Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies seeks entries to 2027 Mary Mulvihill Award

The Dublin Institute for Advanced Studies (DIAS) has announced its call for entries to the 2027 Mary Mulvihill Award. This prestigious award, established in memory of the late science journalist and author, Mary Mulvihill, invites undergraduate and postgraduate students from across Ireland to submit their creative interpretations of the annual theme. This year, the theme is 'movement', reflecting Mulvihill's diverse interests in science, technology, human culture, and the natural world.

The competition welcomes entries from students of all disciplines, who can explore the theme through a variety of formats. These include written texts, photographs, infographics, comic strips, and other visual representations. Additionally, competitors may submit interviews in text, video, or audio format. The organisers emphasize that movement can be interpreted scientifically, critically, or imaginatively, highlighting its unpredictable and yet certain nature, as well as its tangible essence and mundane everyday presence.

The winners of the 2027 award will receive €2,000, with the judges having the discretion to award an additional €500 for a highly commended entry. Last year's theme, 'time', was successfully navigated by Cian Morgan, a medical student at Trinity College Dublin, whose entry 'The Cows of Carlow: A Conversation with My Grandad' was inspired by personal and historical reflections on time.

Interested candidates should visit the DIAS' webpage for detailed information on the submission process. With the closing date set for 5 April 2027, aspiring scientists, writers, and artists are urged to seize this opportunity to showcase their creative abilities and contribute to the celebration of Mulvihill's legacy.