research Archives – The College View

DCU collaborates on a new way to target ‘cancer causing’ genes

October 22, 2021

Discovered by researchers from Dublin City University (DCU) and Chalmers University of Technology (CUT), Sweden, the new method known as ‘click and cut’ or ‘click chemistry’ is a new way to prepare DNA drug molecules.

Researchers call for Transgender awareness training for working

April 4, 2018

Transgender awareness training is needed for many professionals in Ireland, according to a study from researchers in Cork. Fiachra Ó Súilleabháin and Máire Leane, who lecture future social, youth and community workers in University College

Food tech and the search for disease cures: how one company is unlocking food’s hidden potential

February 8, 2018

We are what we eat. Or so goes the popular adage. In no other circumstance is this more evident than in our drastic rates of non-communicable diseases (NCDs).

Minister launches €6.7 million climate change research initiative led by UCD

October 25, 2017

The minister of State for Community Development, Natural Resources and Digital Development has launched an investment of €6.7 million into a climate change research project called Acclimatize.

Taoiseach Launches Four New World-Class Research Centres

September 27, 2017

The Taoiseach has announced the launch of four new Science Foundation Ireland Research Centres which will have close collaborations with Dublin City University. The new research centres will receive an investment of €74 million from

DCU PhD graduate awarded Chancellor’s Medal

November 30, 2016

Dr.Sarah Gilgunn has been awarded the Dublin City University Chancellor’s Medal for achieving outstanding academic success which is linked to her significant industrial experience.

NUIG tests spider venom for cancer fighting properties

April 20, 2016

Venom from the false black widow spider is being researched for the first time for its anti-cancer properties in NUI Galway. The venom is being tested on different lines of human cancer cells by Doctor

GAA National Education and Research Centre

October 28, 2015

New GAA centre to focus on research, innovation and education in DCU.

€3.3 million for DCU cancer research

September 30, 2015

Over €3.3 million in funding has been granted to researchers at Dublin City University for the development of a treatment programme for pancreatic cancer.

DCU launches new Future Media & Journalism institute

June 24, 2015

DCU has launched a new initiative called the Institute for Future Media and Journalism (FuJo) which will see students of the School of Communications learn new skills required in the profession. The institute will work

Health consequences do not stop students from drinking, study shows

December 10, 2014

Students will not reduce their alcohol consumption for medical reasons, but will reduce their intake due to cost.