Prescribing antibiotics for children with cough in general practice does not reduce hospitalisation risk 11 September 2018Doctors and nurses often prescribe antibiotics for children with cough and respiratory infection to avoid return visits, symptoms getting worse or hospitalisation. In a study published in the British Journal of General Practice today [Tuesday 11 September], researchers from the Universities of Bristol, Southampton, Oxford and Kings College London found little evidence that antibiotics reduce the risk of children with cough ending up in hospital, suggesting that this is an area in which unnecessary antibiotic prescribing could be reduced.
Tiny fossils reveal how shrinking was essential for successful evolution17 September 2018A new study published today in Nature, using research carried out at the University of Bristol, shows that getting smaller was a key factor contributing to the exceptional evolution of mammals over the last 200 million years.
New network launched to enhance the rigour and reliability of UK scientific research12 September 2018A new Reproducibility Network that aims to improve the rigour and reliability of UK-led scientific research will launch at the University of Bristol this week [Wednesday 12 September]. The Network aims to reinforce the leading position of UK science by co-ordinating shared training and best practice across research-intensive universities.
Animal welfare and research 3Rs symposium12 September 2018Scientists at the University of Bristol's second Animal Welfare and Research 3Rs symposium, held earlier this year, had the opportunity to find out about current research and share best practice of the '3Rs': Replace, Reduce and Refine.
Prescribing antibiotics for children with cough in general practice does not reduce hospitalisation risk 11 September 2018Doctors and nurses often prescribe antibiotics for children with cough and respiratory infection to avoid return visits, symptoms getting worse or hospitalisation. In a study published in the British Journal of General Practice today [Tuesday 11 September], researchers from the Universities of Bristol, Southampton, Oxford and Kings College London found little evidence that antibiotics reduce the risk of children with cough ending up in hospital, suggesting that this is an area in which unnecessary antibiotic prescribing could be reduced.
Children's genes uncover potential school league table bias10 September 2018A new examination of the role of children's genomes in their education progress reveals their impact on both school league tables and how teacher performance is assessed.
Prescribing antibiotics for children with cough in general practice does not reduce hospitalisation risk
11 September 2018
Doctors and nurses often prescribe antibiotics for children with cough and respiratory infection to avoid return visits, symptoms getting worse or hospitalisation. In a study published in the British Journal of General Practice today [Tuesday 11 September], researchers from the Universities of Bristol, Southampton, Oxford and Kings College London found little evidence that antibiotics reduce the risk of children with cough ending up in hospital, suggesting that this is an area in which unnecessary antibiotic prescribing could be reduced.
'High-yield' farming costs the environment less than previously thought – and could help spare habitats
18 September 2018
New findings suggest that more intensive agriculture might be the "least bad" option for feeding the world while saving its species – provided use of such "land-efficient" systems prevents further conversion of wilderness to farmland.
Tiny fossils reveal how shrinking was essential for successful evolution
17 September 2018
A new study published today in Nature, using research carried out at the University of Bristol, shows that getting smaller was a key factor contributing to the exceptional evolution of mammals over the last 200 million years.
‘Life of Breath’ wins ‘Inspiration Award’ at inaugural Health Humanities Medal awards
13 September 2018
A project which has carried out research into breathlessness in local communities has won the ‘Inspiration Award’ at the first ever Health Humanities Medal awards.
Step through the doors of some of the University of Bristol’s most awe-inspiring buildings
12 September 2018
This weekend, the Bristol public will be able to experience some of the University of Bristol’s most inspirational spots as part of the popular Bristol Doors Open Day event this weekend [14 – 16 September].
New network launched to enhance the rigour and reliability of UK scientific research
12 September 2018
A new Reproducibility Network that aims to improve the rigour and reliability of UK-led scientific research will launch at the University of Bristol this week [Wednesday 12 September]. The Network aims to reinforce the leading position of UK science by co-ordinating shared training and best practice across research-intensive universities.
Animal welfare and research 3Rs symposium
12 September 2018
Scientists at the University of Bristol's second Animal Welfare and Research 3Rs symposium, held earlier this year, had the opportunity to find out about current research and share best practice of the '3Rs': Replace, Reduce and Refine.
University of Bristol among the world’s best for employability
11 September 2018
Students at the University of Bristol are among the most employable in the world, a new league table published today [11 September] has confirmed.
Prescribing antibiotics for children with cough in general practice does not reduce hospitalisation risk
11 September 2018
Doctors and nurses often prescribe antibiotics for children with cough and respiratory infection to avoid return visits, symptoms getting worse or hospitalisation. In a study published in the British Journal of General Practice today [Tuesday 11 September], researchers from the Universities of Bristol, Southampton, Oxford and Kings College London found little evidence that antibiotics reduce the risk of children with cough ending up in hospital, suggesting that this is an area in which unnecessary antibiotic prescribing could be reduced.
Children's genes uncover potential school league table bias
10 September 2018
A new examination of the role of children's genomes in their education progress reveals their impact on both school league tables and how teacher performance is assessed.
Women and equality: what can be achieved in the next 100 years? Join Shami Chakrabarti and expert panel for interactive debate
10 September 2018
What can women achieve in the next 100 years? This question and more will be discussed at a special event being held by the University of Bristol to mark 100 years since women won the right to vote and stand for election.