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A joint initiative of humanities researchers within universities across the island of Ireland. Based @ria.ie Posts by IHA coordinator @sonjatiernan.bsky.social www.irishhumanities.ie

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08.10.2025 15:38 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Collecting Ireland’s History @virtualtreasury.bsky.social a talk by Sarah Hendriks as part of the Dublin Festival of History now taking place @ria.ie

08.10.2025 14:19 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Irish Humanities Alliance | Recording: Irish-Scottish cultural and diplomatic relations Full Programme<br /> <br /> Introductory remarks<br /> <br /> Professor Murray Pittock, SAHA Co-Chair<br /> Angus Robertson MSP, Cabinet Secretary for Constitution, External Affairs and Culture (prere...

A recording of this engaging event is now available to view. www.irishhumanities.ie/news-events/...

30.09.2025 10:15 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Irish Humanities Alliance | Launch Oceanic Connections: The Sea in Irish and Caribbean Poetry by Ellen Howley You are warmly invited to celebrate the publication of Oceanic Connections: The Sea in Irish and Caribbean Poetry, by Irish Humanities Alliance board member, Ellen…

We are delighted to share an invitation to the launch of 'Oceanic Connections: The Sea in Irish and Caribbean Poetry' by our board member @lnhowley.bsky.social @dublincityuni.bsky.social
www.irishhumanities.ie/news-events/...

30.09.2025 10:13 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A distinguished & engaging panel: Jerry O’Donavan, consul general of Ireland in Edinburgh; Katy McNeil, Head of Scottish Gov in Ireland; Triona McCormack, VP strategy & engagement UCD; & CiarΓ‘n Walsh associate director Culture Ireland. Chaired by Prof. Catherine O’Leary @sahavoice.bsky.social

26.09.2025 13:34 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A strong start to our Irish Scottish Cultural and Diplomatic Relations event @ria.ie with Prof @murrayp.bsky.social of @sahavoice.bsky.social

26.09.2025 13:09 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

There is still time to register for an in-person or online access ticket to this much anticipated event.

25.09.2025 11:11 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

We are excited to publish the first blog in our Emerging Scholar series 'The Good, The Bad, and The Blemished: Disability Terminology in Medieval Ireland,' by @djbirishhistory.bsky.social who is conducting a @researchireland.ie funded PhD @muahi.bsky.social

25.09.2025 11:09 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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πŸ“˜ PUBLICATION DAY πŸ“˜
Oceanic Connections: The Sea in Irish and Caribbean Poetry is out today from Syracuse UP. It wouldn't have been possible without colleagues at @dublincityuni.bsky.social & the support of friends & family. I'm thrilled to see it out in the world πŸ₯°
Book launch details coming soon

15.09.2025 13:31 β€” πŸ‘ 19    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

IHA members - 'The Survey on Research Integrity in Ireland 2025 (SRII2025) is your chance to share what supports or challenges you in doing responsible research. Your input will help shape better policies and strengthen a culture of integrity across the Irish research community.'

15.09.2025 10:48 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The Biography of the week from the Dictionary of Irish Biography is the entry on Fanny and Anna Parnell:
β€˜A most dangerous experiment’. Although Charles Stewart Parnell is the better known member of the Parnell family, his sisters Fanny and Anna have also earned their place in Irish history.

11.09.2025 15:58 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1

It is that time of the year again. A week of inspiring arts and humanities research and engagement at the @tlrhub.bsky.social

12.09.2025 15:25 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Irish Humanities Alliance | Call for proposals to host IHA conference 2026 Eligibility<br /> Academic staff, at all stages of their career, including early career scholars on full-time, part-time, or temporary contracts in HEIs that are members of the IHA. We…

An exciting opportunity: The call for proposals to host the IHA Annual Conference 2026 is open. Academic staff, at all stages of their career -early career scholars on full-time, part-time, or temporary contracts in IHA member institutions are eligible to apply
www.irishhumanities.ie/news-events/...

12.09.2025 12:24 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Select tickets – Irish-Scottish cultural diplomacy and relations – Royal Irish Academy Irish-Scottish cultural diplomacy and relations – Royal Irish Academy, Fri 26 Sep 2025 - Discussing the role of arts and humanities in the implementation of the joint Irish-Scottish bilateral review. ...

Join the Irish Humanities Alliance and @sahavoice.bsky.social at @ria.ie for a half day event - Irish-Scottish cultural diplomacy and relations. Tickets are booking fast and can be secured πŸ‘‡
www.tickettailor.com/events/royal...

09.09.2025 09:14 β€” πŸ‘ 8    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Second keynote address now underway. We are thrilled to have Tania Aguila-Way in person for her address. Following a successful tour of the UCD Rosemount Centre Apple Orchard.

05.09.2025 13:16 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Day 2 of the IHA annual conference @ucdhumanities.bsky.social has started on a strong note with panel on society, art, and poetics of nourishment. And @ucdpress.bsky.social are back with us for day 2.

05.09.2025 08:36 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Wonderful to have @ucdpress.bsky.social stall and friendly team at the conference. So many of their books on display, and available to buy, related to the conference theme - plus many more!

04.09.2025 16:00 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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The IHA annual conference @ucdhumanities.bsky.social has begun. Keynote address by RaΓΊl Matta starts what promises to be an engaging 2 days.

04.09.2025 08:26 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Irish Humanities Alliance | IHA Annual Conference 2025 - Registration now open Registration is now OPEN for the IHA Annual conference 2025.<br /> <br /> This two-day conference, supported by the Irish Humanities Alliance (IHA) and the UCD Humanities Institute…

Registration is now open for the IHA annual conference @ucdhumanities.bsky.social on 4-5th Sep 2025. Attendance is free - booking essential. Programme & further details πŸ‘‡
www.irishhumanities.ie/news-events/...

12.08.2025 08:58 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Irish-Scottish cultural diplomacy and relations - Royal Irish Academy Discussing the role of arts and humanities in the implementation of the joint Irish-Scottish bilateral review. Join the Irish Humanities Alliance (IHA) and the Scottish Humanities Alliance (SAHA) at t...

Irish-Scottish cultural diplomacy and relations:
Discussing the role of arts and humanities in the implementation of the joint Irish-Scottish bilateral review organised in collaboration with @sahavoice.bsky.social at @ria.ie 26 Sep Registration now open online or in-person
www.ria.ie/events/irish...

17.07.2025 09:08 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Select tickets – Irish-Scottish cultural diplomacy and relations – Royal Irish Academy Discussing the role of arts and humanities in the implementation of the joint Irish-Scottish bilateral review. Join the Irish H...

Irish-Scottish Cultural Diplomacy and Relations event in Dublin (and online) this September @ria.ie

Programme and registration information can be found here:

www.tickettailor.com/events/royal...

07.07.2025 13:17 β€” πŸ‘ 14    πŸ” 7    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

We are delighted to announce that registration is now live for the IHA annual conference 2025 on 4-5 Sep - hosted by @ucdhumanities.bsky.social An exciting mix of panels, keynote addresses and creative inputs.

30.06.2025 11:14 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
The mid-8th-century β€˜Irish Gospels of St Gall’; the Evangelist Mark and the incipit/beginning of his Gospel. St. Gallen, Stiftsbibliothek, Cod. Sang. 51, pp 78–9. Photo: Stiftsbibliothek St. Gallen

The mid-8th-century β€˜Irish Gospels of St Gall’; the Evangelist Mark and the incipit/beginning of his Gospel. St. Gallen, Stiftsbibliothek, Cod. Sang. 51, pp 78–9. Photo: Stiftsbibliothek St. Gallen

Ancient Manuscripts, Modern Science!
What links medieval monks, secret ink recipes & ancient cow DNA?
Learn how Scientists used X-ray technology and genetic sequencing to uncover the secrets of 1,200-year-old Irish manuscripts in Switzerland
Read more: museum.ie/en-IE/Collec...
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01.06.2025 13:04 β€” πŸ‘ 221    πŸ” 73    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 13
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Strong start at the Research Ireland Forum Aviva Stadium. Livestream here eur02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com?url=https%3A...

05.06.2025 09:49 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Packed and engaged room @ria.ie today for the IHA Medical & Health Humanities Doctoral Training session.

15.05.2025 13:43 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Yesterday writers, lawyers and academics met in the Abbey's Peacock Stage to discuss Sophocles' Antigone. Dialogues between Darren Murphy and Eugene McNulty; Marina Carr and Melissa Sihra; Carlo GΓ©bler and Paul Delaney. Thanks to everyone who came along. @irishhumanities.bsky.social

02.05.2025 09:28 β€” πŸ‘ 5    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0

Call for papers - submissions open until Thursday 15th May for the upcoming annual IHA conference hosted by @ucdhumanities.bsky.social

13.05.2025 12:21 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Preparing to open the doors at The Peacock Stage for the IHA Legal Humanities Working Group’s event - Antigone and Ireland: A Symposium in the Legal Humanities. Stunning line up of speakers including Justice Brian Cregan, Marina Carr, Carlo GΓ©bler and Darren Murphy.

01.05.2025 09:54 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Antigone and Ireland: A Symposium in the Legal Humanities | Irish Humanities Alliance Antigone and Ireland: A Symposium in the Legal Humanities

IHA Legal Humanities Working Group is hosting a symposium - Antigone & Ireland Thurs 1 May Peacock Stage. Bringing together academics, jurists & practicing artists-including Justice Brian Cregan, Marina Carr, Carlo GΓ©bler & Darren Murphy. Booking essential πŸ‘‡
www.irishhumanities.com/events/antig...

28.04.2025 14:25 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Horizon Europe work programmes What the work programmes cover in Horizon Europe and where to view them.

The Work Programmes for Horizon Europe Global Challenges (including Cluster 2 - Culture, Creativity and Inclusive Society) have been pre-published.
research-and-innovation.ec.europa.eu/funding/fund...

28.04.2025 10:33 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

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