I have a new #paper available as a preprint on #OSF! 📰 This study introduces "MQ-Class" to tackle two key methodological challenges in measuring #media #ideology : 🟦detecting subtle forms of news bias 💻📱 🟦integrating #human #expertise with LLMs👩‍🔬👨‍🔬 (See more below!) doi.org/10.31235/osf...

New research publication from Dr @matthiasdilling.bsky.social & Dr @leoniedejonge.bsky.social titled 'Democratic dissatisfaction, the far right, and party brand activation' out now via the Political Research Exchange. To read the full paper: doi.org/10.1080/2474...

The Department of Political Science is looking forward to hosting Dr @maarja.bsky.social at next Monday's Seminar Series.

Check out our 'In the Media' page, a round-up of recent media appearances by our colleagues across all 4 departments. 👉https://www.tcd.ie/ssp/people/in-the-media/ ⚡Highlights include: Professor @ronanlyons.bsky.social in @irishtimes.com Professor Gail McElroy on the Inside Politics podcast

"Since graduating from ASDS, I got hired to work as a research associate on a project about misinformation on WhatsApp in the Global South at Universidad Carlos III, Madrid, Spain." Read more from our MSc ASDS alumni in the latest Graduate Stories: tinyurl.com/yewx6ue3

Dr Michelle D’Arcy has published a book chapter in new book ‘How We Teach Africa Matters’. In the book, Dr D'Arcy's chapter explores how she uses role plays and world building exercises in her teachings to challenge misconceptions about African politics. Read the chapter here: tinyurl.com/59rtdhv3

We are delighted to announce that the School of Social Sciences and Philosophy has renewed its Athena Swan Bronze Award with a new action plan for the years 2025-2030.👏 Read more: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/... @tlrhub.bsky.social @tcddublin.bsky.social

Excited to give a talk at @tcdpoliticalsci.bsky.social! I’ll be presenting a recent paper in @psrm.bsky.social with @patrickbayer.bsky.social and @fgenovese.bsky.social: doi.org/10.1017/psrm... Until then, I’ll mull over the fact that it really is time I get myself a proper academic picture

We look forward to welcoming Prof Pablo A. Peña to Trinity College on the 10th of March. 👏 Prof Peña will be discussing human capital theory - the idea that investing in a person’s knowledge and skills has a wide range of economic effects. You can register for the event via: tinyurl.com/yc5hzdfc

The Department of Political Science is looking forward to hosting Dr @lorenzocrippa.bsky.social for the Monday Seminar Series.

New research publication from Dr Thomas Chadefaux & Dr Chien Lu titled 'Structured Pixels: Satellite Imagery as the Cause in Causal Effect Estimation' out now via ScholarSpace. To read the full paper: hdl.handle.net/10125/111587

New research publication from Dr @gizemarikan.bsky.social & Dr Judit Ralbovszki titled 'The effect of terrorism on religious minorities: evidence from the German Socio-Economic Panel' out now via the Journal of Peace Research. To read the full paper: doi.org/10.1093/jopr...

Professor @gailmcelroy.bsky.social and @theresareidy.bsky.social take a scientific look at the 2024 general election on the Inside Politics Podcast hosted by Hugh Linehan. You can listen to the full interview on the Irish Times: www.irishtimes.com/podcasts/ins...

New research publication from Dr Thomas Chadefaux & Dr Chien Lu titled 'Structured Pixels: Satellite Imagery as the Cause in Causal Effect Estimation' out now via ScholarSpace. To read the full paper: hdl.handle.net/10125/111587

New research publication from Dr @gizemarikan.bsky.social & Dr Judit Ralbovszki titled 'The effect of terrorism on religious minorities: evidence from the German Socio-Economic Panel' out now via the Journal of Peace Research. To read the full paper: doi.org/10.1093/jopr...

A podcast by Prof Peter Stone is now available online. In the podcast, titled "The Luck of the Draw," Prof Stone discusses the use of lotteries to make many social & political decisions, such as university admissions. The podcast can be found at tinyurl.com/59f8r964 or on YT at tinyurl.com/nejesx9j

Thanks for a great EU Legal Historians Workshop last week, supported by the Jean Monnet Chair!

You are kindly invited to the Monday Seminar Series hosted by the Department of Political Science for a talk by Dr Sarah Wagner “Beyond Routine: Skill Specialization and the New Economics of Radical Left Voting.” Date & Venue: January 26, 1-2:30 PM in C6.002 (TRiSS Seminar Room), Arts Building.

We wish all our students and staff a well-deserved break over the festive season and we look forward to welcoming you back for Hilary Term in January! @tcdeconomics.bsky.social @tcdsociology.bsky.social @tcdphilosophy.bsky.social @tcdpoliticalsci.bsky.social

Professor Raj Chari and Dr Liam Kneafsey have worked closely with College leadership to ensure Trinity is well placed to contribute effectively to policy, research, and public engagement during the upcoming 2026 EU Presidency. #IrelandEU2026 #EU2026IE youtube.com/shorts/oMGlm...

Dr Asli Ceren Cinar (@tcdpoliticalsci.bsky.social) is up this month for our Spotlight Series! 🔦 Asli shares her research on how nonverbal cues from politicians - like a charismatic look or a competent voice - can affect voters’ decision-making processes. Learn more here: www.tcd.ie/ssp/people/s...

📢Thinking about a move in 2026? Join the School of Social Sciences & Philosophy at Trinity College Dublin! 🎓 We are currently looking for Assistant Professors across our 4 Departments, each of which is the top ranked in Ireland ☘️🚀 Apply at jobs.tcd.ie

This month on Graduate Stories, we spoke to Kaley Burg who graduated from the MSc in Applied Social Data Science in 2024 and is now pursuing her doctoral research in the University of Vienna! 🧐 Read more: tinyurl.com/mufd9r3w @tcdschoolssp.bsky.social @academicregistry.bsky.social

The Department of Political Science is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in Political Science. Closing date for applications is 15th of January 2026. Job details: jobs.tcd.ie @tcdschoolssp.bsky.social @trisstcd.bsky.social

The Department of Political Science is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in International Politics. Closing date for applications is 15th of January 2026. Job details: jobs.tcd.ie @tcdschoolssp.bsky.social @trisstcd.bsky.social

The Department of Political Science is seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in Political Economy. Closing date for applications is 5th of January 2026. Job details: jobs.tcd.ie @tcdschoolssp.bsky.social @trisstcd.bsky.social

🚨How Ireland Voted 2024 is out!🇮🇪🗳️ Featuring insights from TCD’s Lisa Keenan, Gail McElroy & Michael Gallagher, plus six PhD alumni — Rory Costello, Kevin Cunningham, Jos Elkink, Stefan Müller, Eoin O'Malley & Jane Suiter. A must-read: link.springer.com/book/10.1007/978-3-031-93795-8

On 8th December 2025, the School of Social Sciences & Philosophy held its Annual Student Prize Ceremony at the Synge Theatre. The occasion celebrated our outstanding Political Science students & honoured their exceptional achievements.🎉📚 Learn more: tinyurl.com/ycewdrke

Come meet us this Saturday at #TrinityOpenDay! 🥳 The Department of Political Science will be at our stand in the Exam Hall from 10am. 🚨Also, don’t miss our Political Science presentations: 🕙10:20am — Regent House 🕝2:40pm — Davis Theatre, Arts Building We can’t wait to see you there!

Very much looking forward to giving the TIME keynote lecture on the impact of development research in Dublin next Wednesday Come along if you're in town! @tcdeconomics.bsky.social @tcdpoliticalsci.bsky.social @tcddublin.bsky.social

📍EUI at Trinity College Dublin → 27 November Discover the EUI’s fully-funded PhD programmes and meet researchers and alumni who will share their academic journeys. ⏰ 18:30–19:30 (UK time) 🔗 Register here: https://loom.ly/rAMGigc

The Department of Political Science invites applications for one year full-time or two year part-time MSc in International Politics programme at Trinity College Dublin. The deadline to apply is 30th June 2026. Learn more and apply here: tinyurl.com/fxrs9fet

Applications for the PhD Political Science now open!📣 The Department of Political Science invites applications for four-year fully funded PhD studentships at Trinity College Dublin. The deadline to apply is 1st April 2026. Learn more & apply here: tinyurl.com/2rv4p89d

Prof Raj Chari's research has been selected as a global impact case study for Trinity's Civic Engagement Societal Impact initiative.🥳 Read the full impact case study here: tinyurl.com/2w5cuw9s @trisstcd.bsky.social @tcdschoolssp.bsky.social @tcddublin.bsky.social @trinityresearch.bsky.social

"Can democracy survive the age of Artificial Intelligence?" The thought-provoking lecture by Prof Boussalis, Dr Paskhalis & Dr Cinar which took place during the Autumn Public Lecture Series on A.I. is now available to watch on YouTube: tinyurl.com/5j54zern

Thank you to Judge Colm Mac Eochaidh for a great Jean Monnet talk to students last Friday! @euerasmusplus.bsky.social

Prof Raj Chari's research has been selected as a global impact case study for Trinity's Civic Engagement Societal Impact initiative.🥳 Read the full impact case study here: tinyurl.com/2w5cuw9s @trisstcd.bsky.social @tcdschoolssp.bsky.social @tcddublin.bsky.social @trinityresearch.bsky.social

"Irish presidential elections are renowned for their unpredictability" Prof Gail McElroy weighs in on Friday's Presidential Election in Ireland in The Conversation. Read more here: theconversation.com/irelands-pre...

Congratulations to @matthiasdilling.bsky.social who was awarded the 2025 Brian Farrell Book Prize by @psaireland.bsky.social the Political Studies Association of Ireland for his book 'Parties under Pressure', published by University of Chicago Press. Learn more here: tinyurl.com/38utpmhp

Congratulations to @matthiasdilling.bsky.social who was awarded the 2025 Brian Farrell Book Prize by @psaireland.bsky.social the Political Studies Association of Ireland for his book 'Parties under Pressure', published by University of Chicago Press. Learn more here: tinyurl.com/38utpmhp

Thank you to Professor @cboussalis.bsky.social, Dr Tom Paskhalis & Dr Aslı Ceren Çınar from @tcdpoliticalsci.bsky.social for their talks on 'Democracy and AI' last night - our final lecture in our School's Autumn Public Lecture Series! 🚨 All lectures will be available on YouTube soon! 👏 #polsci

Tonight Dr Constantine Boussalis, Dr Asli Ceren Çınar, and Dr Tom Paskhalis present Democracy and AI: Navigating the Political Risks at 7pm in the Synge Theatre! If you can't make it, please release your ticket as we have a long waitlist!🚨 tinyurl.com/2k9fpy5c

On Friday 3 October, Our very own Prof Peter Stone & Dr. Alexa Zellentin (Political Science, UCD) organised a workshop on political theory methodology at Trinity College Dublin. You can learn more about the workshop here: tinyurl.com/5bmbx5ue

We are delighted to announce the Pol Sci Graduate Stories, where we focus the spotlight on our postgraduate alumni & their journeys. This month's feature is Shekhar Kedia (MSc ASDS). Kedia talks about what he's been up to since graduating from Trinity College. Read here: www.tcd.ie/Political_Sc...

The Political Science Department at Trinity College Dublin welcomes applications under the Government of Ireland Postdoctoral Fellowship Programme, a scheme managed by the Irish Research Council (IRC).

It’s great to be part of #HigherOptions in the RDS this week. You'll find Trinity Political Science on the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences stand in the Main Hall- come by to learn more about studying politics at @tcddublin.bsky.social. @tcdschoolssp.bsky.social

🎙️ Exciting news! Lucas Da Silva, one of our PhD students in the Political Science Department joined @seanmoncrieff.bsky.social on @newstalkfm.bsky.social to discuss his research. Tune in to the interview here: link.goloudplayer.com/s/pGnJ3uW3vxTA #TCD #PoliticalScience #Newstalk #AcademicResearch

Join us for La Salle University Prof Charles Gallagher's talk on "How Racism, Xenophobia and Group Threat got Trump back to the White House, Thurs 21 Aug, 1pm, TRiSS Seminar Room, 6th Floor, Arts Bld, TCD Bookings required: tinyurl.com/yrs6fsbk @tcdsociology.bsky.social @tcdschoolssp.bsky.social

Our @tcdschoolssp.bsky.social Alumni Newsletter 2025 is now available to read! 📖 It looks back on the School's achievements over the past academic year. 👏 🔗Read the newsletter here: www.tcd.ie/ssp/alumni/n...

Congratulations to our own Professor Raj Chari! We look forward to seeing him lead @trisstcd.bsky.social into a bright future! ✨