RTÉ Brainstorm

Irish funerals and wakes since ancient times have always highlighted the importance of food, feasting and hospitality

Irish dance has deep historical ties with cultural nationalism and identity, but its financial importance for women cannot be overlooked

The impact of Ireland's marriage bar on the affected women's professional lives and careers is still felt to this day. By Jennifer Redmond, Maynooth University; Judith Harford, UCD and Deirdre Foley, UCC.

As fans gather for the Most Wuthering Heights Day Ever in Dublin, a look at the life, work and Irish connections of Kate Bush

From the "black loaf" to a shortage of tea, the Emergency's hardships forced Ireland to try out many alternative foodstuffs

One of the mainstays of city life for over 170 years, the store's iconic clock provided a meeting place for generations of Dubliners

The good news is that they're highly recyclable, but the process can be hazardous due to potential fires and other dangers

You'll find very few positive depictions of old age sexuality yet research confirms the importance of active sex lives to this cohort

The D7 Play Streets initiative is about showing what a simple reallocation of public space which puts children first and which returns the street to a source of social life could look like

Altering words in some way to conceal their meaning to those outside the group is typical of jargons the world over

If organisations won't create safe, welcoming and positive workplaces, they shouldn't be surprised if employees won't put up with it. By Professor Kevin Murphy, University of Limerick.

How a coffee laced with whiskey, sugar and cream came to be seen as the height of sophistication. By Barry Houlihan, University of Galway

The price of a ticket to see your favourite act has increased dramatically for a plethora of reasons. By Aoife Ryan-Christensen, RTÉ Brainstorm.

The pop star's references to books and classic literature allows us to see her self-awareness and growth as an artist. By Ellen Howley, DCU.

The WRC is a one stop shop for the resolution of a myriad of employment law issues and disputes. By Brenda Daly, DCU

We don't just break into a blast of 'Ole Ole Ole' at soccer matches, but also at gigs, homecomings and other celebrations. By Aoife Ryan-Christensen, Brainstorm

The mystery, romance and cult around Michael Collins has created an idealised version of the Irish leader. By Aoife Ryan-Christensen, RTÉ Brainstorm

Dirt on a blade's surface can decrease a wind turbine's efficiency by up to 40% after just two weeks of operation. By Seamus Cummins, DCU

Many people embark on jobs on the side to maximise their talent, make full use of potential and earn some extra income. By Bhuvan Israni, TU Dublin

What we say and how we behave is influenced by cultural norms and can lead to critical (and sometimes funny) incidents. By Florence Le Baron-Earle, University of Limerick

Connla Mac an Leagha's 16th century collection contains many remedies and treatments intended to enhance the appearance of the medieval Irish man and woman. By Siobhán Barrett, Maynooth University.

When a player is shot dead in the middle of a match, there's only one lad to turn to for answers and that's detective Réics Carlos. By Siobhán Doyle, Brainstorm.

We are much further removed from becoming a cashless society than some might like to think. By Olive McCarthy, UCC.

Boyfriend characters in many novels can show women how a potential romantic partner's toxic behaviour should act as a warning. By Maria Butler, UCC.

Listening to Gaelic games on the radio is a way for many of the Irish diaspora to maintain their sense of Irishness. By Daithí McMahon, University of Derby