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
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
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 … 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
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
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 … 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
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 … 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
