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    MU celebrates first ever GAA history module

    Maynooth University (MU) is marking the launch of a new module for undergraduate history students examining the foundations of the Gaelic Athletic Association (GAA) and its role in wider Irish society.

    Wednesday, 01 May 2024

    Míreanna athbheochanóra Gaeilge bronnta ar OMN

    Is cúis lúcháire againn é gur bronnadh roinnt míreanna pearsanta de chuid an Ollaimh Mícheál Ó hIceadha (1861–1916) ar Mhúsaem Ollscoil Mhá Nuad, pearsa lárnach in aimsir na hathbheochana ar bhain an-chonspóid lena imeacht tobann as Maigh Nuad in 1909. Briseadh Ó hIceadha as a phost de bharr sraith imeachtaí ina ndeachaigh sé in adharca le cuid de na heaspaig Chaitliceacha mar gheall ar cheist stádas na Gaeilge in Ollscoil na hÉireann.

    Tuesday, 30 January 2024

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    MU welcomes new Professor of Climate Science and Justice

    Maynooth University has announced the appointment of Professor Jennie C. Stephens, as Professor of Climate Science and Climate Justice, under the Senior Academic Leadership Initiative (SALI).

    Tuesday, 30 January 2024

    MU leads project to monitor urban greenhouse gases

    The pilot project measuring CO2 aims to support Dublin City achieve its ambitions as part of the EU Cities Mission to make 112 European cities climate neutral by 2030.

    Friday, 26 January 2024

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    MU launches Distinguished Collaborator programme

    Maynooth University has launched a Distinguished International Collaborator programme, which aims to bring internationally-renowned scientists, scholars, writers, artists and thinkers to the University.

    Thursday, 25 January 2024

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    MU joins ‘Brigid 1500’ celebration

    Maynooth University is delighted to join Kildare County Council in celebrating Brigid 1500, a major cultural festival to commemorate the life and legacy of St Brigid, one of Ireland’s most famous saints.

    Tuesday, 23 January 2024

    MU President Eeva Leinonen stands with three government ministers and DCU President and a placard showing student housing plans

    MU among first to build student accommodation under national strategy

    Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science Simon Harris was joined by ministerial colleagues and university presidents to unveil plans for more than 500 student accommodation beds at Maynooth University and DCU.

    Friday, 19 January 2024

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    MU awarded €1.8 million to fund scientific research infrastructure

    Maynooth University was awarded almost €1.8 m under the SFI Research Infrastructure programme for multi-disciplinary scientific research and innovation

    Wednesday, 17 January 2024

    "Spotless" MU helps Maynooth top litter-free list

    Maynooth University has been praised for its "spotless" campus and “its lovely planting and sculptures”, helping to clinch the top spot for Maynooth in a nationwide litter-free ranking.

    Tuesday, 09 January 2024

    MU leads €6 million Horizon project to futureproof urban health

    A new €6 million Horizon Europe research project led by Maynooth University is developing new ways of thinking and doing about the combined challenges of climate change and biodiversity loss.

    Wednesday, 20 December 2023

    MU researcher wins IRC Eda Sagarra Medal of Excellence

    Maynooth University PhD student Tara Ćirić has won the Irish Research Council’s (IRC) Eda Sagarra Medal of Excellence for her work with children in care.

    Monday, 18 December 2023

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