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Professor Dominic Wells awarded the President's Medal
Professor Dominic Wells has been awarded the President's Medal at the recent Royal Society of Biology AGM. The President's Medal is awarded annually to an individual who has made an exceptional contribution to the Society, going above and beyond …Professor Dominic Wells has been awarded the President's Medal at the recent Royal Society of …
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Peke-a-poo: Boom in designer dogs creates the perfect storm for animal welfare issues
A new study, led by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), has revealed a huge demand for designer crossbreed dogs in the UK between 2019 and 2020 and has identified the main factors behind the increasing demand – including beliefs that they are more … -
New research shows Pugs have high health risks and can no longer be considered a ‘typical dog’ from a health perspective
A new study from the Royal Veterinary College suggests urgent action is needed as many health issues of Pugs are associated with their extreme body shape New research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed that the health of Pugs in … -
Leading the flock: The RVC launches new ‘Flockmaster’ Course to help sheep farmers increase their flock productivity and improve the health of their sheep
The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has launched a new course for sheep farmers, shepherds, and smallholders to help them build knowledge and skills to protect and increase their flock productivity and improve the health of their sheep. Rearing …The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has launched a new course for sheep farmers, shepherds, and …
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The RVC demonstrates the strength and breadth of research with the 2021 REF results
The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has demonstrated its breadth and depth of research excellence, celebrating 88% of research being rated as world-leading (4*) or internationally excellent (3*), according to the 2021 Research Excellence Framework (REF) results.The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has demonstrated its breadth and depth of research excellence, …
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RVC retains Leader in Openness status
The Concordat on Openness on Animal Research in the UK, is a voluntary code of practice that commits signatory organisations to enhance their animal research communications. Leaders in Openness are Concordat signatories who commit considerable …The Concordat on Openness on Animal Research in the UK, is a voluntary code of practice that …
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The Royal Veterinary College Equine Referral Hospital offers brand new targeted melanoma treatment for inoperable areas of horses
The RVC Equine Referral Hospital is the only centre in the UK to offer melanoma treatment for horses using non-invasive heat technology The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) Equine Referral Hospital has become the first clinic in the UK to offer a … -
RVC’s Professor Joanne Webster awarded prestigious Fellowship of the Academy of Medical Sciences
Professor Joanne P. Webster, Chair of Parasitic Diseases at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), has this week been elected as a Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences (FMedSci) for her exceptional contributions to the advancement of biomedical … -
The RVC’s Professor Joanne Webster announced as new Director of London Centre for Neglected Tropical Disease Research
Professor Joanne Webster, the Royal Veterinary College (RVC)’s Chair of Parasitic Diseases, has this week been announced as the new Director of the London Centre for Neglected Tropical Disease Research (LCNTDR). LCNTDR is an innovative research …Professor Joanne Webster, the Royal Veterinary College (RVC)’s Chair of Parasitic Diseases, has …
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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.