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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 announces national expansion of STEM Passport for Inclusion
The STEM Passport for Inclusion initiative focuses on addressing inequalities in accessing STEM careers among post-primary students in socially disadvantaged communities.
Friday, 01 December 2023
Budding scientists take centre stage at MU Science Night
Maynooth University welcomed budding scientists to its annual Science Night, with over 2,000 visitors including families from across the region.
Thursday, 30 November 2023
MU to co-lead AI and climate research in new Irish-UK Centre
Maynooth University will be a leading research partner in a new Co-Centre for Climate + Biodiversity and Water, one of two research centres to receive joint funding of €70 million from the Irish and UK governments.
Wednesday, 29 November 2023
MU congratulates Booker Prize winning author Paul Lynch
Booker Prize winning author Paul Lynch, Writer-in-Residence at Maynooth University
Monday, 27 November 2023
MU's Dr Katriona O'Sullivan wins two Irish Book Awards
Dr Katriona O’Sullivan won the Biography of the Year Award and the Listeners’ Choice Award for Poor, her account of overcoming a chaotic and deprived childhood.
Thursday, 23 November 2023
MU Professor wins IRC Early Career Researcher of the Year
A total 12 honours for Maynooth University in Irish Research Council (IRC) awards.
Tuesday, 21 November 2023
MU staff and former student shortlisted for four Irish Book Awards
Three members of staff at Maynooth University, as well as a former student, have been nominated in five categories for the An Post Irish Book Awards.
Monday, 20 November 2023
MU contributes to Ireland’s first national strategy for quantum technologies
Ireland’s first national strategy for quantum technologies, Quantum 2030, was launched by Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris earlier this week.
Friday, 17 November 2023
New MU Governing Authority names Dr Mary Canning as Chairperson
Maynooth University’s new Governing Authority appointed Dr Mary Canning as Chairperson at its first meeting
Friday, 10 November 2023
MU researchers awarded over €1 million funding by SFI and IRC
Maynooth University researchers are set to receive €1 million to support two projects under the SFI-IRC Pathway programme.
Friday, 03 November 2023