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RVC research supports new legislation on the eradication of BVD in Welsh cattle
Following the success of the Gwaredu Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD) screening programme, which was supported by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) amongst other industry partners, the Welsh Government has announced new legislation to aid the …Following the success of the Gwaredu Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD) screening programme, which was …
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New research from the RVC explores the functions of leg muscles and structures in running
Research from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has explored the functions of leg muscles, structures and mechanisms in running, finding parallels with bicycle wheels that support body weight, and pedals and gears that enable the muscles to work … -
Epidemiology - VetCompass
The currently high proportion of dogs that are brachycephalic suggests that issues around the health and population explosion associated with these breeds should be considered as a major welfare issue for dogs at a population level. -
French Bulldogs and Bulldogs at high risk of "old dog syndrome"
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Aging dogs often show signs of Vestibular disease, often colloquially called “old dog syndrome”. Affected dogs typically show sudden loss of balance, collapsing, disorientation, head tilt and flickering of the eyes (nystagmus). These signs can be … -
Contacts and clusters in UK equids - understanding infectious disease risks
The Horse Trust has awarded a grant to the RVC’s Dr Jackie Cardwell and Dr Kim Stevens, in collaboration with Dr Kelsey Spence (University of Guelph), Dr Sarah Rosanowski (New Zealand Equine Health Association) and Prof Josh Slater (University of …The Horse Trust has awarded a grant to the RVC’s Dr Jackie Cardwell and Dr Kim Stevens, in …
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First published study from the RVC’s Graduate Diploma in Equine Locomotor Research explores the impact of farriery interventions on horses’ symmetry
A peer-reviewed study, by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), which examines the effect of farriery interventions, in this case road nails, and demonstrates the impact on horses movement symmetry including weight bearing and propulsion has been published. -
New collaboration between the RVC and UCB seeks to better understand diseases of excessive bone formation
Research, led by the RVC, will explore disease causing mechanisms of two severe bone diseases characterised by bone overgrowth. A new multi-year research project, led by the RVC, and in partnership with biopharmaceutical company UCB, will …Research, led by the RVC, will explore disease causing mechanisms of two severe bone diseases …
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New VetCompass study investigates potential association between exposure to antibiotics and corticosteroids and the development of diabetes mellitus in dogs
A new study at the Royal Veterinary College has investigated whether there is any association between exposure to particular classes of prescription drugs (antibiotics and corticosteroids) and the development of diabetes mellitus in dogs. … -
Royal Veterinary College professor wins prestigious research award
Professor Harriet Syme of the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has been announced as the winner of the Petplan Charitable Trust Scientific Research Award 2020. The award is made for outstanding contributions to veterinary research and reflects …Professor Harriet Syme of the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has been announced as the winner of …
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Research into Parkinson’s disease to be pioneered by the Royal Veterinary College and UCL with $7 million grant
Researchers at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) and UCL are launching a pioneering new study into the causes and progression of Parkinson’s disease, following a $7 million grant from the Aligning Science Across Parkinson’s (ASAP) initiative. …Researchers at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) and UCL are launching a pioneering new study into …