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Modelling the transmission and disease dynamics of toxoplasmosis
Dr Martin Walker has been awarded a BBSRC LIDo PhD studentship to research "Modelling the transmission and disease dynamics of toxoplasmosis". Toxoplasmosis is a disease caused by the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, which can infect humans and most …Dr Martin Walker has been awarded a BBSRC LIDo PhD studentship to research "Modelling the …
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Bio-inspired sensor technology to be used to help rotorcraft drones to operate more safely in built up environments
New work in the Structure and Motion Laboratory will help rotorcraft drones operate more safely in built up environments by using bio-inspired sensor technology. As part of a wider programme of work investigating insect and bird flight control, …New work in the Structure and Motion Laboratory will help rotorcraft drones operate more safely in …
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RVC’s Bioscience Programme Receives Accreditation by Royal Society of Biology
This accreditation demonstrates the high quality of the RVC’s biosciences programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels -
New One Health textbook empowers learners to take integrated approach to address health challenges
A new textbook called Principles of One Health for a better planet, edited by leading researcher Professor Barbara Häsler from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) in collaboration with international colleagues, has been published. The book offers an …A new textbook called Principles of One Health for a better planet, edited by leading researcher …
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RVC receives MRC funding to generate zebrafish models of Batten Disease
Batten disease is a group of inherited neurodegenerative diseases that affects children, causing blindness, seizures, and motor and cognitive decline, and is the most common form of dementia in children. Our recent publication(1) using the yeast …Batten disease is a group of inherited neurodegenerative diseases that affects children, causing …
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Has Covid-19 continued to impact people’s decision-making when it comes to buying puppies?
The Royal Veterinary College launches national follow up survey, “Pandemic Puppies – The Next Generation”, to determine whether the changing factors around the puppy buying process, which influence canine welfare, remained in 2021. -
Welcome to Nicola Blackie - Lecturer in Production Animal Science
AWSE is very excited to belatedly welcome our new lecturer in Production Animal Science. Nicola joined the RVC in Dec 2017 and has already submersed herself into the RVC world, not least by bringing a very welcome cheery face to the ice cold 1st …AWSE is very excited to belatedly welcome our new lecturer in Production Animal Science. Nicola …
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Holly Smith, Head Neurology & Rehabilitation RVN – 30 Year work anniversary
In June 2024 we celebrate a 30-year work anniversary for one of our highly experienced Registered Veterinary Nurse’s, Holly Smith. Holly qualified as an RVN in 1992 and worked in a mixed animal practice in Luton before moving to the QMHA in 1994. …In June 2024 we celebrate a 30-year work anniversary for one of our highly experienced Registered …
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New research from the RVC identifies impact of owner perceptions on brachycephalic dog welfare reforms
One in seven owners of extreme brachycephalic dogs stated that ‘nothing’ could put them off buying a brachycephalic dog. A new study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has identified key perceptual barriers to improving the welfare of …One in seven owners of extreme brachycephalic dogs stated that ‘nothing’ could put them off buying …
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VetCompass study featured in Your Cat magazine
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The October edition of Your Cat magazine is now available, and includes some important VetCompass findings on the life-spans of our feline friends. In the regular 'Vet's View' feature of this latest issue, highly-regarded vet Dr Bradley Viner ( …