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How curved are your bones? RVC study finds smart bones curve to protect against fracture
How curved are your bones? RVC study finds smart bones curve to protect against fractureBone adaptation to physiological forces at the organ level is not related to local mechanical …
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New study explains how fish got their fingers
New analysis of anatomical evidence shows how the limbs of land vertebrates (such as mammals and reptiles) originated from the fins of water-bound fishes. -
How cheetahs find each other in their vast home ranges in Botswana
Researchers from the Structure and Motion Lab have published a paper on how cheetahs find each other in their vast home ranges in Botswana. Dr Tatjana Hubel, Prof Alan Wilson and collaborators from Cheetah Conservation Botswana tracked a coalition …Researchers from the Structure and Motion Lab have published a paper on how cheetahs find each …
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New research from the RVC reveals how boredom can manifest in animals
A new study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed that sensory monotony can induce boredom-like behaviour in rats, as happens in humans. These findings could have implications for animal training, animal welfare, and for understanding …A new study from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed that sensory monotony can induce …
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How gliding barn owls could be the key to improved flight of small aircraft
New research from the RVC shows potential to reduce drag Aeronautical engineers have long looked to birds to develop more efficient and aerodynamic designs. Thanks to a new study observing gliding barn owls by researchers at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), there is now evidence that tail postures can minimise drag. -
Lily the barn owl reveals how birds fly in gusty winds
Newly discovered avian suspension system has implications for bio-inspired aircraft -
RVC research reveals how ageing may contribute to tendon injuries
New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has identified the different cell populations in horses’ tendons and established which cells are most affected by ageing. These findings will help develop a better understanding of why older … -
How might translational vaccinology contribute to tackling some of the greatest global health challenges of modern times?
How might translational vaccinology contribute to tackling some of the greatest global health challenges of modern times? Dr Camilla Benfield, a lecturer in virology, recently attended the international Translational Vaccinology Keystone Conference …How might translational vaccinology contribute to tackling some of the greatest global health …
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How we solved the 'bumblebee paradox' - Dr Richard Bomphrey is a STEM Career Hero of the Month
The Telegraph newspaper has this month designated Dr Richard Bomphrey of the Structure and Motion group as one of it's STEM Career Heroes. The STEM awards are designed to encourage innovation in the areas of science, technology, engineering and … -
RVC wins research grant to investigate how viral diseases spread in salmon farms
RVC wins research grant to investigate how viral diseases spread in salmon farmsThe Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has been awarded a £500,000 BBSRC (Biotechnology and Biological …