Celebrating the bicentenary of John Tyndall, one of Ireland’s most influential scientists
Carlow man reached the pinnacle of 19th century science but full recognition eluded him
The Cork woman who inspired radicalism from Ireland to Russia
The Irish woman wrote one of the most popular and influential novels of the 20th century selling millions of copies worldwide
Why does Ireland not have a National Museum of Science?
A museum would put this country’s contribution to global developments in context
Call for greater recognition of George Stokes’s contribution to science
‘Powerful and unerring’ mathematician born in Skreen, Co Sligo, 200 years ago
Could Sherlock Holmes’s true nemesis have been a mathematician?
That’s Maths: New book suggests Arthur Conan Doyle based Moriarty on George Boole
When government is the biggest funder of scientific endeavour
The formula for optimum distribution of funding between basic and applied research is not being applied at present
Robert Murphy – ‘had a true genius for mathematical invention’
That’s Maths: He had become an accomplished mathematician by the age of 13
How investing money can spur our creativity
The pursuit of delivering something new, better, faster or unique is built into us
What’s your county’s claim to fame?
A cure for leprosy? The Connemarathon? The home of Botox, or Viagra? Birthplace of the MGM lion? Whatever its claim to fame, know your county’s bragging rights
'Innovation is in our DNA'
Three key industry figures explain how their passion for science and technology shaped their careers
Artist’s view of Shannon flooding
Book published in 1880 by Henry Trench with lithographic views of watercolours by an unknown Victorian artist
Auctions of rare Irish books, manuscripts and maps
Three auctions offer huge selection for collectors and special Christmas gifts
IT executive urges girls to study science and technology
Intel boss makes comments on eve of being honoured by University College Cork
Pioneering Irish men and women who made scientific breakthroughs
Ireland is known for its creative works but it has also produced great scientists throughout history
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