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uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social @uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
“Chronic pain takes away the most fundamental and important parts of life including time spent with family and friends, the ability to study, travel and work as well as the profound impact for some people on their mental health,” -Prof Brian McGuire, @uniofgalway.bsky.social
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Caroline O'Doherty @codohertynews.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
"An oasis in the deep sea" Heartening coral restoration project co-led by team from @uniofgalway.bsky.social - although it's sad we let it get to this state in the first place www.irishtimes.com/environment/...
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Irish scientists lay 3D-printed reefs in pioneering bid to restore deep-sea coral
Artificial reef project aims to speed up recovery process after decades of damage by commercial fishing ships
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John Breslin @cloud.eurosky.social · 21/09/2026
Employer discussion panel at Tech Futures West with representatives from Datavant, Medtronic, Fidelity and Genesys. Taking place on campus 30th September. Open to students and staff of the @uniofgalway.bsky.social. Thanks @galwaycareers.bsky.social
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uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social @uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Missionary history and Africa: Dr Fiona Bateman's research (@uniofgalway.bsky.social) on Irish foreign missions and historical representations of Africa was referenced in a feature in the @irishtimes.com examining the legacy of Irish missionary work in Africa. 🔗: www.irishtimes.com/world/africa...
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The last Irish nuns in Africa: ‘There was no question of going home’
Missionaries occupied a unique place in Ireland’s national imagination. For young Irish women, religious life offered something rare: independence, education and travel
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 20/09/2026
"As Chair of University of Galway, I write in the Business Post along with my fellow Chairs of Ireland's leading universities.Our universities have shown they can grow, innovate & change. Give us the tools, in Budget 27 & beyond, & we will do our job." Read more: www.businesspost.ie
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uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social @uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
New research from @uniofgalway.bsky.social, Longford Women's Link and @teagasc.bsky.social has identified nine policy priorities to better support women-led innovation in Irish farming and rural areas. 🔗: lnkd.in/dZTRKZXu
Niamh Nolan, Roscommon Integrated Development Company, Tara Farrell, Longford Women's Link, Professor Maura Farrell, University of Galway, and Ursula Kelly, Cormac Tagging. Back Row: Pamela Latimer, Longford Women’s Link, Louise Weir, University of Galway, Blátnaid Gallagher, Galway Wool, MEP Maria Walsh, Teresa Roche, Kylemore Farmhouse Cheese, Dr Aisling Murtagh, University of Galway, and Anne Kinsella, Teagasc. Credit – Aengus McMahon.
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uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social @uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social · 02/09/2026
University of Galway and Atlantic Technological University (ATU) have joined forces to revive Rural Voices – a nationwide seminar series bringing together research, policy and practice to explore the issues shaping rural and regional development. 🔗: www.universityofgalway.ie/about-us/new...
Dr Shane Conway, Research Coordinator at Atlantic Technological University, Dr Orla Flynn, President of Atlantic Technological University, Professor David Burns, President of University of Galway, and Professor Maura Farrell of the School of Geography, Archaeology and Irish Studies at University of Galway. Credit - Aengus McMahon.
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uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social @uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social · 01/09/2026
Tá triúr léachtóiri nua ceaptha i Roinn na Gaeilge le gairid, rud a chuireann go mór le réimse na scoláireachta Gaeilge san ollscoil. Cuir aithne ar na léachtóirí san fhíseán seo agus faigh amach faoin taighde atá ar bun acu. 🔗: www.universityofgalway.ie/about-us/new...
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
We are delighted to announce that Professor Becky Whay has been appointed Deputy President and Registrar at University of Galway.
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
To mark the achievement of #1 University in Ireland for Sustainability, we have launched our ambitious new Sustainability Strategy 2026-2030. Read here:  www.universityofgalway.ie/sustainability/strategy #Sustainability #THEimpactRankings #SDGs #UniversityOfGalway #GlobalImpact #SustainableFuture
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
We are proud to announce that we have retained our place as No.1 University in Ireland for sustainability and top 100 in the world for the fifth year in a row by the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2026 🌍🪴🙌
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Register at the link 👇
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Health Promotion at University of Galway @galwayhprc.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
⏰ 📣📢 Only 4 days to go until the 30th Health Promotion Conference! @universityofgalway.bsky.social We look forward to thought-provoking discussions, new partnerships, and insights from innovative research and practice from Ireland and around the world. #HPRC2026 #HealthEquity #HealthPromotion
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uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social @uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
PDAs: Dr Siobhan O'Higgins, School of Psychology, @uniofgalway.bsky.social, joined @newstalkfm.bsky.social's Sean Moncrieff to discuss public displays of affection and whether there is a point at which they become excessive. 🔗: www.newstalk.com/podcasts/hig...
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How much is too much when it comes to PDA? | Newstalk
Is there such a thing as too much PDA? While there is no definitive answer, there are moments whe...
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uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social @uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social · 20/05/2026
Westlife, the Irish economy and liberalisation - Patrick Collins, Associate Professor in Geography at @uniofgalway.bsky.social writes for @uk.theconversation.com
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vwtireland.bsky.social @vwtireland.bsky.social · 21/05/2026
Become a citizen scientist and help map red and grey squirrels and pine martens across Ireland. Submit your sighting to the All-Ireland Squirrel and Pine Marten Survey: ROI: tinyurl.com/276jjna2 NI: tinyurl.com/2s4c2cc6 #NVWIreland Led by @uniofgalway.bsky.social @ulsterwildlife.bsky.social VWT
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Medical Protection @medicalprotection.bsky.social · 23/05/2026
🇮🇪 New research from the @uniofgalway.bsky.social - supported by our research arm The MPS Foundation - sheds light on the challenges women doctors in Ireland face when balancing motherhood and their careers. medicalprotection.org/ireland/abou...
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uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social @uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social · 26/05/2026
Dr Brendan Flynn, School of Political Science and Sociology, @uniofgalway.bsky.social, joined Richard Curran on @rteradio1.bsky.social to discuss how conflict in the Middle East is impacting life at sea, with speculation of some 800 ships trapped in the Gulf. 🔗: www.rte.ie/radio/radio1...
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The Ships and Sailors Stranded at Sea
Professor Brendan Flynn of the University of Galway joins Richard to discuss how the ongoing conflict in the Middle East is impacting life at sea, with some speculating that there are 800 ships trappe...
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
Listen back to university archivist, Dr. Barry Houlihan, on Sunday Miscellany, with a beautiful piece on the imaginative world of John McGahern. John McGahern’s literary archive is based at University of Galway. www.rte.ie/radio/radio1/clips/22602…
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McGahern Country, by Barry Houlihan
An archivist is transported into the imaginative world of John McGahern
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
We’re pleased to share that Anna Towel, a student of University of Galway, has been awarded 2nd prize in Category A (16–18 year olds) at the 72nd Texaco Children’s Art Competition for her piece “Sightseeing.”. 👏 Read more here 👉 ow.ly/uOnb50YNRRY
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Self-portraits and colourful palettes a hit at Texaco Children’s Art Competition ceremony
It was second time lucky for a 16-year-old Dublin student when her self-portrait took the top prize of €1,500 in the Texaco Art Competition today.
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
We’re pleased to see our latest research featured by Medical Xpress. 🌟 The study explores a potential new therapeutic strategy for Alzheimer's disease. Read more here: ow.ly/sNXc50YNRIQ
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 21/04/2026
Researchers have found a therapeutic strategy which makes the brain work more efficiently to learn and recall memories may in fact help to target compromised brain activity in Alzheimer’s disease. Published in Neuropharmacology 👉 www.sciencedirect.com/science/artic…
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The β-amyloid-induced increased tonic conductance, impaired long-term potentiation and cognitive deficits characteristic of Alzheimer's disease are reversed by an α5 inverse agonist of the GABA type A receptor
Alzheimer's disease is a chronic, progressive neurodegenerative disorder characterized by cognitive impairment, which may arise from disruptions in th…
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 20/04/2026
Today, Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton T.D. officially launched a research report showcasing the success of CodePlus, a computing education outreach programme for girls. Find out more about key points from the CodePlus report, here www.codeplusireland.ie
left to right: Dr Clare McInerney, Lero and University of Limerick, Professor Cornelia Connolly - Cornelia Ní Chonghaile, University of Galway, Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton, T.D. and Professor Brendan Tangney, Trinity College Dublin. They are standing outside on a roof on a sunny day, holding copies of the CodePlus report.
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uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social @uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
Applications are now open for the College of Arts, Social Sciences & Celtic Studies Visiting Fellowship Scheme. 📅 Deadline for Applications is Friday May 1st 2026. 📎 Visit www.universityofgalway.ie/colleges-and... for more information and to apply.
University of Galway branded graphic to support the Visiting Fellowships Scheme 2026. Graphic features image of group of students talking together on the University campus
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
University of Galway, with RCSI, has secured nearly €2 million in Government funding to launch MeDiNet. This new centre will boost Ireland’s global medtech leadership and accelerate life-changing healthcare innovation. Read more 👉 ow.ly/CMo650YIQNP
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
A new international study led by University of Galway suggests that having higher levels of vitamin D in middle age is associated with lower levels of tau protein in the brain, which is a sign of dementia, years later.
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 20/03/2026
Professor Jurgita Ovadnevaite recently spoke to The Guardian about a University of Galway-led study, which found that burning “low-smoke” fuels releases ultrafine particles that may be more harmful to human health. @ryaninstitute.bsky.social www.theguardian.com/environment/...
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‘Smokeless’ fuels produce more ultrafine particles that get embedded in lungs, study shows
The tiny size of the particles means they can become deposited deep in people’s lungs, causing a health risk
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 18/03/2026
Congratulations to Daniel Carey on his appointment as President of the Royal Irish Academy 🙌
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The Conversation UK @uk.theconversation.com · 16/03/2026
Every March, St Patrick is celebrated with shamrocks, parades and, of course, pints of Guinness. But did you know there might actually have been two Saint Patricks? tcnv.link/VOHmqQN
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The Conversation UK @uk.theconversation.com · 16/03/2026
According to one tradition, both men knew one another closely and were each involved in promulgating Christianity in Ireland.
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Saint Patrick’s Day and the mystery of the second Patrick
According to one tradition, both men knew one another closely and were each involved in promulgating Christianity in Ireland.
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Pilar Luz Rodrigues, PhD @pilarluzrodrigues.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
EDI Event “Rethinking Inclusion: EDI In a Time of Uncertainty” @uniofgalway.bsky.social 🗓️ 26 March ⏰ 1-3pm @sumingkhoo.bsky.social @sarahannebuckley.bsky.social @sociologyireland.bsky.social #EDI #equality #diversity #inclusion
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uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social @uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
"Saint Patrick’s story is well known. Not just because of the annual global phenomenon his feast day has become, but also thanks to a considerable body of original written evidence." - Dr Chris Doyle, @historyatgalway.bsky.social. 🔗: theconversation.com/saint-patric... via @uk.theconversation.com
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Saint Patrick’s Day and the mystery of the second Patrick
According to one tradition, both men knew one another closely and were each involved in promulgating Christianity in Ireland.
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Donncha O’Connell @donnchalaw.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Great turnout in @uniofgalwaylib.bsky.social tonight for the launch of former Librarian John Cox’s book on the strategic positioning of academic libraries - lovely speeches, great chats and a positive celebration of the work of a wonderful @uniofgalway.bsky.social colleague.
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uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social @uniofgalwaycasscs.bsky.social · 16/03/2026
Dr Brendan Flynn, School of Political Science and Sociology, @uniofgalway.bsky.social discusses the impact on global shipping and maritime trade of the de facto closure of the Straits of Hormuz on Radio 1’s The Business @42.22. 🔗: www.rte.ie/radio/radio1... via @rteradio1.bsky.social
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The Business Saturday 7 March 2026
A weekly look at the world of business and personal finance with Richard Curran
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UNESCO Child and Family Research Centre @unesco-cfrc.bsky.social · 04/02/2026
📣Speaker Announcement | Raphael Denis Shifting Power: New Frontiers in Youth Participation| UCFRC Conference| Jun 11 -12 @uniofgalway.bsky.social 🔗For regular updates and registration visit 👉https://lnkd.in/dajm7BNr #newfrontiersyouthparticipation
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
We are delighted to welcome the award of @gov.ie Government funding to progress the development of a new School of Medicine Building and support the expansion of healthcare education.
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Research Ireland @researchireland.ie · 24/02/2026
The new ARC Hub for HealthTech was officially launched today at @uniofgalway.bsky.social. The Hub will drive the development of solutions to improve chronic disease management. Read more: www.researchireland.ie/news/arc-hub... #EUInMyRegion @atu-ie.bsky.social @rcsi.bsky.social
 Diarmuid O’Brien, CEO of Research Ireland; Dr Paddy Austin, Assistant Director for ERDF, Northern and Western Regional Assembly; Professor Garry Duffy, Director of ARC Hub for HealthTech, University of Galway and RCSI; Professor David Burn, President of University of Galway; Elena Panteva, Directorate General for Regional & Urban Policy, European Commission.
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Career Development Centre, University of Galway @galwaycareers.bsky.social · 25/02/2026
We are delighted to host a number of companies on campus next week during Engineering week. Including Medtronic, Dexcom, Genesys, Fidelity, Wood Plc, Neodyne, Stantec, CVS and Penn Engineering. Events open to @uniofgalway.bsky.social students of any discipline and any year. Register on Connect.
updated leaflet showing events happening next week. Engineering Week.
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CÚRAM Research Ireland Centre for Medical Devices @curamdevices.bsky.social · 20/02/2026
An international team of scientists from CÚRAM @researchireland.ie Centre @universityofgalway.bsky.social, @mayoclinic.org & Queen Mary University of London detail findings of new technique to repair & restore function to injury-ravaged nerve tissue in Cell Biomaterials. See tinyurl.com/325k4xhv
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Research Ireland @researchireland.ie · 19/02/2026
Featured in @irishtimes.com today is the @uniofgalway.bsky.social based StopFloods team, who are developing an AI powered flood forecasting and decision-support system. See how the StopFloods project is driving innovation in flood management: www.irishtimes.com/sponsored/20...
StopFloods lead Indiana Olbert and co-lead Tom McDermott.
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 01/02/2026
In an article for The Conversation, Kelly Fincham explains why believing misinformation is often not just a content problem but an emotional and structural one. Read here: theconversation.com/why-people-beli…
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Why people believe misinformation even when they’re told the facts
Misinformation is not just a content problem, but an emotional and structural one.
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 31/01/2026
Listen back to the 'Will It Stay Fine' podcast where Professor Eugene Farrell explains the significance of the Maharees Conservation Association's work. Listen to Episode 4 here: ow.ly/whJG50Y5Wkx
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
Congratulations to two researchers at University of Galway who have secured prestigious funding support through the European Research Council (ERC) to progress projects on next-generation 3D printing and hydrogel pain relief therapy. 🙌 @erc.europa.eu @researchireland.ie
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 12/01/2026
It is with great pride that we announce our new Library is to be named in memory of Dr Karen Guinee, a medicine graduate of University of Galway, who died in 2006. She is remembered as a gifted and compassionate alumna who completed her education and training as a doctor with distinction.
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 08/01/2026
University of Galway is proud to be part of this research collaboration with @maynoothuniversity.ie and the National Suicide Research Foundation.🧠
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UNESCO Child and Family Research Centre @unesco-cfrc.bsky.social · 07/01/2026
Shifting Power: New Frontiers in Youth Participation, UCFRC Conference Jun 11 -12 @uniofgalway.bsky.social 📣 Call for Abstracts | Submission Deadline: Mar 6,(5pm) Submit your abstract 👉 universityofgalwayunesco.clr.events/event/139308... Follow the conversation at #newfrontiersyouthparticipation
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 01/01/2026
Happy New Year to everyone, from University of Galway. ⭐ Guímid bliain úr mhaith agus athbhliain faoi mhaise oraibh go léir. Here's to a year filled with joy, success and memorable moments. ✨ #HappyNewYear #NewYear #UniversityofGalway
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 29/12/2025
An international research team from University of Galway is reshaping sex and gender in medical research with 13 actionable recommendations. Read more 👉 ow.ly/qym950XNcVI CÚRAM Research Ireland Centre for Medical Devices Research Ireland FutureNeuro Centre
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 28/12/2025
Scientists at CÚRAM have developed an approach to grow cerebral organoids with a longer lifespan by using a soft hydrogel and introducing blood-vessel-forming cells. This allows researchers to explore brain function and diseases in the lab www.universityofgalway.ie/about-us/…
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University of Galway @uniofgalway.bsky.social · 25/12/2025
Beannachtaí na Nollag oraibh ar fad. 🎅❤️✨ Wishing all our students and staff a very Merry Christmas, from all the team at University of Galway. 🙌❄️ #MerryChristmas #NollaigShona #UniversityofGalway
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