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A New Treatment for Osteomyelitis?

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Researchers have developed a new treatment for osteomyelitis using copper-rich glass implant. Read more about this breakthrough @RCSI_Research . #RCSIdiscover

A potential new treatment for Osteomyelitis: Incorporating copper-eluting bioactive glass with collagen scaffolds.

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Her Excellency Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, Former President of Liberia and Africa’s first elected female head of state, will be presented with the Emily Winifred Dickson Award on 8 September. Join us:

Emily Winifred Dickson Award

New blood test predicts which COVID-19 patients will develop severe infection

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"I accept this award on behalf of all those who work for population health, especially those Irish who do so at home and abroad." @DrMikeRyan

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Celebrating 236 years of healthcare advances at RCSI on #RCSICharter Day.

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312 doctors graduated from RCSI today at our first virtual #RCSIConferring ceremony. Congratulations, #Classof2020 . 🎓✨

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Frequent cannabis use by young people is linked to decline in IQ. The study led by @MarycannonMary and @EmmetPower1 is published in @PsychMedJournal #RCSIdiscover

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Dear #Classof2020 ⁣. A special message for our final year medicine students from @twisteddoodles ahead of our virtual #RCSIResultsDay .

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Leading impactful research: Prof. @fjobrien received a €3 million @ERC_Research Advanced Grant to revolutionise the treatment of damaged articular joints #RCSIdiscover

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A team led by RCSI researchers can now accurately predict which patients will develop a severe form of #COVID19 through a blood test. The study on the prognostic score is published in @EBioMedicine .

Scientists have developed, for the first time, a score that can accurately predict which patients will develop a severe form of COVID-19. Read more...

Seasonal depression: small things you can do every day to cope

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We are proud of our alumni, including Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail @drwanazizah , who have dedicated their careers to addressing the healthcare needs of populations across 97 countries of the world. #RCSIAlumni @campaignforleo

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Started today’s @AsiaEuropeMtg in Brussels with a bilateral with the Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail. She has fond memories of studying in Dublin particularly @RCSI_Irl

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Seasonal depression: small things you can do every day to cope when the days are shorter and we get less sunlight @curtisclocklab and @JolantaBurke share their advice on @ConversationUK @RCSIHealthPlus

‘Sad’ is most common during the colder months.

Second 'PROGRESS Women in Surgery Fellowship' awarded to Ms Helen Mohan

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Can blood markers predict psychosis? Our study published in @JAMAPsych suggests that analysis of protein levels in blood can predict who of those at risk may benefit from preventative treatments. #RCSIdiscover

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In her landmark #SOTEU address, @vonderleyen shared the story of Suaad Alshleh. "I think of Suaad, the teenage Syrian refugee who arrived in Europe dreaming of being a doctor. Within three years she was awarded a prestigious scholarship from RCSI." #NextGenerationEU 🇪🇺

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We are delighted to announce Ms @HelenMohan1 FRCSI as the recipient of the second PROGRESS Women in Surgery Fellowship, funded by @JNJMedDeviceUKI . #ILookLikeASurgeon #WomenInSurgery

Ms Helen Mohan FRCSI, has today been announced as the recipient of the second PROGRESS Women in Surgery Fellowship.

Impact - PROGRESS Women in Surgery Fellowship, funded by J&J MedTech

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Better surgical care - a global challenge We’re leading a mentorship programme for teams in the Global Surgical Training Challenge. #SDG3 #RCSIdiscover

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Abraham Colles revolutionised anatomy by teaching it region by region. Prof. Clive Lee explains how our rich history influences the cutting-edge regenerative medicine research we drive today. #RCSIdiscover

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Safe surgery saves lives. Five billion people do not currently have access to safe and affordable #surgicalcare . @SURGAfrica aims to scale up the delivery of surgery in Africa. #H2020 #RCSIdiscover

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We are #StandingWithUkraine

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“I have been lucky enough to be part of a generation of women who have broken the mould in surgical training.” Ms Ailín Rogers @ailsybird shares the impact of receiving Ireland’s first PROGRESS Women in Surgery Fellowship, funded by @JNJMedTechUKI . #ILookLikeASurgeon

UN Sustainable Development Goal 3: RCSI webinar

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We are very proud of our @RCSIPharmBioMol team who are preparing essential #COVID19 swab buffers for @HSELive . This work will facilitate 10,000 more tests. #HealthcareHeroes #COVID19ireland

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COVID-19 has brought the SDGs’ importance even more clearly into focus. Prof. Abraham Verghese @cuttingforstone will address #SDG3 - Good Health and Wellbeing on 13 Jan. #GlobalHealth

Saliva PCR test is almost as accurate as nasal/throat swab in detecting COVID-19

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Less invasive saliva PCR test is almost as accurate as nasal/throat swab in detecting COVID-19. #COVID19testing

Research carried out in Ireland by RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences has revealed that a saliva PCR test is almost as accurate as the “gold standard” nasal/throat swab, in detecting...

RCSI partners with Olympus to support women in surgery

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Building on over a decade of experience in surgical training, education and research in Africa, RCSI is now seeking to appoint the O’Brien Chair of Global Surgery. #GlobalSurgery

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#RCSIAlumni While studying at RCSI, Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail @drwanazizah was awarded the MacNaughton-Jones gold medal for Obstetrics and Gynecology in 1977 @mitchelloconnor @Education_Ire

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Started today’s @AsiaEuropeMtg in Brussels with a bilateral with the Malaysian Deputy Prime Minister Dr Wan Azizah Wan Ismail. She has fond memories of studying in Dublin particularly @RCSI_Irl

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We're very proud that @KatiePiper_ , as the most worthy candidate, joined our virtual ceremony to accept the highest award of RCSI - the Honorary Doctorate in Science. @kpfoundation #RCSIConferring

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We are delighted to partner with @OlympusMedUKIE on the PROGRESS Women in Surgery Fellowship. #WomeninSurgery #ILookLikeASurgeon

RCSI has announced that the third PROGRESS Fellowship for Women in Surgery will be supported by Olympus. The prestigious Fellowship gives female surgeons the opportunity to gain exceptional experie...

Brain drain is a hidden tax on the countries left behind

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Two new RCSI projects will investigate spinal cord repair and training load in schools' rugby. Discover how RCSI researchers are advancing research in #Irishrugby through our partnership with @IRFUCharTrust . #RCSIdiscover

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Brain drain of healthcare workers is a hidden tax on the countries left behind Prof. @markshrime writes @ConversationUK . #GlobalHealth

India, Nigeria, Pakistan and South Africa lose thousands of trained doctors each year, lured away to work in richer countries – at great cost to their nation’s healthcare systems.

Breast milk proven to enhance heart performance in premature babies

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RCSI is committed to equal treatment of all regardless of race. We stand with our global community in condemning racism and discrimination in all forms. Students and staff, if you need support during these times, please reach out. We stand with you.

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Breast milk enhances heart performance in premature babies. The research, led by Prof. @afif_elKhuffash , is the first of its kind to show that preterm infants' heart performance benefits from breast milk.

New research from RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences demonstrates the beneficial effect of breast milk consumption on cardiovascular health and early cardiovascular development in...

RCSI launches world’s first scientific centre for positive psychology and health

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RCSI launches world’s first scientific centre for positive psychology and health @RCSIHealthPlus

The world’s first academic centre for positive psychology and lifestyle medicine has been launched today by RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences. More ...

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A new chemical process allows researchers to precisely bind fluorescent molecules to antibodies, lighting up protein structures in super-resolution microscopy. The work, led by Dr @IngmarSchoen , is published in @acsnano :

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Over the weekend, a team at RCSI made an essential buffer for #COVID19 testing called viral lysis buffer. Thanks to Prof. Donal O’Shea, @SteveWKerrigan , @Sudiptodas_RCSI , Dr Emmet Campion and Dr Richard Carroll for carrying out this vital work for @HSELive .

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Epilepsy in English Researchers at RCSI and @FutureNeuro are explaining complex Epilepsy research papers in plain English. Their work is bridging the gap between people living with the condition and the science. #RCSIengage

Epilepsy in English

Epilepsy is a chronic disorder of the brain affecting around 50 million people worldwide. The estimated proportion of the general population with active epilepsy (at a given time is between 4 and 10...

Brain surgery breakthrough at Beaumont Hospital

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Operation on 16-year-old girl believed to be first deep brainstem surgery of its kind in the world. @IrishTimes

Operation on girl (16) believed to be first deep brainstem surgery of its kind in the world

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WHO Director-General @DrTedros has been made an Honorary Fellow of the RCSI Faculty of Nursing and Midwifery. Dr Tedros was awarded the Fellowship to mark #YearoftheNurseandMidwife . @WHO #SupportNursesAndMidwives

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Professor of Stroke Medicine, David Williams works with colleagues @Beaumont_Dublin to rapidly remove clots that cause stroke. Read his research profile: #WorldStrokeDay #RCSIdiscover

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RCSI is seeking to appoint a visionary candidate to the position of Director of Simulation Education @RCSIsimulation #SimEd #MedEd

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Why the pursuit of happiness can be bad for you – and what you should pursue instead. Read more from @JolantaBurke and @ChristianvN on @ConversationUK @RCSIHealthPlus

Why the pursuit of happiness can be bad for you – and what you should pursue instead

People are obsessed with finding happiness. But what if

Register: Dublin Meeting in Patient-Centred Global Surgery

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Professor Mary Cannon named amongst the world’s most influential researchers in the #HighlyCited2020 list @clarivate . @MarycannonMary #RCSIdiscover

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We were delighted to see our history-making World Cup hockey heroes @EmilyBeatty4 , RCSI Medicine, and @Grace_OF , Class of 2016. Congratulations to you and all @irewomenhockey #hwc2018 #GreenArmy

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From commitment to action Dr Mpoki Ulisubisya will deliver a keynote address at the @RCSI_GlobalSurg meeting. Join us on 15 - 16 Mar. #GlobalSurgery

Coronavirus: Hundreds of medicine students fast-tracked into fight against Covid-19

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RCSI welcomes the granting of University authorisation Professor Cathal Kelly, chief executive of RCSI, said: “I welcome the granting of University authorisation to RCSI by Minister @McHughJoeTD and Minister @mitchelloconnor and I thank them, and their officials."

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Ministers @McHughJoeTD and @mitchelloconnor announce Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland (RCSI) granted ‘university’ title @RCSI_Irl –

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We are very proud of everything the #Classof2020 has achieved so far. They are committed to playing their part. #COVID19ireland #WereInThisTogether @HSELive

‘We’re know there’s a tsunami coming. We’re ready to to help’

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321 new doctors graduated from RCSI at our virtual conferring ceremony today. Today is a great day of celebration for you, your friends and families. Congratulations, #Classof2021 ! #RCSIConferring 🎓

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On 2 March, we will present the inaugural Sir Charles Alexander Cameron Award for Population Health to @DrMikeRyan . Join us:

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Driving new treatments for debilitating bone and cartilage conditions RCSI and Locate Bio partner to improve the quality of life for people worldwide. #RCSIDiscover

RCSI technologies driving new treatments for debilitating bone and cartilage conditions

An engagement between RCSI and Locate Bio is helping to bring new bone and cartilage repair treatments to patients. More ...

RCSI cystic fibrosis study to investigate effects of new medication

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#EidMubarak to our students, staff, alumni and friends who are celebrating this weekend. May the months ahead bring you peace, joy and good health. #EidAlFitr

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Professor Mary Cannon has been named amongst the world’s most influential researchers in the #HighlyCited2022 list by @clarivate She is recognised on the list for exceptional citation impact in the field of psychiatry. #RCSIdiscover @MarycannonMary

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RCSI is immensely proud of our RCSI GEM student @EmilyBeatty4 and alumna @Grace_OF who make history today when they representative Ireland in the Hockey World Cup Final! #greenarmy #HWC2018 ⁠ ⁠ 🏑🇮🇪

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A potential biomarker for seizures in people with #epilepsy has been discovered by @Futureneuro_ie researchers at RCSI. Learn more: #RCSIdiscover

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RCSI researchers to lead €3 million study on new cystic fibrosis medication. #RCSIdiscover #Kaftrio

RCSI students join frontline effort in Beaumont and Connolly hospitals

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Portraits of nine trailblazing academic leaders unveiled at RCSI The portraits by @SteinAmelia celebrate the achievements of the extraordinary academic staff.

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We are proud today to award an Honorary Doctorate to Noeline Blackwell, former CEO of @DublinRCC and champion and advocate for the most vulnerable in our society. @Noeline_B

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At 8pm this evening, we will be joining in the nationwide applause for our #healthcareheroes who are at the frontline of Ireland’s response to #COVID19 . 👏👏👏 #COVID19ireland

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Cystic fibrosis is an inherited disease, caused by mutations in a gene. RCSI research @MolTherapy shows that targeting microRNAs could offset this mutation. #RCSIdiscover #CFresearch

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We extend our deepest condolences to the family and friends of Dr Syed Waqqar Ali. Our thoughts are with his colleagues at the Mater Hospital at this time. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam.

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Study of Irish patients with COVID-19 finds blood clotting a significant cause of death. The study led by RCSI clinician scientists @IrishCtrVascBio and @stjamesdublin is published at @BritSocHaem . #RCSIdiscover #COVID19

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Dr @orankennedy is leading a project exploring the potential of microneedle technology in preventing post-traumatic osteoarthritis. With a Pilot Grant from @on_found , he is focused on translating this research into treatment. #RCSIdiscover

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Congratulations Dr Murray O’Doherty, RCSI Beaumont Intern of the Year. His peers @Beaumont_Dublin commended Dr O’Doherty for his outstanding knowledge, attitude, support and compassion. #RCSI #MedTwitter

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Adolescents with higher levels of an omega-3 fatty acid in their blood were less likely to develop psychotic disorder in early adulthood. The research is now published in Translational Psychiatry:

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We are very proud of our students who have joined the frontline effort in Beaumont and Connolly hospitals. #COVID19 #COVID19ireland @HSELive

Medical students trained in prone positioning of seriously ill Covid-19 patients

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We have 4 fully-funded positions available for students on the RCSI StAR #PhD programme. Choose from more than 50 projects and join us @RCSI_Research . #phdchat

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One in two people over the age of 18 will be affected by a musculoskeletal condition. Dr @orankennedy ’s research focuses on finding new and better treatments. #RCSIdiscover

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Why you still need to wash your hands Dr @FfitzP writes @ConversationUK . #COVID19 #WashYourHands

COVID: why you still need to wash your hands

Hand washing isn’t just ‘hygiene theatre’.

Psychologists have traditionally focused on the past – what if that’s all wrong?

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Professor Ronan O’Connell elected as new President of RCSI. Professor O’Connell takes up office following the College’s biennial Council Elections. He replaces outgoing President, Mr Kenneth Mealy. #RCSI

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Breast milk proven to enhance heart performance in premature babies Research led by Prof. @afif_elKhuffash is published @JAMANetworkOpen . #RCSIdiscover #neoEBM

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New therapies are urgently required for glioblastoma. Research lead by RCSI University of Medicine and Health Sciences has discovered three new subtypes of brain tumour which could help to identify new precision medicine approaches. #RCSIdiscover

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A €2.4m @wellcometrust grant will support RCSI research into 'deprescribing' – the planned process of reducing/stopping medicines that may no longer be needed. The project will be led by Dr @FrankMoriarty from @RCSIPharmBioMol . Read more➡️ #RCSIdiscover

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Targeting ovarian cancer from two sides. Our study in @BrJCancer finds that a new drug, ALM201, blocks developing blood vessels to reduce tumour growth and targets cancer stem cells to prevent tumour re-growth. #RCSIdiscover

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Minister @SimonHarrisTD welcomes Ireland taking a huge step forward in offering free access to published research. The @IReLibrary initiative means that Irish research will be freely available to citizens in Ireland and around the world. #OpenAccess

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Tonight, we have awarded renowned Irish rugby coach Joe Schmidt an Honorary Fellowship, the highest distinction the College bestows

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Psychologists have traditionally focused on the past – what if that’s all wrong? Dr @JolantaBurke @RCSIHealthPlus writes. #RCSIDiscover #positivepsychology

For over a century, psychologists such as Sigmund Freud and Carl Rogers focused people’s attention on the past. More ...

First PROGRESS Women in Surgery Fellowship awarded to Ms Ailín Rogers

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We are delighted to announce Ms Ailín Rogers @ailsybird as the recipient of Ireland’s first PROGRESS Women in Surgery Fellowship, funded by @JNJMedDeviceUKI .

Ms Ailín Rogers, FRCSI, has today been announced as the recipient of Ireland’s first PROGRESS Women in Surgery Fellowship. More ...