Young people reflect on two years of deadlock in NI What has been the impact of two years of political impasse on the lives of young people in Northern Ireland? Ulster • 03 Feb 24
Young people reflect on two years of deadlock in NI What has been the impact of two years of political impasse on the lives of young people in Northern Ireland? Ulster • 03 Feb 24
Pine marten helps red squirrel population rebound Restoring a native predator is helping the red squirrel population rebound after decades of competition with their grey cousins, researchers said. Ulster • 26 Feb 20
Pine marten helps red squirrel population rebound Restoring a native predator is helping the red squirrel population rebound after decades of competition with their grey cousins, researchers said. Ulster • 26 Feb 20
Man-made noise a 'major global pollutant' - study New research has found that noise pollution is threatening the survival of more than 100 species, including amphibians, birds, fish, mammals and reptilians. Environment • 20 Nov 19
Man-made noise a 'major global pollutant' - study New research has found that noise pollution is threatening the survival of more than 100 species, including amphibians, birds, fish, mammals and reptilians. Environment • 20 Nov 19
Narcissists 'less prone' to stress and depression Society may view narcissists as full of self-importance but researchers at Queen's University Belfast have discovered they may actually have an advantage. Health • 29 Oct 19
Narcissists 'less prone' to stress and depression Society may view narcissists as full of self-importance but researchers at Queen's University Belfast have discovered they may actually have an advantage. Health • 29 Oct 19
Vikings halted serious Irish population decline - study Ireland's population was in "serious decline" before the arrival of the Vikings, according to new research. Ireland • 22 Aug 19
Vikings halted serious Irish population decline - study Ireland's population was in "serious decline" before the arrival of the Vikings, according to new research. Ireland • 22 Aug 19
Queen's research raises hopes for eye disease treatment Researchers at Queen's University Belfast have made findings which could help lead to new treatments for sight-threatening eye disease triggered by uncontrolled growth of blood vessels in the eye. Health • 03 Apr 19
Queen's research raises hopes for eye disease treatment Researchers at Queen's University Belfast have made findings which could help lead to new treatments for sight-threatening eye disease triggered by uncontrolled growth of blood vessels in the eye. Health • 03 Apr 19
Bowel cancer research to lead to better outcomes Better analysis of bowel cancer tumours could produce improved outcomes for patients, researchers said. Health • 17 Dec 18
Bowel cancer research to lead to better outcomes Better analysis of bowel cancer tumours could produce improved outcomes for patients, researchers said. Health • 17 Dec 18
Many children have undiagnosed maths learning disorder A new study has found that many children are suffering from a hidden, undiagnosed condition which makes it harder for them to learn maths. Education • 12 Sep 18
Many children have undiagnosed maths learning disorder A new study has found that many children are suffering from a hidden, undiagnosed condition which makes it harder for them to learn maths. Education • 12 Sep 18
Trial may treat prostate cancer in fewer visits A radical new radiotherapy trial could significantly cut the number of visits for men with prostate cancer, researchers have said. Prostate cancer • 08 Aug 18
Trial may treat prostate cancer in fewer visits A radical new radiotherapy trial could significantly cut the number of visits for men with prostate cancer, researchers have said. Prostate cancer • 08 Aug 18
Skin patch could tackle antibiotic resistance crisis A new skin patch could save many lives and tackle the antibiotic resistance crisis, researchers have said. Health • 04 Jan 18
Skin patch could tackle antibiotic resistance crisis A new skin patch could save many lives and tackle the antibiotic resistance crisis, researchers have said. Health • 04 Jan 18
New era of astrophysics as gold making star is detected In a major scientific discovery, huge team of scientists around the world has for the first time witnessed the violent events that lead to the creation of gold, platinum and other heavy metals across the Universe. Science • 16 Oct 17
New era of astrophysics as gold making star is detected In a major scientific discovery, huge team of scientists around the world has for the first time witnessed the violent events that lead to the creation of gold, platinum and other heavy metals across the Universe. Science • 16 Oct 17
Queen's considering joint posts with Irish universities Queen's University Belfast is considering creating joint academic posts with institutions in the south to ensure it still benefits from post-Brexit European research funding. Science • 10 Oct 17
Queen's considering joint posts with Irish universities Queen's University Belfast is considering creating joint academic posts with institutions in the south to ensure it still benefits from post-Brexit European research funding. Science • 10 Oct 17
Meningitis test breakthrough by Belfast scientists Scientists have come up with a new test which can identify potential cases of meningitis in a fraction of the current time. Ireland • 30 Aug 17
Meningitis test breakthrough by Belfast scientists Scientists have come up with a new test which can identify potential cases of meningitis in a fraction of the current time. Ireland • 30 Aug 17
Queens researchers develop tiny nano-sheets Tiny electrically conducting nano-sheets developed by scientists in Northern Ireland could significantly advance the capabilities and reduce the size of electronic devices we use every day. Science and Technology • 14 Jun 17
Queens researchers develop tiny nano-sheets Tiny electrically conducting nano-sheets developed by scientists in Northern Ireland could significantly advance the capabilities and reduce the size of electronic devices we use every day. Science and Technology • 14 Jun 17
NI scientists develop new gel to fight superbugs Scientists in Northern Ireland claim they have made a significant advance in the fight against hospital superbugs, including those most resistant to antibiotics. News • 19 Aug 14
NI scientists develop new gel to fight superbugs Scientists in Northern Ireland claim they have made a significant advance in the fight against hospital superbugs, including those most resistant to antibiotics. News • 19 Aug 14
