What is a minor fellow in trinity college?

A Minor Fellow in Trinity College Dublin is an academic position held by a distinguished scholar or researcher who is not a full Fellow of the College. Minor Fellows are appointed by the Provost and Senior Fellows and are usually associated with a particular discipline or research area. They may be distinguished scholars or researchers from outside the College who are invited to join for a specific period of time, or they may be academics who are members of the College but have not yet progressed to the full Fellow position. Minor Fellows are entitled to certain rights and privileges, including the use of College facilities and resources, and may also be eligible to take part in College governance and decision-making bodies. The title of Minor Fellow is considered a prestigious academic distinction.