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MU study reveals impact of homework on student achievement

Researchers at Maynooth University’s Hamilton Institute and Department of Mathematics and Statistics have unveiled significant findings on the role of homework in student achievement.

Thursday, 19 September 2024

MU report calls for cross-border approach to public safety messaging

Public safety messaging on the island of Ireland requires proactive cross-border coordination among public authorities at strategic and operational levels, according to a new report by researchers at Maynooth University.

Wednesday, 19 June 2024

MU hosts conference on renewable energy and innovation

MU’s International Renewable Energy System Integration research group hosted Powering The Future, a conference exploring sustainability, renewable energy and innovation and designed to delve into the forefront of research and development in these areas.

Wednesday, 19 June 2024

MU scholar receives Fulbright Irish Award

Maynooth University scholar, Conall Ó Fátharta, was among the recipients of Fulbright Awards which were presented at a ceremony in Iveagh House last night.

Friday, 14 June 2024

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Minister Fleming launches Data Governance Roadmap at IVI Summit

Minister of State Séan Fleming launches Data Governance Roadmap for Ireland at IVI Summit 2024 at Maynooth University.

Wednesday, 12 June 2024

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MU-based Irish Research e-Library celebrates 20 years

The Irish Research e-Library celebrated 20 years of strengthening Irish research infrastructure at an event hosted at the Royal Irish Academy in Dublin by its chairperson, President of Maynooth University Professor Eeva Leinonen.

Monday, 10 June 2024

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MU biologist wins funding for obesity-related cancer research

​Dr Fearon Cassidy of the Department of Biology has been named as one of 10 research fellows who will share €2.6 million in funding from a postdoctoral research programme focused on public health crises.

Thursday, 06 June 2024

Rate of global warming at all-time high, MU scientist says

Global warming caused by human activity is advancing at the highest rate since records began, a new report says.

Wednesday, 05 June 2024

MU students unveil creative projects at Design Show

Student designers at Maynooth University showcased a wide range of innovative projects, designed to address unmet human needs, at Come into Focus, the Product Design and Innovation Degree Show which ran on campus over the bank holiday weekend.

Tuesday, 04 June 2024

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MU celebrates Staff Recognition Awards

Maynooth University celebrated the 2024 Employee Recognition Awards ceremony in the TSI Building on the North Campus on Wednesday, 29 May.

Thursday, 30 May 2024

Minister Heydon launches MU report on the rural economy

Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine with special responsibility for research and innovation, Martin Heydon T.D., today launched a Department-funded research report titled, ‘Sustainable Transition of the Rural Economy through Generational Renewal’, at Maynooth University.

Thursday, 23 May 2024

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