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In Support of Public Funding, Between 8,000 and 10,000 Take to the Streets
With USI estimating 5,000 students would attend the march, trade unions and groups from across the country showed up today to advocate for publicly funded education.

Highlighting College’s Desire for a New Funding Model, Vice-Provost Reminds Students They’re Marching for “Future Generations”
The College administration's support in facilitating today's march for education and finding a new funding model is echoed on campuses across the country.

Trinity Researchers Contribute to New Images of one of the Heaviest Stars in our Galaxy
With a luminosity over five million times that of the Sun, the study provides researchers with clues about the evolution and death of stars.

Lab in Trinity-based Research Centre Receives €2.3 Million in Funding
Extending its partnership with Nokia Bell Labs, the Amber centre has received funding for joint research on challenges to communication networks.

Trinity Researcher Awarded €500,000 to Investigate 2D Materials for the ICT and Energy Sector
Dr Niall McEvoy from the Trinity-based Amber centre was awarded SFI funding for his work in transition metal dichalcogenides.

With $1.2 Million, Trinity Researchers to Examine Link Between Illness, Brain Dysfunction and Dementia
With funding from the US Department of Health and Human Services, the ways in which the brain becomes vulnerable following acute illnesses are to be investigated.

With no Temporary Facilities Available, Simon Perry Building Demolition on Hold Until E3 is Complete
The highly specialised building was due to be demolished by September 2018 for the new business school.

Lir Academy Announces New Three-Year Degree in Stage Management and Tech Theatre
The new degree programme in the Trinity-based National Academy of Dramatic Art is the first of its kind in Ireland.

Trinity’s Burkitt Medal to be Awarded at International Conference Today
The medal, which recognises outstanding contributions to cancer research, will be awarded to the University of Manchester's Dr Paul Brennan.

Fianna Fáil Remain “Cautious” of Loan Schemes, as Committee Addresses Funding Crisis
Fianna Fáil has been outspoken about the need for funding of higher education in recent months, but remains undecided on a long-term funding model.