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EU Leaders Falling Short on Research Ambitions, says ERC Head
The interim president of the ERC has said that 'national EU leaders did not at all deliver in terms of the previously expressed ambition for research and innovation'.
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Former Nobel Laureate John Hume Dies Aged 83
Many leading figures in politics have paid tribute to the Derry man today.
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Academic Registry Made Multiple Errors in Medicine Resit Timetables
College has since solved the issues and said that it regrets 'any distress caused'.
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University Times Editor Launches Petition to Introduce Board of Advisors
The proposed amendment includes the creation of a Standards Editor to be elected by the staff.
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First Years to Have Classes During Reading Week
Vice-Provost Jürgen Barkhoff said that the move will ensure that first-year students “end the semester together with all other students”.
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IFUT Calls for Clarity on College Reopening Plans
The union also called on the government to reverse cuts to higher education in October's budget.
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Residents’ Objections to New Halls Building ‘Deeply Concerning’, says Hand
Local residents have recently come out against a proposed extension to Trinity Hall.
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USI to Compile Wage Report on Sabbatical Officers
Proponents of the motion said that the report will fill gaps left by USI’s comparative research manual.
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Normal People Picks Up Four Emmy Nominations
Paul Mescal, Sally Rooney and Lenny Abrahamson were among the nominees.
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USI to Research Effects of Repeat Exam Fees on Students
The motion was proposed today at national council by NUI Galway Students' Union.