New research highlights 250,000 unowned cats live in the UK鈥檚 towns and cities
Around a quarter of a million cats 鈥� or broadly the human population of Southampton - are living rough in the UK鈥檚 towns and cities.
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Fat matters more than muscle for heart health, research finds
New research has found that changes in body fat impact early markers of heart health more than changes in body muscle, suggesting there are greater benefits to be expected from losing fat than from gaining muscle.
Bristol academics identify ways to make equestrian sport safer for horses and riders
In the first study of horse falls for over 20 years, University of Bristol academics have identified some simple interventions to reduce the risk of injury in equestrian sport - making it safer for both horses and riders.
Flowering plants: an evolution revolution
Researchers at the University of Bristol have identified the huge impact of flowering plants on the evolution of life on Earth.
Perinatal mental health crucial for physical and mental wellbeing of both parents and child
The importance of looking after the mental health of parents during pregnancy and after childbirth, in order to promote the physical and mental wellbeing of both parents and child, is highlighted in The Lancet today.
SETsquared Bristol鈥檚 Breakthrough Bursary returns to support BAME tech founders
World leading technology incubator SETsquared Bristol, led by the University of Bristol, is relaunching its Breakthrough Bursary for the third year, continuing its commitment to promoting inclusion and equal opportunities in tech.
Bristol childhood obesity clinic forms blueprint for national NHS pilot
Children and young people with severe obesity will receive intensive support with a pilot of 15 new specialist NHS services based on a clinic in Bristol.
Giant pandas鈥� distinctive black and white markings provide effective camouflage, study finds
The high-contrast pattern of giant pandas helps them blend in with their natural environment.
Moth wingtips an 鈥榓coustic decoy鈥� to thwart bat attack, scientists find
Wingtips of certain species of silkmoth are structured to reflect sound and throw off attackers, according to a new study.
Facemask ventilation of patients for surgery does not increase the risk of spread of COVID-19
New research published in Anaesthesia (a journal of the Association of Anaesthetists) says that the use of facemask ventilation during routine surgery should not be classed as an aerosol-generating procedure and does not increase the risk of COVID-19 transmission compared with normal breathing/coughing of patients.