06.02.2013
Leading Gerontologist to speak on Spirituality and Healthcare
Des O‘Neill, Professor of Medical Gerontology at Trinity College Dublin will deliver the 2013 TCD Ecumenical Chaplaincy Lecture on Tuesday February 12. The lecture, entitled ‘Raiding the Inarticulate: Religion, Spirituality and Healthcare’, will be given at 7.00 pm in the College Chapel, Front Square TCD. Admission is free and all are welcome.
Professor O’Neill’s research interests are in neurosciences and ageing with a particular interest in the humanities and in the so–called ‘longevity dividend’ that which we have gained from ageing. He has been prominent in practical and academic development in both gerontology and geriatric medicine in Ireland and overseas, as well as public engagement through print and broadcast media. He is also Director of Aois agus Eolas, the Centre for Ageing, Neuroscience and the Humanities.
For further information contact the Revd Darren McCallig, Dean of Residence and Chaplain TCD, Tel: (01) 8961402 or Email: mccalld@tcd.ie