Irish-led research team develops bacteria-based sensors to detect ‘forever chemicals’ – The Irish Times
A breakthrough led by Irish researchers has developed bacteria that can detect the presence of forever chemicals in…
‘Too small to matter’ is the laziest-possible excuse in climate debate – The Irish Times
Thankfully, it’s rare to encounter outright climate denial in public these days. But it is still common to…
How can communities benefit from €1bn fund transfer from renewable energy companies? – The Irish Times
Investment in renewable energy to meet Ireland’s 2030 renewable energy targets will mean a transfer of €1 billion…
New dinosaur exhibit in Cork sees Taoiseach learn all about survival – The Irish Times
Given he single-handedly saved Fianna Fáil from political extinction what seems like aeons ago, Taoiseach Michéal Martin was…
Artificial intelligence can be a boon for medicine – The Irish Times
Artificial intelligence (AI) refers to a computer system capable of simulating human learning, understanding, problem-solving, creativity, decision-making and…
Gazan doctor fears she will lose place on UCC course after visa application rejected – The Irish Times
A doctor from Gaza fears she will lose her place on a Master’s course at University College Cork…
solar is fast becoming the world’s new energy superpower – The Irish Times
While the political drama of the energy transition has centred on the United States this year, and whether…
Study finds brief bursts may boost health – The Irish Times
The link between exercise and general health has been appreciated since ancient times. Doctors routinely recommend regular exercise…
Ireland’s student accommodation crisis is only getting worse – The Irish Times
“There’s nowhere to live in Cork, and the rents are out of this world,” says Alejandro Cervantes, a…
Feed the ‘rainforest’ in your gut – The Irish Times
What is the underlying theme in your research? I’m interested in the microbiome from an ecological perspective. I…
Far from being aggressive, they welcome lodgers to share their homes – The Irish Times
When my children were young, one of their and my favourite books was Roald Dahl’s novel Fantastic Mr…
‘As a group of black kids, it was odd walking the streets of Tralee. We got a lot of looks’ – The Irish Times
I was born in Lagos, Nigeria, the first of three. I have a sister who’s a year younger…