2006 | News and features | University of Bristol

University nominated as nation's best for supporting early career researchers 11 October 2006 The University has been nominated in the Times Higher Awards 2006 in the category of 'Outstanding support for early career researchers'.

Exercise and the heart 10 October 2006 Physical activity, nutrition and positive minds

Good returns 10 October 2006 New beginnings, wise investments, and tipping points: the Vice-Chancellor shares his thoughts on the new academic year.

New on the web 9 October 2006 The web pages for the University's web standards and template guidelines have been overhauled and relaunched.

Internet use in academia: complete the survey 9 October 2006 Complete a survey on how you use the internet in your work at Bristol - and enter a prize draw

Bristol Multifaith Chaplaincy Tabernacle of Peace 6 October 2006 Bristol University’s Multifaith Chaplaincy is hosting a special gathering across the University to celebrate gestures of peace and dialogue on Thursday 12 October.

Antarctica, aerosols and optics: new grants in Chemistry 4 October 2006 New grants awarded to staff in the School of Chemistry will further their work on Antarctic ecosystems, the behaviour and properties of organic aerosols, and the development of new optical sensors.

1,000 anthropologists descend on Bristol 4 October 2006 For one week, Bristol was 'the world capital of anthropology', when the University hosted the bi-annual conference of European Association of Social Anthropologists.

Liberalism shunned in favour of traditional values 3 October 2006 Men and women are questioning whether the liberalism of the 1960s is still desired according to a survey* for BBC Radio 4’s Woman’s Hour.

Building a bypass to last 3 October 2006 Coronary heart disease involves a long-term furring-up of the coronary arteries that develops over many years.

Building a bypass to last 3 October 2006 Coronary artery bypass grafting remains the most effective treatment of coronary heart disease.

Kathleen Philpott 3 October 2006 Kathleen Muriel Philpott's association with the University spanned more than 75 years, from her arrival as a student in 1930 to her receipt of the Convocation Medal in 2001 and beyond.

A comfortable birth 28 September 2006 How does the body respond to modern day medicinal drugs?

Language, migration and citizenship in Europe 27 September 2006 One of the most pressing issues in today's society is the need to promote integration and social inclusion in Europe's rapidly increasing migration.

A comfortable birth 27 September 2006 How does the body respond to modern day medicinal drugs?

Drama graduates return to Wickham Theatre 27 September 2006 An innovative production of King Lear, directed by Bristol University drama graduate Paul Stebbings for international musical theatre company TNT, is one of the highlights of the new autumn season at the Wickham Theatre.

Kathy Sykes appointed to permanent professorship 27 September 2006 Kathy Sykes has been appointed by the University as Professor of Public Engagement in Science and Engineering, after working at Bristol in a similar role on a temporary basis.

Plaques, cracks and heart attacks 27 September 2006 There are about 1.3 million people in the UK who have survived a heart attack, but a third of all heart attack victims die before reaching hospital.

Choral Society: new members welcome 27 September 2006 Staff and students are invited to join the University Choral Society, which will perform George Dyson's oratorio The Canterbury Pilgrims in early 2007.

The case of the private rented sector 26 September 2006 Outcomes from a workshop that looked at the regulation of the private rented sector of the housing market.

Travel to Work Group seeks motorcycling members 26 September 2006 The Travel to Work Implementation Group is looking volunteers to represent members of staff who travel to work by motorcycle.

Staff promotions in the Faculty of Science 26 September 2006 Twenty-six members of academic staff in the Faculty of Science were promoted on 1 August, following the recommendations of the University Promotions Committee.

What's new? 26 September 2006 The University of Bristol launches a new online news and information service today.

An insight into the Dragon's Den 25 September 2006 Bristol University will be creating its very own Dragon’s Den this week. Over 150 students and managers from a variety of organisations will be taking part in an innovative event for aspiring leaders from Monday, 25 September until Friday, 29 September.

Rare Russian image archive comes to Bristol 25 September 2006 A collection of rarely-seen images of the Russian composer, Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975) will go on display at the University of Bristol this month to celebrate the centenary of his birth.

Major award for Pharmacology student 25 September 2006 A Bristol Pharmacology student has won a prestigious Science, Engineering and Technology (SET) Award, beating candidates from universities across the UK.

Lighting up the heart 25 September 2006 A major breakthrough in research could lead to improved recovery of the heart when it is re-started after a heart attack or cardiac surgery.

Bruce Hood discusses superstition on Radio 4 22 September 2006 Professor Bruce Hood from the Department of Experimental Psychology appeared on BBC Radio Four's Material World yesterday to talk about his research into superstition and belief.

Lighting up the heart 22 September 2006 A major breakthrough in research could lead to improved recovery of the heart when it is re-started after a heart attack or cardiac surgery.

Saving for children: a survey of the Child Trust Fund 21 September 2006 Children's savings and investments are the subject of a new report by researchers at Bristol University, published today by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).

The Pattern Hunters 20 September 2006 Discovering patterns is a quintessential part of what we call 'intelligence'

Keeping to the heart beat 20 September 2006 During each heart beat a large, rapid release of calcium from a store inside each cell activates cell contraction.

The energy powerhouse 20 September 2006 The heart beats over 100,000 times a day, pumping about 20 thousand litres of blood around the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients.

More fires, droughts and floods predicted 19 September 2006 As temperatures rise with global warming, an increased risk of forest fires, droughts and flooding is predicted for the next 200 years

Andrew Whitelaw elected President of the Neonatal Society 19 September 2006 Professor Andrew Whitelaw has been elected President of the Neonatal Society 2006-8.

Julian Paton wins Royal Society-Wolfson Award for hypertension research 19 September 2006 Professor Julian Paton has won a Royal Society-Wolfson Research Merit Award, one of the Royal Society’s most prestigious awards.

Fiona Bowie discusses creation myths 17 September 2006 Dr Fiona Bowie of the Department of Archaeology and Anthropology contributed to BBC Radio 4's Beyond Belief on 11 September.

Volunteers sought for dietary study 17 September 2006 The Department of Experimental Psychology is looking for volunteers to take part in its Dietary Caffeine and Health Study.

New Enterprise Competition: any ideas? 17 September 2006 The 2007 New Enterprise Competition, run by Research and Enterprise Development, is open to all University staff and students as well as graduates from the last five years.