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Rachel Foster

Europe among regions most impacted by climate change

January 24, 2023 By Rachel Foster

Europe among regions most impacted by climate change

New data from the European Union’s climate monitoring service Copernicus has found that Europe was among the regions impacted most by climate change in 2022. 2022 was found to be the fifth warmest year globally, with the scientists of Copernicus stating that the world was experiencing a continuation of a pattern of global warming that has transformed itself into the new … [Read more...] about Europe among regions most impacted by climate change

University study shows the impact of genetics on obesity

January 24, 2023 By Rachel Foster

A new study researching the potential effect of genetics on the response to treatment for obesity is underway at University Hospital Galway in association with University of Galway and Brunel University London. The study shows that patients who were being treated with an intensive short-term programme of medically supervised dietary restriction in an attempt to reverse some … [Read more...] about University study shows the impact of genetics on obesity

Women’s Aid website launched to give support to victims of relationship abuse

November 29, 2022 By Rachel Foster

Women’s Aid is launching a new website to create awareness around relationship abuse and provide support to those who may be suffering from it. The ‘Too Into You’ website runs alongside their #toointoyou campaign, which aims to teach young people in particular about red flags in relationships. Mary Hayes, who leads the Too Into You project at Women’s Aid, says she is … [Read more...] about Women’s Aid website launched to give support to victims of relationship abuse

One third of students have “seriously considered” withdrawing from degree programmes

November 1, 2022 By Rachel Foster

One third of students have “seriously considered” withdrawing from degree programmes

Photo: studentsurvey.ie A recent survey has found 37% of students have “seriously considered” withdrawing from their degree programmes. The research was carried out amongst first final year undergraduates, as well as postgraduate students, across 25 higher education institutions. The reasons given for consideration of withdrawal were found to be: Personal or family … [Read more...] about One third of students have “seriously considered” withdrawing from degree programmes

Blackboard ally: more accessible learning for all

October 7, 2022 By Rachel Foster

With semester one well underway the widespread need for more accessible learning is becoming increasingly clear. Blackboard Ally is a tool that can help with this prevalent issue by providing all of the students of University of Galway with more flexible and accessible resources via blackboard. By simply clicking the A logo beside any Blackboard file, you will be offered … [Read more...] about Blackboard ally: more accessible learning for all

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