Bristol's rich theatrical heritage revealed12 September 2007A remarkable collection of letters sent by some of history’s most famous actors to a Bristol family has been made available to the public for the first time by the University of Bristol’s Theatre Collection.
Nice but naughty – our addiction to chocolate11 September 2007The evidence as to whether chocolate can really become addictive is examined by Professor Peter Rogers from the Department of Experimental Psychology. His talk can be heard at 9.30 am on Tuesday 11 September at the BA Festival of Science in York.
Bristol University's Men's 4 win gold10 September 2007Bristol University's Men's 4 won gold for Britain in the European Universities Sports Association rowing championships in France over the weekend. They beat crews from Germany and Italy in the final.
Who nearly killed Sir Ranulph Fiennes?10 September 2007Next week a leading UK heart expert will speak about the causes of heart attacks and how to stop them at a free public lecture held by Bristol University.
New atlas of identity in Britain reveals stark social contrasts8 September 2007Identity in Britain: A cradle-to-grave atlas, published by The Policy Press today, provides clear proof that most of Britain is not as diverse country as many believe it to be, and reveals a startling lack of social integration and social mobility.
New Autumn season at the Wickham Theatre7 September 2007The autumn season at the Wickham Theatre, University of Bristol, brings a mix of provocative theatre to its intimate studio, featuring some of the best in touring theatre.
Income inequality and disease in India7 September 2007People living in Indian states with high levels of income inequality experience a greater risk of both under- and overnutrition, according to research from the Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) and the University of Bristol.
Giant molecule tops new nanoscience building6 September 2007The city’s skyline will get an exciting addition today when a large-scale representation of a carbon molecule is installed on the new Centre for Nanoscience and Quantum Information in the heart of the University’s precinct.
Has NHS programme for reforming doctors' training lost its way?5 September 2007In this week's BMJ, father and son, Anthony and George Madden discuss Modernising Medical Careers, the programme of reform of junior doctors' training, and ask is it still fit for purpose?
Bristol’s own tropical zone – in Stoke Bishop4 September 2007Last month saw the official opening of the Tropical Zone at the University’s Botanic Garden in its new location at The Holmes, Stoke Bishop.
Becoming a Bedell4 September 2007The University will soon be looking for Bedells to succeed retiring members of staff. Peter Holt, University Marshal, explains the role of Bedells and the rewards of becoming a Ceremonial Officer.
Damage by fishing - a problem for the Crown Estate?4 September 2007The Crown Estate, one of the UK’s largest property owners and the public body which owns the sea-bed is not looking after its biodiversity, according to new research carried out at the University of Bristol.
Is your dog the 'best in show'?3 September 2007The University of Bristol Veterinary School at Langford in North Somerset is to hold a Fun Dog Show on Sunday, September 16.
Bristol scores high in research stakes31 August 2007A recent article in the Times Higher Education Supplement reports that Bristol was awarded the most grants from the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) and Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) of all UK institutions in 2006-07.
Children stressed six months before starting school31 August 2007Levels of the stress hormone cortisol in children are high three to six months before they start school according to a ESRC-funded study by the universities of Bristol and Bath.
Leverhulme grants for Bristol academics30 August 2007Five Bristol academics have received research awards from the Leverhulme Trust, one of Britain’s most important grant-making foundations.
Engineers of the future30 August 2007The winners of a competition among local school pupils to design a sports park and stadium have been announced.
Susan Hurley, 1954-200730 August 2007Susan Hurley, Professor of Philosophy, has died. Alexander Bird offers an appreciation of her life and work.
Photonic quantum technologies could be only light years away30 August 2007Photonic quantum information science could soon move out of the laboratory and be used in future technologies like quantum computers thanks to a grant of over £1 million.
University Internships: Find out more29 August 2007For an introduction to the new University of Bristol Internships scheme and how your department can benefit from taking part, book your place on a presentation session on Thursday 20 September.
Student VIPs to attend VP conference24 August 2007Five students in the Department of Earth Sciences have been awarded bursaries to attend the Society of Vertebrate Paleontology conference.
Student wins sailing Gold Medal23 August 2007A University of Bristol student has won a Gold Medal in the Ladies 2007 International 420 European Sailing Championships in Istanbul, Turkey.
Water: a good to be purchased or a basic human right?23 August 2007In a socio-legal project, Professor Bronwen Morgan and colleagues explored conflicts surrounding the provision of water to domestic consumers in six countries across the globe.
Singles club for scientists15 August 2007Single molecule biologists get ahead of the game this week as grants of over £200,000 bring state-of-the-art microscopes to the University of Bristol.
Longer term effects of dementia drugs to be investigated15 August 2007A research project led by Bristol University will investigate the longer term effects of a class of drugs that have been suggested to slow memory loss in people with Alzheimer’s.
Ancient drawing of mammoth found in Cheddar caves15 August 2007A possible Palaeolithic engraving has been discovered at Cheddar Caves and Gorge by members of the University of Bristol Spelaeological Society (UBSS).
A celebration of local flora and wildlife14 August 2007A celebration of local flora and wildlife will take place later this week [Friday 17 to Sunday, August 19] when Bristol University's Botanic Garden hold an open weekend.
New initiative to tackle animal diseases10 August 2007£1.4 million has been awarded to the universities of Bristol and Warwick to investigate sheep diseases which costs farmers millions a year.
Tracing the adventurers of Gran Colombia10 August 2007A new database records the remarkable stories of more than 3,000 adventurers in Gran Colombia's nineteenth century Wars of Independence
The saviours of my fatherland10 August 2007Recording the remarkable stories of hundreds of British, Irish and other European volunteers in Latin America’s Wars of Independence.
Alzheimer's film 'powerful and poignant' says expert10 August 2007A review of the BBC documentary Malcolm and Barbara: Love’s Farewell by Dr Richard Huxtable, Deputy Director of Bristol University’s Centre for Ethics in Medicine, is published in the BMJ today.
Land crab research features in GEO Magazin and German/French TV9 August 2007Research by the Integrative & Environmental Physiology Laboratory into long-distance migration of land crabs is reported in a feature story in GEO Magazin and on German/French TV.
Professor Bronwen Morgan speaks on Radio 47 August 2007Professor Bronwen Morgan in the Faculty of Social Sciences and Law, is appearing on BBC Radio 4’s Thinking Allowed this week.
Chemists transform wasteland into garden retreat1 August 2007Chemistry staff and students from Bristol University have been helping the local community in South Bristol by creating a landscaped garden for Stockwood Community Centre.
Poorer people could lose out on elective hospital care1 August 2007New research from the University of Bristol shows that wealthier people are likely to travel further than poorer people do for elective hospital care.
