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Trinity College Dublin, the sole college of the University of Dublin, is acknowledged as the leading university in Ireland and has worldwide recognition as one of the leading research-intensive learning institutions in the world. To support the work of the academics and students, there is an excellent legal staff tasked with both the smooth operation of the university and the protection of any innovations that may originate on the campus. Heather Murphy works with a focus on the protection of the college’s intellectual property; covering the international brand and reputation of the university as it seeks to attract talent from all over the globe. Sinead Mac Bride, information compliance officer and solicitor, works to ensure the security of the students, management of suppliers, international joint ventures and other elements of the day-to-day operation of the university.