UCD ALUMNI

.@ucddublin research revealed that children in mixed schools form more friendships compared to those in single-sex schools. 🤝 The research explores how gender dynamics impact social connections and overall school experiences. Learn more: bit.ly/4hYkVyN

Feeding the deer in Phoenix Park is causing them serious health issues. 🦌 @ucddublin research highlights the negative impact of public feeding on these animals, including poor antler development and stress behaviours. Discover more: bit.ly/3CQx6yO

.@ucddublin is leading a major EU project exploring the societal benefits and risks of AI. 🚀 This research aims to harness AI for the greater good while addressing potential challenges and risks. Discover its implications for the future: bit.ly/4aWF9qt

Tionól Gaeilge UCD le @ucdgaeltacht! 🗓️ 16-20 Meitheamh 2025 🧑‍🏫 Ranganna teanga ag 5 leibhéal ☘️ Léachtaí agus ceardlanna cultúra Lacáiste eisiach do chéimithe agus tá lóistín le fáil ar champas. Faigh amach sochar na céimithe go léir anseo: ucd.ie/alumni/benefit…

Nominations are now open for this year's #UCDAlumniAwards ✨ Celebrate your classmates and fellow graduates by nominating outstanding @ucddublin alumni who are making a positive impact on the world. Nominate someone who inspires you today: bit.ly/3DccTne

A troubling rise in anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric and violence in Ireland. 🏳️‍🌈 @ucddublin research highlights growing fears and calls for urgent action to ensure safety and inclusivity for LGBTQ+ communities. Read more: ucd.ie/newsandopinion…

🔍 Movember Janssen Newman Fellowship in Prostate Cancer Outcomes Research is offering a new #postdoc opportunity and is seeking a dedicated and innovative researcher to join @UCDMedicine and @IPCOR_Ireland team. The closing date is 5pm, 7 March 2025. ucdfoundation.ie/movember-janss…

Safer tech use = happier kids! 📱 @ucddublin research shows children with strong digital skills & safer tech habits report greater well-being. Parents, schools and regulation play a big role in creating safe online spaces. Read more: ucd.ie/newsandopinion…

Twelve candidates have been nominated to contest the Seanad Éireann Election in the NUI Constituency. To find out more about each candidate, head to the candidate profiles here: nui.ie/elections/sean… The Poll will close on 29 January 2025 at 11am 🗳️

"Money management issues are a key early sign of Alzheimer's." 💳🧠 @ucddublin & @MaynoothUni research shows AI can detect early dementia by analysing money management issues. Banks could play a vital role in protecting vulnerable customers. Learn more: ucd.ie/newsandopinion…

👏🎖️Congratulations to UCD School of Medicine alumnus, Dr Brendan Kelly, on being a Health Innovation Hub Ireland Clinical Innovation Award Winner 2024. Find out more👉bit.ly/4h8dOmY @UCDALUMNI

We first meet the amazing Katie O'Brien. Born with spina bifida, Katie is a @ParalympicsIRE rower from Clarinbridge, Co Galway. She is a world champion and recently competed in the 2024 Paralympic Games. Katie graduated from @ucdvetmed and during her time was awarded the David O'Connor Memorial Medal for her outstanding achievements and commitments to sport. Today she shares in the @UCD_CHAS celebration of #IDPWD2024 @RowingIreland @ucdsportsclubs @UCDALUMNI

We are very proud of the successes of our Economics alumni. To celebrate their achievements, we recently created an alumni wall in the School with testimonials from eight alumni from our BSc, MSc and PhD programmes 1/

Discovery of a 2000-year-old fig reveals Ireland's Iron Age trade with the Roman Empire! 🌱 "This is by far the oldest example of an exotic fruit found in Ireland," says @ucdarchaeology Associate Professor Meriel McClatchie. Read more here: bit.ly/3OnmSrI

Well done Amy! Looking forward to hearing the Choir on the 27th! Tickets and further info: ucdphil.eventbrite.ie

Our latest alumni story with UCD graduate Catherine O’Brien is live on our website. Catherine is a Registered Advanced Nurse Practitioner Cancer Survivorship at Trinity St James’s Cancer Institute👩‍🎓👩‍🎓👩‍🎓 Read her story online: bit.ly/4bYeqIX #alumnistory #ucdgraduate

A heartfelt thank you to the amazing UCD Alumni Awards 2024 sponsors! 🌟 @Medtronic, @iobLearn, @AercapNV, @Accenture_Irl, @NissanIreland, @AmropIreland, @UCD_Conway, @rkdarchitects, @_advancecentre #ThankYou #UCDAlumniAwards2024

Explore the latest breakthroughs and learn how @ucddublin researchers and academics are supporting a just transition to a fairer, greener, more equitable world. 🌱 Discover how @UCD_Research is driving global innovation in #UCDConnections: bit.ly/3BHZ6ni

Congratulations Lara! 👏 @ucdsportsclubs @ucddublin @UCDALUMNI