International
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Breakthrough in treatment for world鈥檚 leading cause of kidney failure in children
19 October 2023
A potential treatment for the world鈥檚 leading cause of kidney failure in children needing dialysis has been discovered by an international team of scientists. The University of Bristol-led breakthrough is published today [19 October] in Med.
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Pioneering research links the increase of misinformation shared by US politicians to a changing public perception of honesty
25 September 2023
Researchers have unravelled for the first time a fundamental shift in the way American politicians communicate on social media, which helps explain the proliferation of compelling misinformation.
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Major new research study to improve antibiotic prescribing for urinary tract infections in primary care
18 July 2023
New research led by the University of Bristol aims to help GPs choose the best antibiotic for treating urinary tract infections (UTIs) and reducing antimicrobial resistance (AMR), thanks to a 拢3 million award by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR).
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Pioneering research sheds surprising new light on evolution of plant kingdom
4 September 2023
A new study has uncovered intriguing insights into the evolution of plant biology, effectively rewriting the history of how they evolved over the past billion years.
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Research reveals countries where record-breaking heatwaves are likely to cause most harm
25 April 2023
A new study has highlighted under-prepared regions across the world most at risk of the devastating effects of scorching temperatures.
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Pet rabbits need freedom to exercise, study finds
25 April 2023
Pet rabbits have higher levels of the stress hormone - corticosterone - and show activity rebound when kept in small hutches with restricted exercise, new research led by the University of Bristol Vet School has found. The research, funded by the RSPCA, highlights the importance that pairs of pet rabbits should have the freedom to exercise outside their home enclosure even when they are kept in hutches larger than the traditional size.
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Trailblazing Bristol poet urges everyone to join pioneering Africa-led mission to 鈥榤ake the world a fairer, better place for all鈥�
30 October 2023
Acclaimed versifier, activist and educator Dr Lawrence Hoo is poised to present a compelling poem calling on people across the city and beyond to embark on a journey of 鈥渇airness and respect鈥� to tackle systemic discrimination, advance social justice, and recognise Africa as a leading knowledge powerhouse.
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Bristol part of 拢42 million boost for mental health research to unlock new treatments
30 May 2023
The University of Bristol is part of a 拢42.7 million 'Mental Health Mission' announced by the Government to accelerate research into mental health conditions, including those impacting children. The research will develop radical new treatments, improve the speed and accuracy of diagnosis and increase the use of technology to free up clinician time.
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Pioneering research sheds new light on the origins and composition of planet Mars
24 April 2023
A new study has uncovered intriguing insights into the liquid core at the centre of Mars, furthering understanding of the planet鈥檚 formation and evolution.
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鈥楶logging鈥� champion brings craze to Bristol
28 February 2022
Student Vivek鈥檚 campaign has collected 1,000 tonnes of trash.
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