kill coronavirus ‘sarcastic’
Doctors dismiss US president’s comments as ‘irresponsible and dangerous’
All eyes on Sweden's liberal gamble with coronavirus
Pubs, gyms and some schools stay open in strategy that relies on personal responsibility
James Mackey obituary: theology professor with ecumenical sympathies
Liberal Catholic theologian and author was open to insights from other faiths
Waiting for a coronavirus test: Six days and one hospital visit later, and still no test
‘My real problem is lack of communication. I don’t even know if the HSE received the referral’
Coronavirus advice: Wash your hands and avoid hugging, kissing and hand shaking
People who are well or have no symptoms should not use masks
How much coffee should I drink? How much is too much?
Is coffee good for you? Is it addictive? Does the way it's made matter and other questions about our daily caffeine hit
Coronavirus: Beijing imposes self-quarantine on returnees
Some 500m Chinese affected by movement, travel restrictions to contain infections
The Americanisation of Ireland: Our relationship with America was not all one way
Book review: David Fitzpatrick combines rigorous analysis with human experiences
Genetic clues of TB spread between cows and badgers revealed
TB in cattle can be spread by badgers, but cow-to-cow transfer more significant – research
How to improve your mental health . . . one step at a time
Evidence shows that exercise has a powerful effect in treating depression – even a 10-minute walk has benefits
Hyping research runs risk of devaluing science
Long road from animal trials to trials on humans, let alone bringing drugs to market
CA Ventures plans 500 student beds for Dublin and Belfast
Company has committed to €566m investment in UK and Ireland
We're cousins: genetic map of Britain and Ireland shows common ancestry
Strong links to southwest Scotland and the Hebrides emerge going back to sixth century
Scientists call for immediate action on UN climate change report
‘Earth has never felt smaller, its natural ecosystems never under such direct threat’
Women smokers at ‘significantly higher’ health risk than men
Research shows that men who smoke can lower sperm count of their sons
Vote 2019: Is it time to reduce the voting age to 16?
A major group of Irish citizens had no vote in this week’s elections and referendum: children
UK leads the way on climate change: can Ireland match its ambition?
Net-zero emission plan drawn up by UK for 2050 calls for dramatic change
Ireland’s global revolution: how the struggle for independence went worldwide
Events in Ireland were strongly influenced by the first World War and other world conflicts
Irish grassroots activists leading the climate change uprising
Lack of policial action on climate change has spawned a movement of strong, committed environmental activists
‘Resistance’: Let the arguments about historical truths begin
Follow-up to ‘Rebellion’ is based on the War of Independence, and is keen to emphasise overlooked female stories
Why is it so hard for teachers from abroad to get a job?
Despite concerns over teacher supply, many experienced educators face serious difficulties securing approval
Could Sherlock Holmes’s true nemesis have been a mathematician?
That’s Maths: New book suggests Arthur Conan Doyle based Moriarty on George Boole
Trinity College slips in latest global university rankings
Alarm among academics over impact of funding ‘crisis’ on third level
More than 50 companies to embark on Scotland trade mission
Enterprise Ireland says the Republic and Scotland face ‘mutual Brexit challenges’
Rohingya turn to blockchain to solve identity crisis
Technology behind Bitcoin provides secure method of storing vital personal information
How tuning in to music can stimulate the brain
Playing an instrument can protect from memory loss while personalised playlists can reduce anxiety in those with dementia
The NHS and its Irish staff: 70 years of service
Personal stories of thousands of Irish workers are woven into fabric of the NHS
Reject bigotry, Foster asks Orange Order members on Scottish visit
‘Such bigotry was not part of King William’s mindset,’ DUP leader argues
A business plan can be more of a hindrance than a help to a startup
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