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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 18/03/2026

Industry can’t have energy efficiency without water efficiency ⚡💧 At the DCU Water Institute, Dr Lorna Fitzsimons is researching the water-energy nexus, helping industry improve resource use, lower emissions, and build more sustainable systems. 🌍 👉 Read: www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #WaterResearch

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Powering Sustainability: How Dr Lorna Fitzsimons Connects Water, Energy, and Industry | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

New Researcher Spotlight from the DCU Water Institute.💧🔬 Dr Nigel Kent is developing smart sensing technologies for real-time water monitoring, helping detect environmental change earlier and support smarter water management. 👉Read the full story: www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #DCU #RESTARTproject

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Real-Time Water Intelligence: How Dr Nigel Kent is Transforming Environmental Monitoring | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 02/03/2026

Water and energy are connected more than we think. Dr Greg McNamara’s research at Dublin City University explores how smarter systems can reduce environmental impact and support sustainable water use. 👉Read more: www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #Water #Sustainability #Research #DCUWaterInstitute #DCU

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Rethinking Water and Energy: How Dr Greg McNamara Designs Sustainable Systems for a Changing World | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

💧 Water is at the centre of today’s biggest challenges. Dr Jimmy O’Keeffe’s research at the DCU Water Institute shows how managing water better can support climate resilience, biodiversity, and communities. Read more 👉 www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #WaterResearch #ClimateAction #DCU #Sustainability

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Water at the Centre: How Dr Jimmy O’Keeffe Connects Climate, Communities and Resilience | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 23/02/2026

🐌 Nature as a Sensor In our latest spotlight, Dr Thomas McCloughlin @dublincityuni.bsky.social explores how aquatic organisms act as early warning signals for pollution. Research, community action, and education coming together 🌍 Read more👇 www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #DCU #DCUWater #EPA

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Nature as a Sensor: How Dr Thomas McCloughlin Tracks Pollution in Ireland’s Water Systems | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 19/02/2026

🌊 Urban Citizen’s 6.3.2 continues A new phase of this DCU Water Institute project builds on community-led monitoring of Dublin’s waterways, supporting better data, local action, and sustainable water management. Read more: www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #CitizenScience #WaterQuality #Sustainability

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Urban Citizen’s 6.3.2: Expanding Citizen Science for Urban Water Monitoring in Dublin | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 16/02/2026

How do we detect what we can’t see in our water? 💧 Dr Linda Holland’s research on biological indicators and rapid sensing technologies is advancing water safety and protecting public health in Ireland.🧪 Read more: 👉 www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #DCUWaterInstitute #ResearchIreland #ReseachImpact

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Real-Time Water Safety: Dr Linda Holland’s Microbial Innovations for Public Health | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 10/02/2026

Urban stormwater carries hidden pollutants like PAHs and microplastics. New research from DCU Water Institute explores smartphone-based sensors that make water monitoring faster and more accessible 💧 Full article: www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #WaterQuality #CitizenScience #UrbanWater #DCUResearch

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Smartphone sensors: The future of urban water quality monitoring | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 31/01/2026

Our first INVEST pFASST project newsletter is now live 📄 This issue shares insights from our PFAS stakeholder workshop, emerging PFAS risks, and what’s next for the project. 👉 Read more: www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #PFAS #EnvironmentalHealth #Research #EPA #INVESTpFASST #DCU

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INVEST pFASST: Project Newsletter Issue 1 - PFAS Research and Policy Insights from Ireland | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 26/01/2026

New UNESCO-supported documentary on water and human health is now live. The film features DCU research through PhD scholar Asma Yaqoob, highlighting urban flooding and waterborne health risks in Karachi as part of a global collaboration. 🎥 Watch here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=c0wg... #WaterResearch

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 17/12/2025

💧 Discover the DCU Water Institute Water Walk. An immersive, audio-guided StoryMap launched as part of our 10th Anniversary celebrations, connecting water research and heritage across Glasnevin, St Patrick’s & All Hallows. 👉 Explore here: www.dcu.ie/water/water-... #DCUWaterWalk #WaterResearch

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

🎉 The DCU Water Institute celebrates 10 years of discovery, innovation and impact. A week of reflection, dialogue and collaboration marked a decade of interdisciplinary water research and the beginning of an exciting next chapter. Read more: www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #DCUWater10 #WaterResearch

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Celebrating 10 Years of Discovery, Innovation and Impact at the DCU Water Institute | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 12/12/2025

🌟As we wrap up our 10th Anniversary celebrations, we’re proud to feature Prof Fiona Regan, the founding Director who built the DCU Water Institute from vision to impact. Read Fiona’s full reflection on 10 years of discovery and innovation: www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #DCUWaterInstitute10Years

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Spotlight on Leadership: Prof Fiona Regan Reflects on 10 Years of the DCU Water Institute | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 11/12/2025

🌟Today we celebrated 10 Years of Discovery, Innovation and Impact at the DCU Water Institute. Thank you to everyone who joined us and contributed to a meaningful and inspiring anniversary event.👏 #DCUWaterInstitute10Years #AnniversaryCelebration #DCU

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

New 10th Anniversary Spotlight! 🌊 Dr Eilish McLoughlin is leading STEM education research that connects physics teaching to water stewardship and sustainability. Read more: www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #DCUWaterInstitute #STEMEducation #WaterStewardship #Innovation

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STEM Education for a Sustainable Future: The Research Impact of Dr Eilish McLoughlin | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 10/12/2025

🔎 New from DCU Water Institute: a spotlight on Dr Danny Marks, whose work explores climate adaptation, water risks and vulnerable communities in Southeast Asia. Read the spotlight here: www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #DCUWaterInstitute #WaterResearch #ClimateJustice #GlobalWater #10YearsofImpact #DCU

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Climate Justice and Water Resilience: The Research Impact of Dr Danny Marks | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

Proud to share that two DCU Water Institute teams have received Prize Phase funding in the National Challenge Fund. Well done to Dr David O’Connor, Dr Ciprian Briciu-Burghina and Dr Fiona Regan for leading innovative projects in environmental and water research. Full story: 🔗 lnkd.in/dDe-BV-6

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 09/12/2025

Our latest Researcher Spotlight features Dr Jenny Lawler, (DCU School of Biotechnology), whose work on next-generation filtration technologies is helping tackle microplastics and emerging pollutants in water. Read more: 🔗 www.dcu.ie/water/news/2...

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Cleaner Water, Safer Communities: The Environmental Innovations of Dr Jenny Lawler | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

Nominations for the Water Warrior Award are now closed. Thank you to everyone who participated in the nomination submissions. Your support shows the strength of our community. 🌟Winner announced on 11 December. #WaterWarrior2025 #DCUWaterInstitute10Years #Innovation

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 08/12/2025

🌊 New Researcher Spotlight: Dr Yan Delauré As the DCU Water Institute marks 10 years, we are celebrating researchers making real global impact. Yan’s work on offshore renewable energy and marine biofouling is helping shape the future of sustainable ocean technology. Read more: lnkd.in/d82iNGvz

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

Spotlighting Dr Susan Hegarty, Associate Professor of Geography at DCU. Her research explores how water moves, how it shapes our landscapes, and how communities help protect local freshwater ecosystems. A great example of research creating real-world impact. Read her full story: lnkd.in/dHUDzFAe

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 07/12/2025

Our 10th Anniversary Researcher Spotlight series continues with Dr Goran Dominioni, whose work on climate policy and maritime decarbonisation is helping shape global standards for a more sustainable future. 👉Read his spotlight: lnkd.in/dXpi2P2W #DCUWaterInstitute10Years #ClimatePolicy

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

As part of our 10th anniversary series, we’re highlighting researchers making real-world impact. Dr Marcos Dias is using digital media to help communities make safer choices around bathing waters. Full spotlight: www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #DCUWaterInstitute10Years #RESTARTProject #DCU

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Bridging Digital Innovation and Water Wellbeing: Spotlight on Dr Marcos Dias | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

We are celebrating Day 2 of our 10th Anniversary by sharing a look back at the achievements and partnerships that shaped the DCU Water Institute’s first decade. 👉Read the full story here: www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #DCUWaterInstitute10Years #WaterResearch #DCU #Impact

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DCU Water Institute Celebrates a Decade of Discovery, Innovation and Impact | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

We launched Day 1 of the DCU Water Institute’s 10th Anniversary Week with an audiovisual Water Walk created by Dr. Jenny Lawler. Even with winter rain, the session marked a strong and meaningful start to the celebrations. Full story: 👉 lnkd.in/dSdFzM9V #DCUWaterInstitute10Years #WaterWalk #DCU

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 05/12/2025

💧 Final Reminder: The DCU Water Institute Water Walk starts at 12:45pm today! 📍 The Hub, DCU Glasnevin 🎧 Bring headphones + a charged phone 👉 Register: forms.gle/Y2zWai6Usb57... Learn more-https://lnkd.in/dbmy2ypx #DCUWaterWalk #DCUWaterInstitute10Years #DCU

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

🌊 Day 10 of our countdown. Tomorrow our anniversary celebrations begin as we mark 10 Years of Discovery, Innovation and Impact at the DCU Water Institute. Join us for the events from 5 to 12 December. #DCUWaterInstitute10Years #WaterResearch #ResearchImpact #Innovation #Sustainability #DCU

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

A great start to our 10th Anniversary Week at the DCU Water Institute! Our colleagues Dr Caroline Murphy and Dr Paul Leonard were featured on RTÉ’s 10 Things to Know About…, sharing their important work on invasive species, algal blooms and rapid toxin testing. Read more: www.dcu.ie/water/news/2...

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DCU Researchers Featured on RTÉ’s 10 Things to Know About… | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 04/12/2025

⏰ Update: The DCU Water Institute Water Walk on 5 Dec will now start at 12:45pm (not 2pm) . 📍 The Hub, DCU Glasnevin 🔗 Register: forms.gle/4Dxr472X1pGB... Thank you - we look forward to seeing you as we launch 10 years of discovery, innovation & impact! #DCUWaterWalk #DCUWater10Years #DCU

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DCU Water Institute Water Walk - Registration

Join us for an immersive Water Walk across DCU on 5th December at 12:45 PM, starting at The DCU Water Institute Hub. This is a self-guided audio tour, so please bring your own headphones. Feel free t...

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 03/12/2025

🌊 Day 9 of our countdown. Celebrating a decade of milestones at the DCU Water Institute - from research achievements to partnerships, training and community impact. #DCUWaterInstitute10Years #WaterResearch #Collaboration #Impact #Innovation #Milestones #Achievements #DCU

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

🌊 Day 8 of our countdown. Today we celebrate societal impact - from citizen science to policy support and public education. Our work aims to empower communities and shape national conversations on water. #DCUWaterInstitute10Years #WaterResearch #Sustainability #WorldImpact #DCU #Anniversary2025

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 02/12/2025

🚀 Join us for the DCU Water Walk as we mark 10 Years of Discovery, Innovation & Impact! An audio tour across Glasnevin, St Patrick’s & All Hallows. 📅 5 Dec, 2pm • 📍 The Water Hub 🎧 Bring headphones 👉 Register: forms.gle/SPotfaw9vxxn... #DCUWaterWalk #DCUWaterInstitute10years #WaterResearch #DCU

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 01/12/2025

🌊 Day 7 of our 10 day countdown. Students and early career researchers are at the heart of the DCU Water Institute. Their work in labs, rivers and coasts shapes the future of water science. #DCUWaterInstitute10Years #WaterResearch #FutureofWater #WaterScientists #DCU #NextGenWater

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 30/11/2025

🌊 Day 6 of our countdown. Today we highlight the collaborations and partnerships that drive our work. Together with industry, researchers and communities, we protect and understand our water resources. #DCUWaterInstitute10Years #WaterResearch #DCU #Collaborations #Partnerships #Anniversary2025

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 29/11/2025

🌊 Day 5 of our 10 day countdown. Innovation has defined the DCU Water Institute. From sensors to microfluidics to real time monitoring, our teams create technologies that protect our water resources. #DCUWaterInstitute10Years #Innovation #DCU #ResearchIreland #WaterResearch #Anniversary2025

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 28/11/2025

🌊 Day 4 of our countdown. Highlighting the questions that inspire our research: How do we detect pollution faster? How do microplastics move? How can communities monitor their own waterways? Curiosity drives our impact. #DCUWaterInstitute10Years #WaterResearch #DCUResearch #ResearchIreland #DCU

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

🌊 Day 3 of our countdown to 10 years. Highlighting the real world impact of the DCU Water Institute, from water quality sensors to community science and environmental monitoring. Here is to 10 years of meaningful impact. #DCUWaterInstitute10Years #RealWorldImpact #CitizenScience #DCU

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

🌊 Day 2 of our 10 year countdown. Celebrating the multidisciplinary work that makes the DCU Water Institute a leader in water research and innovation. Looking forward to celebrating 10 Years of Discovery, Innovation and Impact. #DCUWaterInstitute10Years #WaterResearch #Collaboration

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

🌊 Meet Suganya, a “Rapid Detective” with the RESTART Project at DCU Water Institute. She’s developing faster methods to detect E. coli in bathing waters-reducing wait times from 18 hours to under 1. Safer swimming, stronger public health. Full story👉 restart-sfi.ie/meet-the-sci... #ResearchIreland

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Meet the Scientist: Suganya – Speeding Up Water Safety Detection – RESTART

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

From mangroves to policy change, Thai coastal communities are innovating to fight erosion 🌊 Dr. Danny Marks’ research at DCU shows how local action can inspire global solutions. 👉Explore the study: www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #ClimateChange #CoastalResilience #WaterResearch #DCUWaterInstitute

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Helping Communities Address Coastal Erosion in Thailand: DCU Water Institute Research Offers a Global Blueprint | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 25/09/2025

We’re gearing up for #WaterBlitz2025 (Sept 26–28) 🌊💧 Last year, more than 100 Citizen Scientists collected water samples across Ireland, highlighting agriculture and wastewater as major pollution concerns. Read about the 2024 findings and what’s next: www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #PERMOTOX #DCUWater

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Citizen Scientists Driving Change: Insights from the 2024 Water Blitz and What’s Next in 2025 | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 23/09/2025

💧 We’re gathering final insights on Source Water Protection before our survey closes on 26 Sept, 2025. If you work in water management, policy, or research, your voice can help shape practical solutions for cleaner, safer drinking water. See the poster below 👇 to take part. #WaterQuality #intoDBP

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

Meet Karthika, our "Bacteria Whisperer"! 🔬 She's developing a new biosensor for the #RESTARTProject at the #DCUWaterInstitute to revolutionize water safety and protect public health. Read her full story: restart-sfi.ie/meet-the-sci... #WaterResearch #MeetTheScientist #ScienceCommunication

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Meet the Scientist: Karthika, The “Bacteria Whisperer” – RESTART

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

✨ Excited to be part of @DCU’s #CultureNight! Join us at the DCU Water Institute stall to explore the wonders of water-from tiny creatures like Daphnia to big ideas shaping our future.🌍💧 📅 Date: Friday, Sept 19th 📍 DCU St. Patrick’s Campus Come for curiosity, leave inspired!💡 #ScienceForEveryone

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 08/09/2025

🌊 Floods in Karachi impact women in ways often ignored by policy. DCU Water Institute PhD researcher Asma Yaqoob, supervised by Dr Danny Marks, highlights these hidden inequalities. 👉Read more: www.dcu.ie/water/news/2... #DCUWaterInstitute #FloodResilience #GenderAndClimate #KarachiFloods

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Uncovering Hidden Inequalities: Asma’s Research on Women and Floods in Karachi | water

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 06/09/2025

💧 We’re hiring! DCU Water Institute is seeking an 18-month Research Assistant to join the Water4All project EcoTwin. Focus: 🔹 Water resource management 🔹 Stakeholder engagement 🔹 Advancing sustainable solutions 📌 Apply: my.corehr.com/pls/dcurecru... 🗓️ Closing date: 10 Sept 2025 #DCU #EcoTwin

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dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social @dcuwaterinstitute.bsky.social · 04/09/2025

💧 Most Irish water users are unaware of bathing water monitoring. Our survey shows gaps in awareness and real health impacts. Change is needed. 🔹 88% swim year-round 🔹 62% unaware of Beaches.ie 🔹 23% had health issues Read more: restart-sfi.ie/survey-finds... #RESTARTProject #DCUWater #EPAIreland

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Survey Finds Most Irish Water Users Unaware of Bathing Water Monitoring – RESTART

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