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Measure of belly fat in older adults is linked with cognitive impairment
Data from over 5,000 adults over the age of 60 indicates that as waist:hip ratio increases, so does cognitive impairment.
1 Aug 2018
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Fear of litigation is a key factor in decision to perform C-sections
Fear of litigation and perceived safety concerns and are among the key factors influencing the decision to perform a caesarean section, according to an international literature review conducted by researchers at the School of Nursing and Midwifery.
30 Jul 2018
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Trinity researchers secure prestigious ERC Starting Grant awards
Four newly funded projects will see researchers develop novel nanotherapeutics, explore influences on the initiation of technological support required long-term to sustain a child’s life, pursue selective therapies, and investigate the genetics of human evolution and disease.
27 Jul 2018
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Researchers use papal tax assessments to map medieval economy of Ireland
Detailed maps show wide variations in wealth in Ireland circa 1300, and also indicate the significant impact of the Great European Famine and the Bruce Invasion.
25 Jul 2018
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Atlantic Philanthropies announces 6 Atlantic Fellows at Global Brain Health Institute
The Fellows, working at the Global Brain Health Institute, which is a partnership between Trinity College Dublin and the University of California, San Francisco, are among 267 changemakers solving pressing inequality issues around the world.
24 Jul 2018
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Pioneering Career LEAP training programme gets young adults work-ready
Over 90% of at-risk young adults who participated remain in full-time employment or in formal education two years later.
16 Jul 2018
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Trinity unveils plans for Grand Canal Innovation District centred on a new campus in the heart of Dublin’s docklands
An Taoiseach, Leo Varadkar T.D. and Provost Patrick Prendergast have launched a far-reaching plan for the creation of the Grand Canal Innovation District in Dublin.
12 Jul 2018
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The Duke and Duchess of Sussex receive a warm welcome at Trinity
The Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited Trinity College Dublin where they received a warm welcome from members of the public, joined by College staff and students gathered in the University’s Front Square.
11 Jul 2018
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Immune discovery should lead to improved vaccines for infants and newborns
The scientists believe the discovery could reduce both the age at which vaccines can be first administered, and the need for multiple booster shots.
10 Jul 2018
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An Gorta Mór agus an leigheas
Bhí Cruinniú na Nollag ag Acadamh na Lianna i gColáiste na Tríonóide ar an 9 Nollaig 2017; cumann Gaelach do dhochtúirí é an t-Acadamh, le cúpla ball ó na gairmeacha gaolmhara.
10 Jul 2018