New research magazine launched

NUI Maynooth has launched the first edition of its new research magazine Research.  The magazine will showcase some of the University’s most innovative and groundbreaking research projects. It provides readers with an accessible insight into the latest research advancements happening at NUI Maynooth and the discoveries that will shape tomorrow's world.

The magazine, to be published twice a year, is part of NUI Maynooth’s drive to further its reputation as a world-class research led university, and signals its commitment to communicating the real world applications of academic research to a variety of different audiences. Issue one has 31 full- colour glossy pages and feature stories written by journalists such as Anna Nolan and Louise Holden. 

Research focuses on the University’s ongoing contribution to the knowledge economy, an area recognised as essential to Ireland's future development and prosperity.  Vice President for Research at NUI Maynooth, Professor Ray O’Neill explains, “What goes on in the universities is increasingly seen as a key feature of a knowledge society, and a platform for economic success. We have always been deeply committed to research at NUI Maynooth, but we are increasingly turning our face outwards, to international partners, to business, to society”.

NUI Maynooth has committed to focusing on research that has tangible and quantifiable benefits for society, as displayed in its pioneering research in humanities, social and natural sciences. Professor O'Neill explains, "It's not about arcane knowledge and research for its own sake". 

Some of the projects profiled in the first edition give an idea of the variety of topics that will be covered in the new magazine.  The team at the National Centre for Geocomputation (NCG) based at NUI Maynooth, are creating a real-time satellite navigation system that will see drivers not only receive clearer directions, but also get additional information on traffic congestion, road conditions and alerts to possible 'black spots' such as icy stretches or sharp bends. This new initiative could make driving not only a more stress-free experience, but potentially could help reduce road deaths.

In the Hamilton Institute, mathematician Dr Wilhelm Huisinga is applying his skills to provide a novel way of looking at drug optimisation. The team in An Foras Feasa, the Irish Cultural Research Institute are applying 21st century technology to forensically examine the past and deepen our knowledge of Irish history and culture.

Research will be published twice yearly and is available both online and in a hard copy format.

All those interested in obtaining a subscription of the new journal should contact the communications department in NUI Maynooth on 01 708 3363.

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