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10,000-year-old DNA pens the first tales of the earliest domesticated goats

The findings, assimilated from DNA taken from the remains of 32 goats that died some 10,000 years ago in the Zagros mountains, provide clues to how early agricultural practices shaped the evolution of these animals.

8 Jun 2021

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Secondary infections inflame the brain and further disrupt cognition in Alzheimer’s disease

Alzheimer’s disease is the most common form of dementia, affecting more than 5% of those over 60 and this distressing, debilitating condition causes difficulties for a huge number of people across the globe.

3 Jun 2021

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The politics of public health during the COVID-19 pandemic on the island of Ireland

The study shows that inter-jurisdictional commitments for health as contained in the Good Friday Agreement provide a framework for cooperation and coordination of population health on the island of Ireland

3 Jun 2021

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Tuberculosis in Irish Prisons: new study recommends increased testing

The research shows that tuberculosis is an issue in Irish prisons and supports the need for improving early TB diagnosis and care within the system.

1 Jun 2021

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New book gives ‘Perspectives on the Person with Dementia and Family Caregiving in Ireland’

The newly published book is an introductory Irish guide that brings together local and international research to help dispel some of the myths and stigma surrounding dementia.

1 Jun 2021

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Experts say legislation is needed to set in stone the right of Irish workers to disconnect

While remote working offers great flexibility, it poses challenges for work-life balance. There is a particular risk that remote working gives rise to an organisational culture of constant availability.

1 Jun 2021

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Larger sample sizes needed to avoid false negative findings in vitamin D trials

The study demonstrated that individual differences in vitamin D status among trial participants coupled with seasonal fluctuations can have a detrimental impact on a trial's ability to detect true causal effects.

31 May 2021

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NatPro Centre unlocks the power of natural products to benefit human health and society

The Centre will advance research and innovation of naturally derived products to deliver human health benefits and innovative life science solutions across sectors.

26 May 2021

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Biodiversity audit of Trinity’s campus and properties will quantify species and habitat diversity

This exciting project will quantify the habitat and species diversity across the 47-acre College Green campus, along with Trinity’s satellite properties.

22 May 2021

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Lancet publishes pivotal results from clinical trial for the chronic condition, atopic dermatitis

Results of the study led by Professor Alan Irvine are hugely encouraging and will hopefully offer an additional treatment option for patients.

21 May 2021

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