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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
Maynooth University welcomes strong demand from CAO applicants
Maynooth University welcomes a strong demand from 2020 CAO applicants across a variety of courses, with high levels of interest in its new BSc Biological & Geographical Sciences focussing on aspects of climate change.
Friday, 11 September 2020
Millennials experience most difficulties coping with Covid-19 workplace disruptions
A new study led by Prof Audra Mockaitis at Maynooth University’s School of Business, has found that Millennials are experiencing the most challenges in coping with workplace disruptions during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Wednesday, 09 September 2020
Dr Lorna Lopez awarded €1.5M European Research Council (ERC) grant
Maynooth University congratulates Dr Lorna Lopez on receiving a prestigious European Research Council (ERC) grant for her genetic research examining circadian rhythms in families.
Friday, 04 September 2020
MU publishes research showing 75% of Leaving Cert students prefer calculated grades
Maynooth University has published research looking at the wellbeing of Leaving Certificate students in the context of Covid-19 school closures, as well as students’ views and perceptions of the Leaving Certificate exam cancellations, the calculated grades system and access to third level education.
Thursday, 03 September 2020
Lonsdale Institute study finds critical link between muscle damage in muscular dystrophy and immune system
A new study by the Kathleen Lonsdale Institute for Human Health Research at Maynooth University has unveiled a critical link between the immune system and skeletal muscle wasting.
Wednesday, 02 September 2020
MU researcher and Australian scientists publish findings on Antarctica’s upper atmosphere
Dr Frank Mulligan, Associate Professor of Experimental Physics at Maynooth University, has collaborated with the Australian Antarctic Division to assess how the Antarctica’s upper atmosphere is responding to an increase in greenhouse gases.
Friday, 07 August 2020
John Hume RIP
We at Maynooth University are saddened to hear of the passing of John Hume. As an alumnus, teacher, and one of the architects of the peace process, his presence will endure on our campus as we remember him through the John Hume Building and John and Pat Hume Scholarships. We send our heartfelt condolences to his family and friends.
Monday, 03 August 2020
Cocooning in Custody: MU criminologists team with Inspector of Prisons on report
On Wednesday 29th July 2020, Dr. Ian Marder (Maynooth University), Dr. Joe Garrihy (Birmingham City University) and Patricia Gilheaney (Inspector of Prisons) published a new report, entitled: ‘Ameliorating the impact of cocooning on people in custody’. Their report is based on a ground-breaking collaboration between the Office of the Inspector of Prisons and criminologists, which aimed to listen to and document the experiences of people who were cocooning in custody during the lockdown.
Wednesday, 29 July 2020
MU welcomes €168m to support sector in re-opening
Maynooth University welcomes today’s announcement of a €168 million funding package and the practical guidance on operating in the coming academic session
Wednesday, 22 July 2020
Maynooth University records highest number of CAO applications
Maynooth University has received its highest-ever number of applications for admission in September 2020. More than 15,000 applicants have applied to the University, according to figures released today by the Central Applications Office (CAO).
Wednesday, 08 July 2020