Science with Luke O'Neill

It might sound like a dream. No commute. No boss. Just you working from the comfort of your own kitchen or living room.

But, working remotely may not be as relaxing as it might seem. Professor Luke O'Neill joined us to explain why.

Prof Luke O'Neill joins Pat on the show to talk about his new book' The Great Irish Science Book' for children.

Professor of Biochemistry at Trinity College Dublin Luke O'Neill joined Pat on the show to discuss the weird and wacky discoveries nominated for the Ig Nobel Prize in 2019.

Professor of Biochemistry at  Trinity College Luke O'Neil joins Pat in studio to discuss the science behind sleep.

Luke O'Neill, Professor of Biochemistry at Trinity College Dublin discusses Senolytics: might a new pill being developed by scientists spell the end for ageing?

The seasons may be about to change, but that pesky Summer cold can linger on. Luke O'Neill explained where these colds come from, and how they differ from our winter sniffles.

Whales, and elephants are notoriously large. This should increase their cancer risk. Yet, they have much lower rates of cancer than humans. Professor Luke O'Neill explained why.

Food cravings hit us all at various points in our lives. Whether your tired, hungover, or pregnant, we've all had a hankering for a bar of chocolate or a greasy burger. But, what is the science behind these feelings? Luke O'Neill our science expert joined us and explained.

Luke O'Neill told us all about the science behind the Chernobyl disaster and the impact of the radiation on the area. As well as on those people, plants and animals who called it home.

As the 50th anniversary of the first Apollo landing approaches, a host of countries are undertaking lunar missions. What’s behind the new space race? Professor of Biochemistry at Trinity College Dublin Luke O'Neill tells us.