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Scientists discover songbirds have an unusual chromosome
A new study, involving scientists from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) in England and the Institute of Cytology and Genetics (ICG) in Russia, has found that all songbirds have an additional chromosome in their germ cells unlike other avian species.A new study, involving scientists from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) in England and the …
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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. -
Young, male and crossbred cats at most risk of road accidents
Being young, male and crossbred increases a cat’s chances of being hit by a car, according to the findings of a new paper published today. -
Wildebeest muscles almost three times more efficient than a car engine
Wildebeest muscles have an extremely high efficiency of 62.6%. By comparison, most animal muscles and a car engine are only 25% efficient -
RVC joins forces with tech start up; Felcana
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Old dogs are now teaching us new tricks
Research conducted by the RVC has identified that the emotional and physical connection between dogs and their owners is even more powerful than previously understood. -
Hopes to improve practise after first systematic review of the effectiveness and safety of anti-epileptic drugs in cats
Researchers from Ghent University (UGhent), Austria Veterinary Medicine School (Austria VetMed) and the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) have found that testing anti-epileptic drugs’ effectiveness and safety for cats has been generally subpar, worse than what was formerly reported in dogs.Researchers from Ghent University (UGhent), Austria Veterinary Medicine School (Austria VetMed) and …
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Leading veterinarian awarded prestigious National Teaching Fellowship
An RVC professor has been honoured with a national award in recognition of her substantial national and international contributions to education and pedagogy. -
New research reveals secrets of the demographics and disorders in German Shepherd Dogs
A new study conducted by the VetCompass™ Programme at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed novel insights into the demographics and disorders of German Shepherd Dogs. -
Supporting students to feel confident as important as clinical skills
“What are the Professional Competencies?” - presentation by Liz Armitage-Chan at EAEVE Educational Symposium