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• MRes - Characterising the role of long non-coding RNAs (lnc-RNAs) in feline Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM)

  Lead RVC Supervisor: Dr. Androniki Psifidi, Prof. David Connolly, Prof. Virginia Luis Fuentes, Dr. Ankit Hinsu  Department: Clinical Science and Services, Royal Veterinary College  Background, aims and objectives: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy ( …

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• Canine conditions treated by open-heart surgery

  The RVC is Europe's leading centre for pet heart surgery, having been at the forefront for more than a decade.

• Puppy and Kitten Dental Care

  Puppies and kittens initially have baby teeth that are naturally replaced by adult teeth by approximately six months of age. It is essential to monitor puppy/kitten teeth to ensure that transition occurs smoothly, with all adult teeth coming in …
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  Progressing IMHA Treatment Through Collaborative Research

  Barbara Glanemann, Associate Professor in Small Animal Medicine    Most immune-mediated haemolytic anaemia (IMHA) treatments involve suppressing the immune system to stop the body from destroying its own red blood cells. Distressing side effects of …

• Investigating the Genomic and Epigenetic landscape of Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy (HCM) in cats - MRes Project

  Supervisors: Dr. Androniki Psifidi, Prof. David Connolly, Prof. Virginia Luis Fuentes, Dr. Ankit Hinsu Department: Clinical Science and Services, Royal Veterinary College Project Details: Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) is the most common …

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• 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 …

   10 Jun 2025

  A new study led by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has revealed significant genetic and …

• Pebble’s Story: How the RVC’s Blood Donor of the Year helped save her life

  

  When Pebble became unwell, a visit to the vet revealed that her red blood cell count had dropped significantly, and she would require emergency treatment. Pebble’s owners, Layla and Ciaran, brought her to the RVC Small Animal Referrals Hospital the same day. Thanks to a blood donation from Theo, our 2025 Feline Blood Donor of the Year, Pebble received the care she needed to begin her recovery.

   16 Jun 2025

  When Pebble became unwell, a visit to the vet revealed that her red blood cell count had dropped …

• MRes - Exploring the effects of maternal obesity on trophoblast cell differentiation and placental function

  Supervisor: António Galvão   Department: Comparative Biomedical Sciences    Project Details: This exciting research program investigates how maternal obesity disrupts critical processes in placental development, with particular focus on …

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  Clinical Forum: Managing Patients with Portosystemic Shunts

  A number of clinical studies recently performed at the RVC have been published, but the evidence base for the management of animals with a congenital portosystemic shunt (CPSS), particularly cats, remains weak (M. Tivers & Lipscomb, 2011a, 2011b; M. …

• RVC studies identify lack of public awareness surrounding puppy importation

  

  Two new studies from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) have revealed widespread public misunderstanding about the importation of puppies from countries within the European Union (EU). With growing concern about the scale and impact of this trade, …

   25 Jul 2025

  Two new studies from the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) have revealed widespread public …