Science

Science Blast

Science Blast

Pictured at the ESB Science Blast which took place in March at the RDS are Pupils from John Scottus NS, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4, whose project investigated the science behind the question ‘How do different animals see the world?’, and pupils from Ranelagh MDS, pictured with Ivana Bacik TD. Their project investigated

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Students shine at this year’s Young Scientist Expo

Students shine at this year’s Young Scientist Expo

The BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2024 which took place at the end of January in the RDS was an event of innovation, ideas, and displayed the amazing talent of our young generation. First established in 1963

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I Wish STEM showcase to empower girls in STEM

I Wish STEM showcase to empower girls in STEM

The 10th of February will be marked as an important date in the calendars of 15,000 female students across the globe. The 2022 I Wish STEM conference is set for that date and the free, internationally acclaimed showcase is intended to inspire and encourage teenage girls interested in a career in STEM science. Girls across Ireland are encouraged to sign up via iwish.ie/register.

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Built This Way BIAS – exhibition that aims to expose bias in AI

By Brian Bowe Following the easing of lockdown restrictions, the Science Gallery at Trinity College Dublin reopened its doors to the public last October with a launch party for BIAS: Built This Way — a free, interactive, wholly thought-provoking exhibition […]

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Astrophysicist Cillian Murphy to simulate trip to moon

Astrophysicist Cillian Murphy to simulate trip to moon

Will Ireland have another famous Cillian Murphy?

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A History of Vaccines – from Cowpox to Covid

Peter McNamara It’s no secret that vaccinations have revolutionised global health. Arguably the single most life-saving innovation in the history of medicine, vaccines have eradicated smallpox, slashed child mortality rates, and prevented lifelong disabilities. Possibly lesser known, however, are the […]

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Knowledge STEMs from curiosity: Science Week’s 25th anniversary

Knowledge STEMs from curiosity: Science Week’s 25th anniversary

Geneva Pattison Now, perhaps more than ever, we are living, breathing and celebrating science in all its various forms. This year has seen the world looking to scientists for guidance, advice and hope for a better future. November 8th to […]

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Government announces new COVID-19 research projects

The Government has announced 26 new COVID-19 research and innovation projects to complement existing third-level research activity. Projects will address key areas such as frontline healthcare, diagnostics, infection control, contact tracing, mental health, potential treatments, and management of the mitigation […]

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Protective shields for frontline workers

BY online editor I-Form, the Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) Research centre for for Advanced manufacturing is using its experience in 3D printing to provide PPE to frontline staff working at the health service across Dublin. Since last Friday, 27th March […]

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UCD in the running for five KTI awards

University College Dublin, through NovaUCD and ConsultUCD, has received five nominations for this year’s  Knowledge Transfer Ireland (KTI) Impact Awards. UCD and Glanbia have been shortlisted for the Collaborative Research Impact Award for the AgriChemWhey project. This project is focused […]

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