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On Monday head down to Campbell’s Tavern for a duo of compelling talks from NUIG researchers on Natural science and its practical applications. Science will be served from 8-9.30 but drinks will be served all night! First we’ll hear from Joanne Duffy with a talk on “Barnacles, Bacteria and Beyond!” that explores the use of recombinant DNA technology to study complicated natural substances. Next up is a talk from Brendan Hallahan entitled “How useful is the common bean crop in fighting hidden hunger in Sub-Saharan Africa?” Last up is a Q&A and panel discussion, followed by a few more pints!
How useful is the common bean crop in fighting hidden hunger in Sub-Saharan Africa?
Brendan Hallahan
(PhD Student)
I will talk about the prevalence of micronutrient deficient diets in the developing world, how common bean is a valuable source of essential minerals to poor communities, and I will display some research results about the oncoming threats of climate change to common bean growth and development in sub-Saharan Africa
Defining Ireland's Seaweed Resources
Micheal Mc Monagle
(PhD)
Micheal Mc Monagle currently works as the Resource scientist with Arramara Teo. Micheal does primarily research in Phycology, and Remote sensing. Their most recent publication is 'Sustainable harvesting of wild seaweed resources.
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