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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Great news for the pharmaceutical sector in NI! A new investment promises to accelerate innovation and help bring new products to market. Announced by Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald, the iPHARMA project is the first from the £30million allocation to the Belfast-Derry Innovation Corridor.

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A £11.7million investment to accelerate pharmaceutical innovation and help businesses bring new products to market has been announced by Economy Minister Dr Caoimhe Archibald.

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Did you know that biomarker testing helps identify the unique characteristics of a patient’s cancer? This enables clinicians to match patients with the most effective treatments. But a new study led by our experts has found that cancer biomarker test approvals vary by up to 100 days across Europe.

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A new study led by researchers at Queen’s University Belfast has found significant variability in regulatory approval timelines for biomarker tests across Europe, adding real complexity to precision o...

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Now's your chance to stand on the famous red dot! There's still time to apply to become a speaker at this year's TEDxQueen's University Belfast. Applications are open from: 🔴 Staff 🔴 Students 🔴 Alumni If you've got a big idea you'd like to share, let us know before 29 Sep: ow.ly/eCr950ZRmj8

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

We were delighted to welcome @newsnmc.bsky.social to our School of Nursing and Midwifery to see first hand how we are using cutting-edge technology in the KN Cheung SK Chin InterSim Centre to train the next generation of healthcare professionals. #LoveQUB #Nursing #Midwifery

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The School of Nursing & Midwifery at Queen’s University Belfast recently welcomed the Nursing & Midwifery Council (NMC) to the KN Cheung SK Chin InterSim Centre.

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

"It is a real privilege and joy to be able to share these histories." Congratulations to Dr Alison Garden from the School of Arts, English and Languages for coming runner up in The Conversation UK Prize for Writers competition. You can read the story here: ow.ly/YMyZ50ZQSH4

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QUBstaff @qubstaff.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

"My research is all about how we judge others based on how they speak, write or sign, and the TEDx talk felt like a good opportunity to encourage the audience to reflect on this."—Dr Emma Humphries @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social. 👉 Our latest staff blog: ow.ly/qX0k50ZPHqR #LoveQUBstaff #TEDxQUB

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

This evening, the Lanyon Building will be lighting up to help turn the skies pink for #OrganDonationWeek. If you'd like to find out how you can help by choosing to become an organ donor, check out organdonationni.info for more information. #LoveQUB #OrganDonation @nhsorgandonor.bsky.social

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Royal Irish Academy @ria.ie · 20/09/2026

Anne-Marie McAlinden is Professor of Law and Criminal Justice at the @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social. Her recent RIA Members’ Research Series piece explores the challenges of responding to sexual and gender-based violence. Learn more about Prof McAlinden's research: www.ria.ie/blog/anne-ma...

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Congratulations to Professor Steven Wilson who has been appointed as the Head of the School of Arts, English and Languages. Through his work, Professor Wilson advocates for the importance of linguistic sensitivity and high-level intercultural knowledge in addressing global healthcare challenges.

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Professor Steven Wilson has been appointed as the Head of the School of Arts, English and Languages at Queen's.

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Academic selection has been part of post-primary education in Northern Ireland for more than seven decades, but is it time for a change? Our experts have led a new study, funded by @nuffieldfoundation.org, to analyse the evidence for and against the system. Read more here: ow.ly/xnG250ZOJuC

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A new study has found that academic selection at age 10 -11 contributes to educational inequality, places unnecessary pressure on children and families, and is sustained more by social and political f...

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

We are delighted to introduce the new Children’s Writing Fellow for Northern Ireland, Stephen Daly. Based at the Seamus Heaney Centre at Queen's for two years, Stephen will be engaging in outreach activities to inspire and support current and future generations of creative writing talent.

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The Fellowship was created as part of Queen’s and the Arts Council of Northern Ireland's (ACNI) joint ten-year Seamus Heaney Legacy project supported by the Atlantic Philanthropies.

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Congratulations to Professor Kathryn McNeilly who has been elected as a Fellow to the @acadsocsciences.bsky.social. Professor McNeilly’s research intersects the areas of public international law, international human rights law, and international legal theory. Find out more here: ow.ly/qgLc50ZJhmo

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“Being elected a Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences is an honour for me as a legal scholar. I look forward to joining the Academy’s work to promote understandings of the social world, its foundational elements and functioning, of which law is an integral part.”
Professor Kathryn McNeilly
School of Law at Queen's

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Academy of Social Sciences @acadsocsciences.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

New Fellow Prof Kathryn McNeally is Prof of Law at @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social! Kathryn's research explores international human rights law and legal theory, including pioneering work on how concepts of time can help us better understand human rights. acss.org.uk/news/the-aca...

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

A very warm welcome to Professor Matthew Moran who has been appointed as the Director of Queen’s Institute for Peace, Security and Justice. Professor Moran's research focuses on the social and political factors that contribute to major security-related events. Find out more here: ow.ly/UKZB50ZIO0b

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“I’m delighted to be joining Queen’s and the Institute at such a critical time for international peace and security. I’m looking forward to working with colleagues across the University to build on the Institute’s excellent reputation and drive research and education that address today’s global challenges.”
Professor Matthew Moran
Director of Queen’s Institute for Peace, Security and Justice.

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

We have partnered with the Institute for Economics and Peace to produce the first ever Northern Ireland Peace Index. Launched today, the report provides a different way of thinking about peacebuilding in Northern Ireland identifying where peace is consolidating but also where progress is stalling.

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First Northern Ireland Peace Index Highlights Violence Falling but Foundations of Peace have stalled

Researchers from Queen’s, in partnership with the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP), have produced the first Northern Ireland Peace Index (NIPI) - a composite measurement of negative and positiv...

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

We're buzzing about this news! Our researchers have uncovered how the humble hoverfly is impacting the food we eat, such as apples and strawberries, through their unique pollination process. Want to learn more? Click here ➡️ ow.ly/BZoj50ZFEts

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

Hate needles? Us too! That's why our experts have developed a dissolvable 3D-printed patch that could help make skin cancer treatment more efficient, less painful and easier for patients. Want to learn more? Click here: ow.ly/vZSB50ZEOwe

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Touted as a high-protein food that can help build muscle and lose fat, cottage cheese is having a moment with viral recipes adding it into everything from pizzas to brownies. But do the claims about its health benefits actually stack up? Dr Dominic Farsi joins @theconversation.com to tell us more.

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We put cottage cheese through an evidence check – and the health claims didn’t stack up

Research that actually supports cottage cheese’s supposed benefits is not quite as abundant as the number of viral recipes you can find online.

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QUBstaff @qubstaff.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

"I talk to businesses out there, find out what it is they need help with, and then I matchmake them with a suitable academic partner." — Lorraine Marks, Head of Business Support Programmes @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social. Read about Lorraine in our new staff profile: ow.ly/eAY650ZBQOJ #LoveQUBstaff

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Are AI and bots ruining the UK music industry? Dr Katherine Pittalis used her PhD to shine a light on the fast-changing technology used in music-streaming platforms, online retail for concert tickets and music-related content on social media. Find out more ➡️ ow.ly/4Pfh50ZBVzV #LoveQUBResearch

Image shows a black and white photo of a set of headphones and a mobile phone. Underneath is a photo of Dr Katherine Pittalis with text that reads:
“It might sound apocalyptic, but the truth is the bots are running amok – UK legislation has fallen way behind. It’s not anticipating future trends; it’s reacting to what’s already happened.
“It needs to be future-proofed which includes more oversight into how social media and other online platforms control breaches and uphold user safety from bots. The industry needs to take this seriously before it’s too late.”
Dr Katherine Pittalis

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Working with researchers across the UK to analyse data from 2.2 million pregnancies, our experts have been investigating risk factors for complications in pregnancy to help improve clinical care. Find out more here: ow.ly/LBy150ZBrhq #LoveQUB | #LoveQUBResearch

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Study of 2.2 million pregnancies across the UK highlights risk factors for complications.

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

Cats have come a long way from the days when they were primarily valued for controlling rodents. But are cats getting tamer, or is it us humans who are changing? Our expert Dr Grace Carroll, lecturer in #AnimalBehaviour and Welfare, joins @theconversation.com to explain more. #LoveQUB

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Are cats getting tamer – or is it people who are changing?

It’s not just you – many people have been getting more intense about their pet cat over the decades.

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Huge congratulations to everyone receiving their exam results today! Whether today brings celebration, reflection or a mixture of both, we're on hand to help. Our Clearing Hotline is open and our experts are ready to help with any of your results day questions. #LoveQUB #ResultsDay #Clearing 1/2

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Conor Graham @geoconor.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Video of Solar #Eclipse between the clouds. QUB #Belfast 13/8/26. @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social

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Conor Graham @geoconor.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

The clouds out in force unfortunately this evening but it was great fun on the lawn @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social for the #eclipse I managed some pics and video between the gaps!

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QUBstaff @qubstaff.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

🌿 We’re delighted that @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social has received the Green Flag and Heritage Award for the eighth consecutive year, recognising our continued commitment to creating welcoming, sustainable and high-quality green spaces. 💚 🔗 Read more: go.qub.ac.uk/QSkbc #LoveQUBstaff #LoveQUB

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

The Northern Ireland Cancer Registry (NICR) has released the latest official statistics on cancer diagnosed in Northern Ireland during 1993 to 2023. You can find out more here ➡️ ow.ly/43MM50Zyy7P #LoveQUBResearch #CancerResearch

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The latest cancer incidence and survival statistics for Northern Ireland.

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

We're celebrating another outstanding year of national recognition for educational excellence in the @advancehe.bsky.social 2026 National Teaching Fellowship Scheme and Collaborative Award for Teaching Excellence. Read more about our winners here ➡️ ow.ly/i2VV50ZxHNE Congratulations, everyone!

Image shows Queen's staff celebrating award success with the University's President and Vice Chancellor, Professor Sir Ian Greer, and Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Education and Students, Professor Judy Williams. they are pictured at the front of the Lanyon Building

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

"There is little doubt that Trump has been able to profit from his position. But how does his financial gain as president stack up with some of his recent predecessors?" Our lecturer in US Cultural & Social History, Benjamin Quail, joins @theconversation.com to tell us more ➡️ ow.ly/agb450Zx27t

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Donald Trump has made US$2.2 billion in his second term. How does that stack up against other US presidents?

The 47th US president and his family have benefited more financially from the presidency than any of his predecessors.

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 07/08/2026

Could sheep wool be the key to making seaweed farming plastic-free? Traditionally used plastic ropes contribute to ongoing environmental issues. But a team of our engineering experts are working on a solution by growing kelp on sheep wool. Learn more ➡️ ow.ly/B8l850Zx5Yz #LoveQUB #LoveQUBResearch

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How sheep wool could be key to eliminating plastic from seaweed farming.

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Here's something to chew on! Our experts are part of new research that shows shoppers would pay more for their weekly food shop if it meant improved welfare for farm animals. Find out more about the study here: ow.ly/PRHc50Zw2s9

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

We are on a mission to improve the lives of those negatively impacted by rare diseases. We were delighted to welcome Mike Farrar, Permanent Secretary of the Department of Health in NI, to the Centre for Public Health to see first-hand the life-saving rare disease work being carried out by experts.

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Queen’s University showcases life-changing rare disease research during health chief visit

Mike Farrar, Permanent Secretary of the Department of Health in Northern Ireland, visited the Centre for Public Health at Queen’s to see first-hand the life-saving rare disease work carried out by Que...

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QUBstaff @qubstaff.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann is in full swing in Belfast! As part of the celebrations @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social is programming events from screenings to archive installations and exhibitions. Do come along! ℹ️ www.qub.ac.uk/events/fleadh/ #LoveQUBstaff #FleadhBelfast @irishinbritain.bsky.social

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Exciting news! We've joined ELIXIR-UK the UK Node of ELIXIR, the European research infrastructure for life science data. Want to find out more? Click here to read all about it ➡️ ow.ly/aAOp50ZuArb

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Our experts are on a mission to understand chemotherapy resistance. This research could pave the way for more effective and personalised treatments for colorectal cancer and ultimately improving survival outcomes for patients. Want to learn more? Click here: ow.ly/76AT50ZtLkP

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 25/07/2026

Our experts are uncovering clues to the longstanding mystery of viral meningitis in young babies. Their findings could change how doctors understand and care for young babies with suspected viral meningitis. Click here to find out more: ow.ly/J1au50Zsc7I

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Congratulations to the Class of 2026! Our iconic Pet Graduation returned last night, once again celebrating our graduates' most trusted study buddies. Click here to find out more: ow.ly/Cmr250ZrReu

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Our experts are on a mission to uncover the mysteries of the Sun. The international team collaborated on the Sunrise III Mission, designed to observe the Sun from a completely new view. Want to find out more? Click here: ow.ly/Wa0n50ZrnkS

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Breakthrough: 3D Printed Battery Our experts are solving real-world problems by developing an innovative 3D-printed battery, which they say could help make a big impact on the road to net zero. Want to find out more? Click here: ow.ly/YzR550Zq4rB

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

The sun is still shining and the blooms are still blooming on campus. Thanks to Judith Paxton for sharing this beautiful shot of the Lanyon. If you have a photo of summer on campus, we'd love to see it. Simply pop it into the comments for your chance to feature. #LoveQUB

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Here's some news that's out of this world - we've helped discover a rare new planet! Our scientists from the School of Mathematics and Physics led an international team in the discovery of NGTS-38 b, an exoplanet larger than Jupiter that orbits a distant star beyond our solar system every 180 days.

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Scientists discover rare

Scientists from Queen’s University Belfast have led an international team to the discovery of a rare new planet, which is larger than Jupiter and orbits a distant star every 180 days.

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Did you know that poor mental health is now one of the leading reasons why people leave the workforce? Our experts have joined a major, government-funded project to help tackle the problem by promoting healthier work environments and more sustainable work practices across the UK.

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Queen’s joins UK project to tackle absenteeism and poor wellbeing at work

Queen’s University Belfast is to partner on a major, government-funded project to promote healthier work environments and more sustainable work practices across the UK.

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Royal Irish Academy @ria.ie · 07/07/2026

Welcome to our newly elected member Crawford Gribben, professor of history at @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social Learn more about Admittance Day 2026 and read the citation for Professor Gribben: www.ria.ie/2026/05/22/2...

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Royal Irish Academy @ria.ie · 10/07/2026

We are honoured to welcome our new member, Avila Kilmurray, honorary professor of practice in @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social Learn more about Admittance Day 2026 and read the citation for Professor Kilmurray: www.ria.ie/2026/05/22/2...

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Royal Irish Academy @ria.ie · 11/07/2026

Welcome to our newly elected member @debbielisle.bsky.social , professor of international relations at @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social Learn more about Admittance Day 2026 and read the citation for Professor Debbie Lisle: www.ria.ie/2026/05/22/2...

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Royal Irish Academy @ria.ie · 12/07/2026

Congratulations to our new member Muiris MacCarthaigh who is professor of politics and public policy at @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social Learn more about Admittance Day 2026 and read the citation for Professor MacCarthaigh: www.ria.ie/2026/05/22/2...

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Royal Irish Academy @ria.ie · 14/07/2026

We warmly welcome our newly elected member Meave McCusker, professor of French and Caribbean studies at @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social Learn more about Admittance Day 2026 and read the citation for Professor McCusker: www.ria.ie/2026/05/22/2...

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Our dental students have been bringing a smile to this year's Special Olympics Ireland Summer Games. The students joined oral health professionals from across Ireland to help deliver the Special Smiles Programme, providing oral health screenings and tailored oral health advice to athletes.

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Queen's dental students help deliver oral health care at Special Olympics Ireland Games

Fourth-year dental students from Queen's University joined oral health professionals from across Ireland to help deliver the Special Smiles Programme at the 2026 Special Olympics Ireland Games.

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Queen's University Belfast @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Could flow batteries be the key to accelerating a transition to green energy? Joshua James Bailey and Hugh O'Connor from QUB join The Conversation UK explore what flow batteries could mean for the transition to green energy. Find out more ➡️ ow.ly/gcUC50Zl5kG

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Flow batteries that store energy in liquid could accelerate the green transition

Unlike lithium-ion batteries, flow batteries can’t catch fire (as they are mostly water) and are extremely durable.

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QUBstaff @qubstaff.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

"The work that we do and the partnerships that we're able to bring together at Queen's does really, not just change lives, but saves lives." – Dr Gillian Shorter @qubpsych.bsky.social @qubelfastofficial.bsky.social. 👉 Read Gillian's staff profile: go.qub.ac.uk/gshortervidbluesky #LoveQUBstaff

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