Blogs

Anne Magurran, Hon. MRIA: Ecologist

Professor Magurran’s research examines the rate of change in the species composition of the ecosystems around us, the consequences for ecosystem function, and how we…

A short history of Irish Jazz

In the first of a new series of monthly blog posts drawing on the riches of the Dictionary of Irish Biography, Liz Evers charts the arrival…

The Turning Point? The Northern Ireland Local Government Elections of 18 May 2023

The Northern Ireland Local Government elections of 18 May 2023, merit the slightly overused accolade of “historic.” More cautious observers may see them as a…

Nabeel Agha Riza MRIA: Inventor

Professor Riza’s research and invention activities are driven by free thought. He believes that being a teacher is a privilege; that great scientific research and…

The Alliance Party of Northern Ireland: Are they really “other”?

The Alliance Party of Northern Ireland proudly regards itself as “other” in relation to Northern Ireland’s nationalist versus unionist division. It claims to take no…

Irish History Online – To Infinity and Beyond!

In the latest Library blog post Deputy Librarian Meadhbh Murphy gives an update on the work being done by the Irish History Online (IHO) team.

Gladys Ganiel MRIA: Sociologist of religion

Professor Ganiel’s research in the sociology of religion encompasses the role of religion in conflict and peacebuilding, religious trends on the island of Ireland, and…

Grangegorman Lives: Jennie Wyse Power

Our Grangegorman Lives series continues with Jennie Wyse Power (1858-1941), Governor of the Richmond District Lunatic Asylum.