In Focus

Bringing a Classical Discipline Into the 21st Century
Classics, a field of study traditionally focused on the past, is having to get creative in shaping itself for the challenges of the future.

Idir Cruthaíocht Agus Rialacha: Laochra Nua-Aimseartha Foclóireachta
Bailíonn grúpa de na saineolaithe ar an nGaeilge is oillte sa tír agus déantar plé ar iarratais le haghaidh téarmaí nua-chumtha.

Impeachments, Referendums and a Boardroom Scandal: 10 Years at The University Times
As the decade comes to an end, we look back at some of the biggest stories to rock Trinity – and higher education – in the last 10 years.

On Alzheimer’s Treatment, Researchers Say Music May Be Key
Further research is required to truly understand how music may be for the mind as well as the soul – but it's an area academics are keen to explore.

Scéal Casta na Gaeilge Ó Thuaidh – Comharthaí Dátheangacha in Ollscoileanna an Tuaiscirt
Taispeánann an easpa Gaeilge ar chomharthaí in ollscoileanna an Tuaiscirt go bhfuil deighilt pholaitiúil ann fós.

How Academics Are Bringing the Fight on Climate Action
Climate activism has exploded onto the streets in recent months. What do the experts – academics – make of it all?

Ahead of Election Day, a Generation of UK Students Mobilises
Around the UK, young people are making their voices heard, ahead of a general election that could be crucial in the future of Brexit.

Celebrating 100 Years of Microbiology in Trinity
In Trinity, microbiology experts gather to toast the discipline's past – and the importance of its future.

In Old Library, a Cultural Campaign for Women Figureheads Comes to a Head
Some are in favour of Trinity's new move to place female sculptures in the Long Room. But to others, it doesn't go far enough.

Why Campuses Around the World Are Still at War Over Free Speech
The conversation around free speech on campus has progressed in recent years – but it's as divisive as ever.