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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · 2d

Thank you to Prof Debbie Riby for coming to @maynoothuniversity.ie to present on Neurodiversity-Affirmative PhD Supervision and Support. 🙏 Thank you to everyone who joined us online and in person. A great start to The Supervisory Network series and important conversations on PG Supervision.

A purple graphic advertising the Graduate Research Academy with Prof Debbie Riby standing beside it smiling in a black and cream patterned dress.

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · 10d

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · 10d

Upcoming Training: Neurodiversity-Affirmative PhD Supervision and Support
🗓 Wed 8th October 2025
We’re delighted to welcome Professor Deborah Riby (Durham University) for a thought-provoking session on how to create more inclusive and supportive environments for neurodivergent PhD researchers.

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Maynooth University @maynoothuniversity.ie · 15d

📢Calling academics and researchers!

Unlock Your Ideas: Join RTÉ Brainstorm Editor Jim Carroll to see how to get your work published! 🧠🔎

📆Wednesday, Oct 22, 2025 - 10:00 to 15:00
📍MU Library

Book your place: www.maynoothuniversity.ie/news-events/...

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · 15d

📣 We are delighted to welcome back to @maynoothuniversity.ie Dr Hazel Murray to give our inaugural alumni lecture on the 22 October at 12.00pm in the Hamilton Institute. The title is ''Research for a Cyber Safe Ireland'. All welcome.
#research #academia #academicsky

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · 24d

Can you present your research to a broad audience clearly and concisely in just 3 minutes?

🥇 1st Place – €250 One4all Voucher
🥈 2nd Place – €200 One4all Voucher
🥉 3rd Place – €150 One4all Voucher

Research students register below & join us to showcase the research talent at Maynooth University!

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · 24d

Fantastic achievement @mupsychology.bsky.social congratulations to our newly minted graduates and their supervisors from all of us in the Graduate Research Academy. 🎉

MU Psychology @mupsychology.bsky.social · Sep 9

Congratulations to our newest research graduates!🎓

Please join us in congratulating them on this incredible milestone by adding a 👏 in the comments to celebrate them!!
@MaynoothUni

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · Sep 3

Congratulations Dr Hugh Murphy from all of us here in the Graduate Research Academy! 🤝

#PhDSky #AcademicSky #PhD

Cathal McCauley @cathalmccauley.bsky.social · Sep 2

Congratulations to Dr Hugh Murphy @mulibrary.bsky.social who graduated this afternoon @maynoothuniversity.ie !

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · Sep 2

🎓 Congratulations to Our Graduating Research Students!

This week, we proudly celebrate the achievements of our research students @maynoothuniversity.ie as they graduate. From all of us at the Graduate Research Academy, we commend your dedication, resilience and success.

Congratulations! 🌟🎓

Maynooth University @maynoothuniversity.ie · Sep 2

Maynooth University will confer more than 2,400 students this week across a wide range of disciplines, including the first students to graduate from three new degree programmes in the School of Business. 🎉👏

www.maynoothuniversity.ie/news-events/...

MU welcomes over 2,400 new graduates

Maynooth University will confer more than 2,400 students this week across a wide range of disciplines, including the first students to graduate from three new degree programmes in the School of

www.maynoothuniversity.ie

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · Aug 8

Butterflies galore in the wildlife garden @maynoothuniversity.ie Beautiful sights and sounds on campus this summer. 🦋🌼🐝🐞🕷️

Butterflies on yellow wild flowers in a wildlife garden at Maynooth University

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · Jul 29

View the latest PhD scholarships @maynoothuniversity.ie Opportunities for researchers in Biology, Computer Science, Maths & Stats & Data Governance for Research on Ageing.📚🔬
🔗https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/graduate-research-academy/research-student-scholarships-support-funding-and-fees
#PhDSky

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Maynooth University @maynoothuniversity.ie · Jul 29

Maynooth University’s new School of Nursing will welcome its first students in September, following official approval by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland (NMBI).

@munursing.bsky.social

www.maynoothuniversity.ie/news-events/...

group of people outside holding a banner that says 'MH701 Nursing'

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · Jul 22

💫Innovation Challenge Open Days, details below.

#AcademicSky #PhDSky

Research Ireland @researchireland.ie · Jul 21

Register now for the Research Ireland – Gas Networks Ireland Innovation Challenge Open Days. Researchers will meet GNI representatives in Dublin or Cork to discuss their ideas relevant to the challenge. For more info, and to register, visit: www.researchireland.ie/funding/gas-networks-challenge/

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · Jul 2

📍Maynooth University GRA is in Padova this week for #Arqus PhD Careers Week! Hosted by the University of Padova the course supports later stage PhD researchers in exploring career paths and building key skills.🤝

Huge thanks to our super hosts in Padova!

#PhDLife #ResearchCareers #ArqusAlliance

Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · Jun 27

Check out the latest PhD scholarships
@maynoothuniversity.ie

Great opportunities for doctoral researchers in Geography, History, Physics & Business. 📚🔬

🔗https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/graduate-research-academy/research-student-scholarships-support-funding-and-fees

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Maynooth University @maynoothuniversity.ie · Jun 25

🎓 Do roghanna CAO á socrú agat fós? Féach an bhfuil Má Nuad ar an rogha ceart duit ag ár Lá Oscailte! mu.ie/openday
📅 Dé Sathairn, 28 Meitheamh
🕙 10am–2pm
📍 Ar champas in Ollscoil Mhá Nuad

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · Jun 24

Are you interested in a PhD scholarship in Astrophysics? Apply before 4th July 2025. 2 positions available.
🔗 www.maynoothuniversity.ie/graduate-res...

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · Jun 20

Check out the latest PhD scholarships @maynoothuniversity.ie
Great opportunities for doctoral researchers in Education, Physics & Business. 📚🔬

🔗https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/graduate-research-academy/research-student-scholarships-support-funding-and-fees

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · Jun 12

Our second keynote of the day was Prof. Orla Muldoon, who spoke on building collaborative practices in research. She shared valuable examples of best practice—we are grateful for inspiring ideas we can all take forward!
#collaboration #research
@orlamuldoon.bsky.social

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · Jun 12

Thank you to Prof. Barry O’Sullivan for joining us today as our keynote speaker on AI in research. An insightful session with strong audience engagement and much to reflect on in this complex and evolving space. @barryosullivan.bsky.social
#GenAI #DigitalTransformation

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · Jun 12

Things are in full swing here @maynoothuniversity.ie with the symposium. We’re off to a great start with some truly engaging opening talks. Huge thanks to our fantastic opening speakers!

Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · Jun 6

Last call for registrations for the IUA Deans of Graduate Studies Annual Symposium. We look forward to welcoming you to what promises to be a valuable day of reflection, connection & professional development.

📍 12 June 2025, Maynooth University Don't miss it!

Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · May 9

📣 Calling all doctoral supervisors!

Join us for the IUA Deans of Graduate Studies Annual Symposium—a key event for anyone involved in supervising doctoral researchers. This symposium offers key insights and inspiration for the future of doctoral education.
@iua-official.bsky.social

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · Jun 5

This week, our PhD researchers are taking part in the Odyssey Programme—a HEA-funded initiative helping PhD students explore options beyond academia.

They are building confidence in transferable skills & learning from expert speakers.
Thank you to all involved!
#PhD #Careers

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · May 29

🎤 Keynote announcement. Excited to welcome Prof. Orla Muldoon @orlamuldoon.bsky.social to @maynoothuniversity.ie on the 12 June. Her keynote, “Building Resilience through Collaborative Research Practices,” will explore what makes research teams thrive.
📍Don't miss out! Register today.

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Maynooth University Graduate Research Academy @mu-gra25.bsky.social · May 29

🎤 Keynote announcement. Excited to welcome Prof. @barryosullivan.bsky.social (UCC) as a keynote at the 12 June symposium @maynoothuniversity.ie He’ll explore AI in Doctoral Research: Challenges & Opportunities.
📣Be part of the discussion!
@ucc.ie
#DigitalTransformation

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