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RVC breakthrough reveals the molecular mechanisms that underlie a form of ‘tying up’ in horses
Breakthrough at Royal Veterinary College as researchers reveal the molecular mechanisms that underlie a common genetic form of ‘tying up’ in horses -
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. -
Leading global health scientists call for new strategy to tackle the diseases of tomorrow
The heads of the RVC and LSHTM urge the Government to tackle threats to global health by including One Health policy on the agendaUpdate: watch the video of the joint lecture and discussion
The heads of two of the country’ …
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RVC opens new Transfusion Medicine Centre, celebrating 20 years of life-saving Blood Donations for Pets
The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) is celebrating two decades of its pioneering Blood Donor Programme, based at its Hawkshead Campus in North Mymms, with the opening of a new Transfusion Medicine Centre. This milestone marks a commitment to …The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) is celebrating two decades of its pioneering Blood Donor …
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New study highlights concerns over the purchasing of flat-faced dogs
Owners are attracted by their large, wide-set eyes, and flat faces, even though these characteristics are linked with a variety of inherited diseases.The popularity of flat faced brachycephalic dogs in the UK continues to rise.
The French Bulldog …
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Red setters, bulldogs and boxers among dog breeds most likely to have a wee problem
RVC's VetCompass™ programme studied data from veterinary practices across England and found that one in every 100 male dogs is affected by urinary incontinence. -
Weight gain more than doubles the risk of laminitis in horses and ponies
Horses and ponies that gain weight are more than twice as likely to develop laminitis than if they lose or maintain their weight, new research has found. -
Chocolate Labradors have shorter lifespan than rest of the breed
Chocolate Labrador Retrievers have a significantly shorter lifespan than their black and yellow counterparts, according to the results of the largest study ever done of the breed in the UK. The median lifespan for chocolate Labradors is just 10.7 … -
Reasons behind mosquitoes’ unusual flight behaviour identified in new study
Research led by scientists from the RVC has identified aerodynamic features which help explain these features. -
£20M investment for London Interdisciplinary Doctoral Training Partnership to further fund students
From 2020, 190 PhD studentships will be funded at partner institutions including The Royal Veterinary College (RVC)The London Interdisciplinary Doctoral Training Partnership, (LIDo) has been commissioned for a …