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An experimental bullet train in China broke its own world record for acceleration, going from zero to 800km an hour in about five seconds, potentially paving the way for ultra-high-speed transportation.The maglev train accelerated to 800km an hour from rest in just 5.3 seconds on a 1km test-track at the Donghu Laboratory in the Hubei province.Maglev trains use magnetic force to lift the entire train slightly above the tracks, removing associated friction, while a magnetic wave generated by coils around the tracks drives the vehicle forward.So, is this the future for rail transportation, and will we ever see it in Ireland?Joining Seán to discuss is Associate Professor in the UCD School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Dr Paul Cuffe.

It is National Black Cat Appreciation Day!Why are some cultures superstitious around black cats, and what is the history behind it?Joining Seán to discuss is Kelly Fitzgerald, Head of the UCD School of Celtic Studies and Folklore.

An experimental bullet train in China broke its own world record for acceleration, going from zero to 800km an hour in about five seconds, potentially paving the way for ultra-high-speed transportation.The maglev train accelerated to 800km an hour from rest in just 5.3 seconds on a 1km test-track at the Donghu Laboratory in the Hubei province.Maglev trains use magnetic force to lift the entire train slightly above the tracks, removing associated friction, while a magnetic wave generated by coils around the tracks drives the vehicle forward.So, is this the future for rail transportation, and will we ever see it in Ireland?Joining Seán to discuss is Associate Professor in the UCD School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Dr Paul Cuffe.

It is National Black Cat Appreciation Day!Why are some cultures superstitious around black cats, and what is the history behind it?Joining Seán to discuss is Kelly Fitzgerald, Head of the UCD School of Celtic Studies and Folklore.

Guests:Rowan BarlowOrla Hegarty, Assistant Professor at the UCD School of ArchitectureCiara O'Brien, Business & Technology Journalist with the Irish TimesSarah O'Neill from shynesdesign.ie

About 15% of the power produced by Irish wind farms in the first half of the year was thrown away because the network was not strong enough to move it, according to Wind Energy Ireland.So, do we need to do more to strengthen our energy grid there so we can survive any incoming financial shocks?Joining Shane to discuss this Lisa Ryan, Professor in Energy Economics at the UCD School of Economics and the UCD Energy Institute.

Plans to build the State's largest town of 18,500 homes at Dunsink in north Dublin, near what was once the capital's main landfill, are being opposed, with almost 400 objections submitted to Fingal County Council.Joining guest host Seán Defoe to discuss this is Orla Hegarty, Architect & Assistant Professor at the UCD School of Architecture, Planning & Environmental Policy.

If you live under a rock, you may have missed that Mayo broke their GAA curse when they finally beat Kerry to win their first All-Ireland since 1951.What other curses is Ireland known for?Dr Kelly Fitzgerald, Head of the UCD School of Celtic Studies and Folklore, joins Tom Dunne to discuss.

If you live under a rock, you may have missed that Mayo broke their GAA curse when they finally beat Kerry to win their first All-Ireland since 1951.What other curses is Ireland known for?Dr Kelly Fitzgerald, Head of the UCD School of Celtic Studies and Folklore, joins Tom Dunne to discuss.

A new landmark study followed 4,000 primary school children, tracking everything from their education attainment to their wellbeing as they progressed through the school system.The Children's School Lives study tracked the children from 2019 to 2023. As it coincided with the Covid lockdown years, it revealed a wealth of data, some of it seriously troubling and challenging for policymakers.The longitudinal study was commissioned by the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA) and conducted by the UCD School of Education.Irish Times education correspondent Niamh Towey delved into the details.Presented by Bernice Harrison. Produced by Declan Conlon. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As US and Iranian forces clashed in the Gulf and the United Arab Emirates came under renewed attack, President Donald Trump said a ceasefire was still holding.Joining Ciara with the latest updates is Dominic Waghorn, Sky News International Affairs Editor, and also joining to discuss the fuels impact is Lisa Ryan, Professor in Energy Economics at the UCD School of Economics and the UCD Energy Institute.Image: Reuters

The HSE is urging people to protect themselves against tick bites ahead of the summer season, as they warn of several hundred Lyme disease cases a year in Ireland.Professor Jack Lambert, Consultant in Infectious Diseases at the Mater Hospital and UCD School of Medicine joins Shane to discuss.

Enda Hargarden, Assistant Professor at UCD School of Economics

Lisa Ryan, Professor of Energy Economics at the UCD School of Economics and Energy Institute, discusses Europe's reliance on fossil fuels, a subject which has been highlighted by European Commission President, Ursula Von Der Leyen.

Over the weekend, An Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris floated the idea of one off payments towards environmentally friendly energy measures, such as heat pumps and efficient cars. The suggestion comes in the backdrop of a continuing global energy crisis that has seen oil prices rise to above one hundred dollars a barrel for much of the last two months.Lisa Ryan is a Professor in Energy Economics at the UCD School of Economics and joins Shane to look at what sort of an impact any one off measures could have…

Michael Wallace, Professor of Agriculture and Food Economics at UCD School of Agriculture and Food Science talks about the ongoing impact of the war in the middle east.

Lisa Ryan, Professor of Economics in the UCD School of Economics, offers her insights into how different countries around the world are tackling the energy crisis.

Friggatriskaidekaphobia !The fear of Friday the 13th, also known as the chill, that runs down your neck when you spot it on your calendar once more. But where did these superstitions even come from, and why do we still believe them (just in case)? Dr Kelly Fitzgerald, Head of the UCD School of Celtic Studies and Folklore discusses the longevity of this Western superstition.

Friggatriskaidekaphobia !The fear of Friday the 13th, also known as the chill, that runs down your neck when you spot it on your calendar once more. But where did these superstitions even come from, and why do we still believe them (just in case)? Dr Kelly Fitzgerald, Head of the UCD School of Celtic Studies and Folklore discusses the longevity of this Western superstition.

The research led by researchers in University College Dublin, has revealed that the old Irish goat, a recognised and distinct breed, shares a 3,000 year genetic link with goats living in Ireland during the late Bronze Age. Assistant Professor Kevin Daly, UCD School of Agriculture and Food Science, supervised the study.

Today is Friday the 13th a date that, for many, carries an uneasy sense of bad luck and looming misfortune. From religious folklore linking the number 13 to Judas at the Last Supper, to modern horror films that cement its ominous reputation, the superstition has endured for generations.But where does this fear really come from, and why does it still hold power in a country like Ireland, rich in folklore and tradition? Dr Kelly Fitzgerald, Head of the UCD School of Celtic Studies and Folklore, joined Sean to explain

Local residents of Brittas in Dublin are seeking orders to remove a set of modular homes that were allegedly built in the area without any planning permission. The developer is claiming the project is exempt from needing any sort of planning permission. To discuss this further was Mary Carolan Legal Affairs Correspondent of the Irish Times and Orla Hegerty Architect and Assistant Professor at UCD School of Architecture, Planning and Environmental Policy.

Advertisements have recently appeared on the New York subway, offering would-be parents the chance to “genetically optimise” their future babies. So, what would this genetic modification involve, and would it be ethical to do?Joining Ciara Doherty to discuss is Professor of Medical Genetics at UCD School of Medicine and Medical Science, and Consultant Clinical Geneticist, Andrew Green.

Lisa Ryan, Professor of Energy Economics at the UCD School of Economics and Energy Institute, reflects on what was agreed at Cop30.

The Government has spent almost €450,000 on enticing builders back home to Ireland from working in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the US. But is it worth coming back for? And is it financially feasible for them?Pat discusses this issue further with Peter Flynn, Pete the Builder, Orla Hegarty, Architect & Assistant Professor at UCD School of Architecture, Planning and Environmental Policy and also Sean Downey, Director of Education, Skills, Training, Construction Industry Federation.

Ireland is facing a geopolitical choice that is pulling us in two different directions.We are not just witnessing a drift in the Transatlantic Alliance, but its collapse. This poses acute dangers for Ireland.Ben Tonra is Full Professor of International Relations at the UCD School of Politics and International Relations. He joins Seán to discuss exactly what this means, and where we go from here.

The price of electricity is set to go down slightly from December, thanks to a reduction in the Public Service Obligation levy. But what will that mean for people's bills every month? We discuss further with Lisa Ryan, Professor in Energy Economics at the UCD School of Economics and the UCD Energy Institute.

Dr. Shane Bergin, physicist and Associate Professor at UCD School of Education

From midnight last night, the VAT rate applied to the sale of completed apartments was reduced from 13.5% to 9%, but will this kickstart the construction of apartments which we're being told has all but stalled?Joining Kieran to dig into this is Ollie Lyons, Director and Head of Land Development at JLL and Orla Hegarty, Architect and Assistant Professor at the UCD School of Architecture, Planning & Environmental Policy…

Graham Finlay, UCD School of Politics and International Relations

Aengus Cox, RTÉ Agriculture & Consumer Affairs Correspondent, discusses Electric Ireland's price reduction on electricity. Professor Lisa Ryan, UCD School of Economics and Energy Institute, explains how energy bill increases will be used to upgrade the electricity grid.

Graham Finlay, UCD School of Politics and International Relations

Graham Finlay, UCD School of Politics and International Relations

Dr. Shane Bergin, physicist and Associate Professor at UCD School of Education

At the US tennis open at Flushing Meadows, chaos is part of the charm,screeching New York subways, raucous crowds, celebrity sightings. But now, a different distraction is wafting in - the unmistakable scent of cannabis. Dr. Ray Walley, GP and Associate Professor of General Practice at the UCD School of Medicine spoke about his concerns.

Why do some people take comfort in horror movies while others can only relax with a comedy? We'll find out with UCD School of Psychology Assistant Professor and Director of the Media and Entertainment Psychology Lab Dr. Brendan Rooney.

Dr Shane Bergin, physicist and Associate Professor at UCD School of Education.

Weightloss jabs have bursted onto the market, and the demand for these injections has skyrocketed. What started as a solution for those struggling with obesity has now become a quick-fixed solution for those looking to shed a couple of pounds.Some of these drugs are now available in some beauty clinics but what kind of message is this sending and how will those who need it the most lose out? Professor Donal O'Shea, Clinical Director at St. Vincent's University Hospital (SVUH) and Professor at UCD School of Medicine joined Pat Kenny on the show.

Please join us at patreon.com/tortoiseshack In this Reboot Republic, Rory discusses the new apartment standards the Government have brought in with Orla Hegarty of the UCD School of Architecture and Planning. Orla outlines the major flaws in these new guidelines, around creating liveable homes, and analyses the Governments justifications as lacking evidence. These will boost speculative developers profits and create tenements of the 21st century charged at unaffordable rents. Creating a dystopian city and urban spaces Latest Echo Chamber RTE-An Post podcast:https://www.patreon.com/posts/patron-exclusive-134177046 Donate to Dignity for Palestine:https://www.patreon.com/posts/dignity-for-132827532

This week, the housing Minister unveiled new rules allowing studio flats as small as 32 square metres. But are these moves for smaller apartments harkening back to Soviet style housing models? All to discuss with Orla Hegarty, Architect & Assistant Professor at the UCD School of Architecture, Planning & Environmental Policy.

Dr Shane Bergin, Physicist and Associate Professor at UCD School of Education, on the next generation of Scientists.

Licovolt, a University College Dublin (UCD) spin-out company supported by NovaUCD, today announced that it is set to create 10 new jobs following a seed investment (undisclosed) from Davencor Holdings, established by John Corcoran, the founder and former CEO of Davenham Switchgear. Davenham, founded in 1982 and headquartered in Dublin, is a market leader of electrical distribution and control solutions for major industries, including datacentres, and was last year acquired by the Legrand Group, headquartered in France. Licovolt's technology is a novel chemical compound and associated process used to extract critical minerals from spent battery material at a fraction of the cost and emissions of current methods. The technology enables the recycling of these materials and creates a global opportunity for OEMs who manufacture cathode active material (CAM) which is required for the electric vehicle (EV) and data centre industries. Clint Zahmel, Executive Director, Licovolt said, "This investment by Davencor Holdings will enable the company to rapidly advance our strategic technology development roadmap to ensure that business development opportunities are grasped quickly given the scale of the global opportunity for Licovolt's technology. Additionally following this investment, we plan to create up to 10 new jobs over the next two years, in the areas of international business development, finance, chemical engineering and battery innovation." He added, "It is estimated that datacentres worldwide will need to recycle up to two million Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) battery systems over the next five years, and given John's deep understanding of the electrical and datacentre industries, together with his proven track record of building successful businesses internationally, makes him an invaluable partner as we develop and implement our international scaling strategy." John Corcoran, CEO, Davencor Holdings said, "Licovolt represents a really exciting opportunity in the field of battery recycling. The team's innovative approach and very strong technical foundation positions them well for significant growth in this evolving market." The Licovolt technology emerged after three years of intensive research, partly funded by Research Ireland, following a breakthrough chemical discovery led by Associate Professor Tony Keene, UCD School of Chemistry, in partnership with Associate Professor Steven Ferguson, UCD School of Chemical and Bioprocess Engineering, the company's co-founders. Earlier this year Licovolt entered into a formal joint development agreement with Pure Battery Technologies (PBT), headquartered in Australia with operations in Hagen, Germany. This partnership with PBT will support the rapid advancement of Licovolt's technology.

Dr. Shane Bergin, physicist and Associate Professor at UCD School of Education

Dr. Shane Bergin, physicist and Associate Professor at UCD School of Education

Graham Finlay, from the UCD School of International Relations

Graham Finlay, UCD School of International Relations

Jessica Smyth, Associate Professor at the UCD School of Archaeology on a new study which shows Newgrange tombs were not just burial places for the elite.

Dr Shane Bergin, from the UCD School of Education // Leo Enright, Space Commentator

Professor Ellen Crushell, Metabolic Paediatrician at Children's Health Ireland (CHI) Temple Street and Clinical Professor at UCD School of Medicine

Dr. Shane Bergin, UCD School of Education