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New equine research reveals laminitis is as common as colic and is a year-round threat
One in 10 horses or ponies may develop at least one laminitis episode each year, making it just as common as colic, according to a new study led by Dr Danica Pollard, a PhD student at the Royal Veterinary College. The research was conducted by the … -
RVC joins forces with the Jordan University of Science and Technology to build biosecurity infrastructure in the Middle East
The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) is working closely with the UK Government and counterparts in Jordan to build public health and biosecurity infrastructure in the Middle East. As part of this effort, since 2015 the RVC has twinned with a leading … -
ACT Summer Studentship - undertaken Summer 2014
ACT Summer Studentship 2014 Olivia Lane was a second year BVetMed student, who was awarded a summer studentship this summer, by the Animal Care Trust, to undertake a research project with Professor Richard Piercy. Olivia tells us about how the …ACT Summer Studentship 2014
Olivia Lane was a second year BVetMed student, who was awarded a …
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New Equine Locomotor Research Course at the Royal Veterinary College
The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) is launching a new Graduate Diploma in Equine Locomotor Research (Grad Dip ELR), which offers farriers the opportunity to gain skills and experience in producing original research to increase the evidence base behind farriery, and enhance equine welfare. -
RVC’s Senior Vice Principal recognised for professional achievement by The American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges
The American Association of Veterinary Medical Colleges (AAVMC) awarded several individuals, including Professor Stephen May, Senior Vice Principal at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), with the AAVMC Presidential Awards for Meritorious Services at its March 2020 Annual Conference. -
RVC Equine vet appointed as Honorary Vet for the Riding for the Disabled Association
Dr Nick Hart has been appointed as the new national Honorary Vet for the Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) after being nominated by its members. The Riding for the Disabled Association (RDA) provides equine opportunities for 25,000 disabled … -
Professor Oliver Pybus elected as Fellow of The Royal Society
Professor Oliver Pybus, Vice Principal for Research and Innovation at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS), for his outstanding contribution to excellence in science. Through his election, Professor Pybus joins an esteemed community of scientists awarded the FRS and is one of just a few RVC staff who have been awarded this honour. -
‘Nursing Matters’: RVC researchers launch exploration of mental health and wellbeing amongst veterinary nurses
As part of a larger project, called ‘Nursing Matters’, RVC researchers are calling for both registered veterinary nurses (RVNs) and student veterinary nurses (SVNs) to participate in a 20–25 minute survey to gain in-depth insights into how and why …As part of a larger project, called ‘Nursing Matters’, RVC researchers are calling for both …
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Equine welfare set to be improved by new study into laminitis
Equine welfare is set to be improved by a new PhD study into the chronic condition of laminitis, a painful and debilitating equine foot condition that often requires prolonged treatment, or even euthanasia in severe cases. Previous research has … -
RVC celebrates first graduates in Equine Locomotor Research
The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) is proud to announce the successful graduation of all 12 students from its new Graduate Diploma in Equine Locomotor Research.