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New research reveals frogs’ impressive ability to jump at an extreme range of take-off angles
Research led by the RVC shows how frogs are able to achieve a wide range of jump angles, from nearly horizontal to almost vertical -
New research from the RVC highlights pandemic risks posed by evolving swine flu viruses in Europe
A new study led by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed significant genetic and antigenic diversity in European swine influenza viruses, raising the critical need for pandemic preparedness and vaccine effectiveness in both animal and …A new study led by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed significant genetic and …
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RVC research tackles endemic cattle disease
Royal Veterinary College (RVC) research could enable cattle to be vaccinated more effectively against bovine viral diarrhoea virus (BVDV), an endemic viral disease which has a considerable economic impact in the UK and elsewhere.Royal Veterinary College (RVC) research could enable cattle to be vaccinated more effectively …
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Huge Congratulations to Liane Preshaw on her MPhil
We are very pleased to announce that Liane Preshaw nee Crowther has been granted her MPhil on 'An investigation into the development and potential application of a Welfare Assessment protocol to assess horse welfare using animal-based …We are very pleased to announce that Liane Preshaw nee Crowther has been granted her …
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VetCompassTM study identifies top dog breeds affected with demodicosis
Demodicosis is a relatively common parasitic skin disease in dogs that results when the normally harmless Demodex spp. mites in hair follicles multiply to excessive numbers. Clinical presentation can vary, but severe lesions and secondary infection … -
VetCompass study identifies the side effects to systemic glucocorticoids in dogs in the UK
Glucocorticoids are commonly used in companion animal veterinary practice. However, glucocorticoids have been associated with various side effects. This new VetCompass study used data from primary-care clinics in the UK. Review of the records of 3,00 … -
BVNA Congress poster prizes
Congratulations to our Veterinary Nursing students who were awarded poster prizes at the recent BVNA Congress for their final year projects. It is an excellent achievement to receive this recognition at a national level. Sarah Watkins poster was …Congratulations to our Veterinary Nursing students who were awarded poster prizes at the recent …
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There's an elephant in the camp!
A current PhD student in the RVC's Structure and Motion Lab discusses her experiences and the highlights of collecting data in the field -
Data science blog on VetCompass™ dataset
The lead data scientist for VetCompass™, Noel Kennedy, has recently written a blog about the application of machine learning techniques to the VetCompass™ dataset and discusses the possibilities of analysing free text in veterinary data. This gives … -
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 …