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‘Extraordinary’ 315-million-year-old fossil sponge shows unique geology of west coast
An extraordinary new species of fossil sponge dating back to a time when the west of Ireland was located close to the Equator has been discovered in the rocks that make up the Cliffs of Moher by Dr. Eamon Doyle, geologist for the Burren and Cliffs of Moher UNESCO Global Geopark.
‘My teacher asked me on a date’
A joint study, led by the University of Greenwich with support from University of Galway, Massey University, and Brighton and Sussex Medical School, has collected anecdotal experiences of sexual misconduct in post-primary schools in Ireland and the UK.
University of Galway-led study finds people with sleep problems may be more likely to have a stroke
A global study into causes of stroke, co-led from University of Galway, has identified that sleep problems can increase the likelihood of having a stroke.
Port works needed to meet windfarm demand
Ports such as Galway and Ros an Mhíl need to be developed quickly if the country is to meet offshore wind energy targets, a study by Wind Energy Ireland revealed yesterday.
Walking at a brisk pace may slow down onset of ageing process
Walking at a brisk pace could help to slow down the ageing process, resulting in a reduction in biological age of up to 16 years by midlife, according to a new study.
Why exercise gets harder the less you do
One of the great benefits of exercise is the more you do, the more energy you have and the more you are capable of.
Why exercise gets harder the less you do
One of the great benefits of exercise is the more you do, the more energy you have and the more you are capable of. However the reverse is also true - the less exercise you do, the less you can do. Now, new research on the effect of exercise on a key protein that helps to regulate circulation has pointed to a possible explanation for this.
Ireland’s Electric Vehicle charging infrastructure ranks low in EU
New independent analysis from the Association for Renewable Energy and Clean Technology (REA), has found that Ireland is lagging behind its European counterparts on the implementation of Electric Vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure, a fact which is likely to act as a deterrent to consumers seeking to purchase zero emissions vehicles.
Local study finds social media overload affects academic performance in students
A study carried out by the J.E. Cairnes School of Business & Economics at NUI Galway has examined the problem of social media overload, which is the feeling of being overwhelmed and exhausted by the amount of communication and information demands a person is exposed to through social media channels, that may require energy and cognitive processing beyond their capabilities.
Call to revisit tax relief on pensions in Ireland
A report recently published by NUI Galway and launched by Deputy Kate O’Connell, Fine Gael TD, concludes that the Irish Pension System is not fit for purpose, calls for revisiting the tax relief provisions on pensions, and suggests policymakers need to begin to listen to what citizens want with respect to pensions.