Maeve McElligott

How to put joy at the centre of the university library The role of the university library is poised re-evaluation – not just as an academic hub but as a space where connection, belonging and access can come alive in everyday ways. Pro tip: cake and dogs h...

In an age where belonging can’t be assumed, our #libraries can quietly but powerfully remind every learner that they matter, that they’re welcome, and that knowledge is for them. The library is uniquely positioned to bravely, radically hold that space.

Deep Dive into Three AI Academic Search Tools AI add-ons incorporating retrieval-augmented generation are everywhere in academic search. But how—and how well—do they work? Our reviewer put Primo Research Assistant, Web of Science Research Assista...

Deep Dive into Three AI Academic Search Tools - Primo Research Assistant, Web of Science Research Assistant, Scopus AI - by yours truly. katinamagazine.org/content/arti...

The Manuscript of the Week is RIA MS 23 P 26, the Book of Fenagh. Written in Irish in 1516, it is mainly a revision of an older Book of St Caillín, which no longer survives.

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Just leaving Dublin for #CONUL2025. CAN'T WAIT! Tullamore here we come. @conulconference.bsky.social

Librarian // Poetry Ireland (Dublin 1) @poetryireland.bsky.social #LISjobsIE #libraryjobs #jobfairy
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There are still a few spaces left for #CONUL25. Please see conference.conul.ie/registration... for more details.

Cool and Unusual Things to Do in Tullamore Discover hidden attractions, cool sights, and unusual things to do in Tullamore from Charleville Castle to Lough Boora Discovery Park.

Looking for somewhere to explore in Tullamore? (rhyme not intended but we'll take it!)
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Let us know in the comments if there has been anywhere interesting near Tullamore that you have visited...

We're looking for a researcher with LGBTQ+ expertise and lived experience to develop a Queer Tour for NMI – Collins Barracks, launching May 2025 for the 10th Anniversary of Marriage Equality.
#LGBTHistory
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Unlocking Knowledge Through Open Access Join the LAI Open Scholarship Group as we explore how open access is transforming knowledge sharing, making it accessible to all.

The Library Association of Ireland #OpenScholarship Group is holding a *free* webinar on Friday March 7th - Unlocking Knowledge Through #OpenAccess 🔐
Join us to hear about repositories, #OABooks and useful open resources for sourcing information!
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There is just 1 week to go to submit abstracts for this year’s CONUL Conference; ‘Shaping Tomorrow: Reflections & New Directions’. Closing date is 16th Feb. Please see the website for more info: conference.conul.ie @conultl.bsky.social
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Get ready for @conulconf call for papers in Jan 2025! 28/29 May 2025 Tullamore Court Hotel. Theme ‘Shaping Tomorrow- Reflections and New Directions’- a little more time this year to get those thinking caps on! #conulconference

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First emperor penguin known to reach Australia found on tourist beach | BreakingNews.ie The animal is being cared for after suffering malnourishment.

Oh no!! Hope they take them home...First emperor penguin known to reach Australia found on tourist beach breakingnews.ie/world/first-... via
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Proud to see RCSI Library has launched the new EDI & Allyship Collection to support EDI (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion) to nurture, respectful, dignified, and safe learning and working environments. Catalogue Link: rcsidublin.primo.exlibrisgroup.com/discovery/co...