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Today we have an insight into one of our wonderful DIAS researchers. Venus is a Fellow in our School of Theoretical Physics. Thanks Silicon Republic!
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Today we have an insight into one of our wonderful DIAS researchers. Venus is a Fellow in our School of Theoretical Physics. Thanks Silicon Republic!
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✨️#49 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Apollo 11 Moon Landing
The Apollo 11 Mission in July 1969 returned the first geological samples from the moon. Prof Denis O'Sullivan of DIAS, along with Prof Alex Thompson, developed innovative techniques to analyse Cosmic Ray tracks on the lunar rocks.
Their research gained international recognition for DIAS and Ireland, establishing Ireland as a respected contributor to global space research.
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✨️#49 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Apollo 11 Moon Landing
The Apollo 11 Mission in July 1969 returned the first geological samples from the moon. Prof Denis O'Sullivan of DIAS, along with Prof Alex Thompson, developed innovative techniques to analyse Cosmic Ray tracks on the lunar rocks.
Their research gained international recognition for DIAS and Ireland, establishing Ireland as a respected contributor to global space research.
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✨️#48 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
John Herivel was a mathematician and one of the codebreakers at Bletchley Park during the Second World War.
He is best known for the "Herivel Tip" a breakthrough that became one of the key methods used to crack the German Enigma cipher in 1940.
In 1956, he joined the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) as a visiting scholar, becoming part of the Institute's distinguished tradition of mathematical
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John Herivel was a mathematician and one of the codebreakers at Bletchley Park during the Second World War.
He is best known for the "Herivel Tip" a breakthrough that became one of the key methods used to crack the German Enigma cipher in 1940.
In 1956, he joined the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) as a visiting scholar, becoming part of the Institute's distinguished tradition of mathematical
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✨️#47 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
In 2023, researchers from the DIAS Geophysics Section, working with international partners, installed an induction coil magnetometer in Antarctica to collect magnetic and electric field data.
The instrument measures the vertical component of Earth's magnetic field. By detecting subtle variations in magnetic and electric fields across different frequencies, it helps researchers build a clearer picture of what lies deep beneath the Earth's surface!
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✨️#47 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
In 2023, researchers from the DIAS Geophysics Section, working with international partners, installed an induction coil magnetometer in Antarctica to collect magnetic and electric field data.
The instrument measures the vertical component of Earth's magnetic field. By detecting subtle variations in magnetic and electric fields across different frequencies, it helps researchers build a clearer picture of what lies deep beneath the Earth's surface!
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✨#46 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
The 'Grazer'
A specialised conservation-grade book cradle. This cradle manipulates and focuses on the uneven, contoured parchment of the rare Irish manuscripts being digitised for the Irish Script on Screen to allow for the safe, high-quality digital imaging to be achieved.
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✨#46 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
The 'Grazer'
A specialised conservation-grade book cradle. This cradle manipulates and focuses on the uneven, contoured parchment of the rare Irish manuscripts being digitised for the Irish Script on Screen to allow for the safe, high-quality digital imaging to be achieved.
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✨#45 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Irish Script on Screen
Established by DIAS in 1999, the Irish Script on Screen (ISOS) is the world's largest digital repository of Irish manuscripts, with more than 450 manuscripts digitised.These priceless manuscripts are expertly digitised, making centuries of Irish history, literature, law and culture freely accessible online.
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✨#45 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Irish Script on Screen
Established by DIAS in 1999, the Irish Script on Screen (ISOS) is the world's largest digital repository of Irish manuscripts, with more than 450 manuscripts digitised.These priceless manuscripts are expertly digitised, making centuries of Irish history, literature, law and culture freely accessible online.
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✨#44 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Dunsink Dome and Telescope 🔭
Dunsink Observatory helped shape modern observatory design. The South Dome, built in 1868, houses a 12-inch Grubb refractor telescope that remains operational today. Upgrades made in 1909 improved the accuracy of stellar observations and remain part of its historic character.
Today, the South Dome and telescope stand as a lasting reminder of Ireland’s contribution to modern astronomy☄️
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✨#44 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Dunsink Dome and Telescope 🔭
Dunsink Observatory helped shape modern observatory design. The South Dome, built in 1868, houses a 12-inch Grubb refractor telescope that remains operational today. Upgrades made in 1909 improved the accuracy of stellar observations and remain part of its historic character.
Today, the South Dome and telescope stand as a lasting reminder of Ireland’s contribution to modern astronomy☄️
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✨#43 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Prof Stephen Hawking visits DIAS
In October 1983, renowned physicist Stephen Hawking visited DIAS to attend a Symposium held by our School of Theoretical Physics.
During his visit Prof Hawking delivered a lecture exploring quantum mechanics and recent advances in general relativity and supergravity.
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✨#43 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Prof Stephen Hawking visits DIAS
In October 1983, renowned physicist Stephen Hawking visited DIAS to attend a Symposium held by our School of Theoretical Physics.
During his visit Prof Hawking delivered a lecture exploring quantum mechanics and recent advances in general relativity and supergravity.
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✨#43 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Prof Stephen Hawking visits DIAS
In October 1983, renowned physicist Stephen Hawking visited DIAS to attend a Symposium held by our School of Theoretical Physics.
During his visit Prof Hawking delivered a lecture exploring quantum mechanics and recent advances in general relativity and supergravity.
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✨#43 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Prof Stephen Hawking visits DIAS
In October 1983, renowned physicist Stephen Hawking visited DIAS to attend a Symposium held by our School of Theoretical Physics.
During his visit Prof Hawking delivered a lecture exploring quantum mechanics and recent advances in general relativity and supergravity.
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✨#42 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
The Irish National Seismic Network
The Geophysics Section of DIAS operates the Irish National Seismic Network (INSN). Established in 1980, the network monitors seismic activity across Ireland - through a series of stations. Seismic data is transmitted in real time to the INSN data centre at 5 Merrion Square and shared internationally.
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✨#42 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
The Irish National Seismic Network
The Geophysics Section of DIAS operates the Irish National Seismic Network (INSN). Established in 1980, the network monitors seismic activity across Ireland - through a series of stations. Seismic data is transmitted in real time to the INSN data centre at 5 Merrion Square and shared internationally.
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✨#42 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
The Irish National Seismic Network
The Geophysics Section of DIAS operates the Irish National Seismic Network (INSN). Established in 1980, the network monitors seismic activity across Ireland - through a series of stations. Seismic data is transmitted in real time to the INSN data centre at 5 Merrion Square and shared internationally.
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✨#42 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
The Irish National Seismic Network
The Geophysics Section of DIAS operates the Irish National Seismic Network (INSN). Established in 1980, the network monitors seismic activity across Ireland - through a series of stations. Seismic data is transmitted in real time to the INSN data centre at 5 Merrion Square and shared internationally.
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Today, 19 June 2026, we celebrate 86 years of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) 🎂
For 86 years, DIAS has demonstrated the value of long-term, fundamental research and international collaboration, making a lasting contribution to Ireland and the global scientific and scholarly community.
Here's to 86 years of exploration, innovation, and the pursuit of knowledge - and to all the discoveries still to come! 🎉
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Today, 19 June 2026, we celebrate 86 years of the Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) 🎂
For 86 years, DIAS has demonstrated the value of long-term, fundamental research and international collaboration, making a lasting contribution to Ireland and the global scientific and scholarly community.
Here's to 86 years of exploration, innovation, and the pursuit of knowledge - and to all the discoveries still to come! 🎉
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✨#41 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Celtica is the leading peer-reviewed journal of our School of Celtic Studies and has been published as a Diamond Open Access journal since 2024 📚
Both new issues and the complete archive are freely available on the DIAS Journals Platform, with no subscription or paywall barriers!
The transition to open access was a major milestone for DIAS, ensuring wider access to research for scholars and helping to promoting knowledge without barriers.
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✨#41 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Celtica is the leading peer-reviewed journal of our School of Celtic Studies and has been published as a Diamond Open Access journal since 2024 📚
Both new issues and the complete archive are freely available on the DIAS Journals Platform, with no subscription or paywall barriers!
The transition to open access was a major milestone for DIAS, ensuring wider access to research for scholars and helping to promoting knowledge without barriers.
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✨#41 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Celtica is the leading peer-reviewed journal of our School of Celtic Studies and has been published as a Diamond Open Access journal since 2024 📚
Both new issues and the complete archive are freely available on the DIAS Journals Platform, with no subscription or paywall barriers!
The transition to open access was a major milestone for DIAS, ensuring wider access to research for scholars and helping to promoting knowledge without barriers.
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✨#41 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Celtica is the leading peer-reviewed journal of our School of Celtic Studies and has been published as a Diamond Open Access journal since 2024 📚
Both new issues and the complete archive are freely available on the DIAS Journals Platform, with no subscription or paywall barriers!
The transition to open access was a major milestone for DIAS, ensuring wider access to research for scholars and helping to promoting knowledge without barriers.
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✨#40 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Dunsink Time
In 1880, Dunsink Time (officially known as Dublin Mean Team) based on observations at
Dunsink became the legal time for all of Ireland. Irish clocks ran about 25 minutes 21 seconds
behind Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), reflecting Ireland's position west of London.Dunsink Observatory kept Ireland’s official time until 1916.
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✨#40 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Dunsink Time
In 1880, Dunsink Time (officially known as Dublin Mean Team) based on observations at
Dunsink became the legal time for all of Ireland. Irish clocks ran about 25 minutes 21 seconds
behind Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), reflecting Ireland's position west of London.Dunsink Observatory kept Ireland’s official time until 1916.
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✨#40 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Dunsink Time
In 1880, Dunsink Time (officially known as Dublin Mean Team) based on observations at
Dunsink became the legal time for all of Ireland. Irish clocks ran about 25 minutes 21 seconds
behind Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), reflecting Ireland's position west of London.Dunsink Observatory kept Ireland’s official time until 1916.
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✨#40 of #85ThingsAboutDIAS
Dunsink Time
In 1880, Dunsink Time (officially known as Dublin Mean Team) based on observations at
Dunsink became the legal time for all of Ireland. Irish clocks ran about 25 minutes 21 seconds
behind Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), reflecting Ireland's position west of London.Dunsink Observatory kept Ireland’s official time until 1916.
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Reach for the Stars 2026 photography competition is now open to public vote! 🔭
Amazing photos again this year! 📷
▶️ https://reachforthestars.ie/ ◀️
#ReachForTheStars
#Astronomy
#Astrophotography
#Photo
#Photography
#astrodon
#astrophysics
#space
#science
#Aurora
#AuroraBorealis
#NorthernLights
#MastoDaoine
#Ireland
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Reach for the Stars 2026 photography competition is now open to public vote! 🔭
Amazing photos again this year! 📷
▶️ https://reachforthestars.ie/ ◀️
#ReachForTheStars
#Astronomy
#Astrophotography
#Photo
#Photography
#astrodon
#astrophysics
#space
#science
#Aurora
#AuroraBorealis
#NorthernLights
#MastoDaoine
#Ireland
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Reach for the Stars 2026 photography competition is now open to public vote! 🔭
Amazing photos again this year! 📷
▶️ https://reachforthestars.ie/ ◀️
#ReachForTheStars
#Astronomy
#Astrophotography
#Photo
#Photography
#astrodon
#astrophysics
#space
#science
#Aurora
#AuroraBorealis
#NorthernLights
#MastoDaoine
#Ireland
#DIASDiscovers -
Reach for the Stars 2026 photography competition is now open to public vote! 🔭
Amazing photos again this year! 📷
▶️ https://reachforthestars.ie/ ◀️
#ReachForTheStars
#Astronomy
#Astrophotography
#Photo
#Photography
#astrodon
#astrophysics
#space
#science
#Aurora
#AuroraBorealis
#NorthernLights
#MastoDaoine
#Ireland
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✨#39 of #85 Things About DIAS
D.A. Binchy's Corpus Iuris Hibernici
First published by DIAS in 1978, this six-volume work offers an in-depth exploration of Brehon Law, Ireland’s indigenous legal tradition.
Compiled between 1963 and 1978 by Professor Binchy, it brings together material from a rich collection of manuscripts, some dating back to the 7th century.
The collection is an essential resource for studying early Irish society and culture.
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✨#39 of #85 Things About DIAS
D.A. Binchy's Corpus Iuris Hibernici
First published by DIAS in 1978, this six-volume work offers an in-depth exploration of Brehon Law, Ireland’s indigenous legal tradition.
Compiled between 1963 and 1978 by Professor Binchy, it brings together material from a rich collection of manuscripts, some dating back to the 7th century.
The collection is an essential resource for studying early Irish society and culture.
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✨#39 of #85 Things About DIAS
D.A. Binchy's Corpus Iuris Hibernici
First published by DIAS in 1978, this six-volume work offers an in-depth exploration of Brehon Law, Ireland’s indigenous legal tradition.
Compiled between 1963 and 1978 by Professor Binchy, it brings together material from a rich collection of manuscripts, some dating back to the 7th century.
The collection is an essential resource for studying early Irish society and culture.
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✨#39 of #85 Things About DIAS
D.A. Binchy's Corpus Iuris Hibernici
First published by DIAS in 1978, this six-volume work offers an in-depth exploration of Brehon Law, Ireland’s indigenous legal tradition.
Compiled between 1963 and 1978 by Professor Binchy, it brings together material from a rich collection of manuscripts, some dating back to the 7th century.
The collection is an essential resource for studying early Irish society and culture.
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✨#37 of #85 Things About DIAS
In 1941, Dr Sheila Tinney (neé Power) became the first women Fellow of DIAS - and was one of the first three Fellows to be selected by the inaugural Director of the School of Theoretical Physics.
Dr Tinney later also become an Assistant Lecturer at UCD and was among the first four women elected to the Royal Irish Academy.
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✨#37 of #85 Things About DIAS
In 1941, Dr Sheila Tinney (neé Power) became the first women Fellow of DIAS - and was one of the first three Fellows to be selected by the inaugural Director of the School of Theoretical Physics.
Dr Tinney later also become an Assistant Lecturer at UCD and was among the first four women elected to the Royal Irish Academy.
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✨#35 of #85 Things About DIAS
Ogham in 3D
DIAS's School of Celtic Studies digitizes early medieval inscriptions - some of Ireland's most significant national treasures and our earliest written records, dating back to the 5th century.
This project website was launched in 2013 by then Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Jimmy Deenihan.
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✨#35 of #85 Things About DIAS
Ogham in 3D
DIAS's School of Celtic Studies digitizes early medieval inscriptions - some of Ireland's most significant national treasures and our earliest written records, dating back to the 5th century.
This project website was launched in 2013 by then Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Jimmy Deenihan.
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✨#35 of #85 Things About DIAS
Ogham in 3D
DIAS's School of Celtic Studies digitizes early medieval inscriptions - some of Ireland's most significant national treasures and our earliest written records, dating back to the 5th century.
This project website was launched in 2013 by then Minister for Arts, Heritage and the Gaeltacht Jimmy Deenihan.
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✨#34 of #85 Things About DIAS
QuakeShake Raspberry Seismometers.
These Raspberry Shake seismometers power the QuakeShake programme and they are changing the way we engage with earthquakes and Earth science!
Supported by Research Ireland's Discover Programme and GSI, our Raspberry Shake stations are expanding rapidly - with over 70 devices purchased for use in classrooms,homes and heritage sites throughout Ireland.
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✨#34 of #85 Things About DIAS
QuakeShake Raspberry Seismometers.
These Raspberry Shake seismometers power the QuakeShake programme and they are changing the way we engage with earthquakes and Earth science!
Supported by Research Ireland's Discover Programme and GSI, our Raspberry Shake stations are expanding rapidly - with over 70 devices purchased for use in classrooms,homes and heritage sites throughout Ireland.
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✨#31 of #85 Things About DIAS
SEA-SEIS Deployment
In 2018, researchers from the DIAS Geophysics Section led the SEA-SEIS (Structure, Evolution and Seismicity of the Irish offshore) project.
This Project saw state-of-the-art ocean bottom seismometers deployed across the Irish offshore area, to the west of Ireland which provide data on a range of activity deep in Irish coastal waters.
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✨#31 of #85 Things About DIAS
SEA-SEIS Deployment
In 2018, researchers from the DIAS Geophysics Section led the SEA-SEIS (Structure, Evolution and Seismicity of the Irish offshore) project.
This Project saw state-of-the-art ocean bottom seismometers deployed across the Irish offshore area, to the west of Ireland which provide data on a range of activity deep in Irish coastal waters.
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Join us in celebrating Earth Day at DIAS 🌍
Today, we’re shining a light on the vital work of our Geophysics Section. Our researchers are helping us better understand natural hazards, climate systems, and the dynamic forces shaping our planet.
As we mark Earth Day, we’re reminded that advancing knowledge is key to protecting our planet for the future.
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Join us in celebrating Earth Day at DIAS 🌍
Today, we’re shining a light on the vital work of our Geophysics Section. Our researchers are helping us better understand natural hazards, climate systems, and the dynamic forces shaping our planet.
As we mark Earth Day, we’re reminded that advancing knowledge is key to protecting our planet for the future.
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Join us in celebrating Earth Day at DIAS 🌍
Today, we’re shining a light on the vital work of our Geophysics Section. Our researchers are helping us better understand natural hazards, climate systems, and the dynamic forces shaping our planet.
As we mark Earth Day, we’re reminded that advancing knowledge is key to protecting our planet for the future.
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Join us in celebrating Earth Day at DIAS 🌍
Today, we’re shining a light on the vital work of our Geophysics Section. Our researchers are helping us better understand natural hazards, climate systems, and the dynamic forces shaping our planet.
As we mark Earth Day, we’re reminded that advancing knowledge is key to protecting our planet for the future.
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✨#30 of #85 Things About DIAS
2011 International Congress of Celtic Studies.
In 2011, the Fourteenth International Congress of Celtic Studies was held in Ireland, at Maynooth University under the aegis of DIAS. Established in 1959, this quadrennial event has grown to be the largest academic conference focused on Celtic Studies, attracting scholars and researchers from around the worlds.
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✨#30 of #85 Things About DIAS
2011 International Congress of Celtic Studies.
In 2011, the Fourteenth International Congress of Celtic Studies was held in Ireland, at Maynooth University under the aegis of DIAS. Established in 1959, this quadrennial event has grown to be the largest academic conference focused on Celtic Studies, attracting scholars and researchers from around the worlds.
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✨#29 of #85 Things About DIAS
The First International Congress of Celtic Studies.The foremost international gathering of scholars researching the languages, literature and cultural traditions of the Celtic-speaking people, was held at DIAS.
The Congress was organized by the late DIAS Professor Brian Ó Cúiv.Pictured (L-R): Brian Ó Cúiv, David Greene, Cecile O'Rahilly, Carl Marstrander and Angus Matheson.
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✨#29 of #85 Things About DIAS
The First International Congress of Celtic Studies.The foremost international gathering of scholars researching the languages, literature and cultural traditions of the Celtic-speaking people, was held at DIAS.
The Congress was organized by the late DIAS Professor Brian Ó Cúiv.Pictured (L-R): Brian Ó Cúiv, David Greene, Cecile O'Rahilly, Carl Marstrander and Angus Matheson.
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A fascinating perspective from Professor Peter Gallagher on Ireland’s role in space exploration 🚀
From historic breakthroughs to contributions to the Artemis mission. A strong reminder of the impact of long-term investment in science.
Read the full article here: https://www.irishexaminer.com/opinion/commentanalysis/arid-41823926.html
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A fascinating perspective from Professor Peter Gallagher on Ireland’s role in space exploration 🚀
From historic breakthroughs to contributions to the Artemis mission. A strong reminder of the impact of long-term investment in science.
Read the full article here: https://www.irishexaminer.com/opinion/commentanalysis/arid-41823926.html
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Professor Caitriona Jackman spoke to @ Morning Ireland, @ RTE, about NASA’s Artemis II mission and what this tells us about humanity’s return to the Moon and the future of space science.
Listen below or click here for the full interview https://www.rte.ie/radio/radio1/clips/22599229/