International media coverage for research into how cannabis causes ‘cognitive chaos’ in the brain1 November 2011New research from Dr Matt Jones in the School of Physiology and Pharmacology and published in the Journal of Neuroscience, found that brain activity becomes uncoordinated and inaccurate during cannabis use. The findings suggest that the altered states of mind can lead to neurophysiological and behavioural impairments reminiscent of those seen in schizophrenia.
Could social media be used to detect disease outbreaks?1 November 2011New research by academics in the University’s Intelligent Systems Laboratory has looked at whether social media could be used to track an event or phenomenon, such as flu outbreaks and rainfall rates.
How much is education worth?1 November 2011How much is education worth, the recession and the US war on drugs will be just some of the areas addressed at a conference hosted by University of Bristol economists tomorrow [2 November] as part of a nationwide Festival highlighting the UK’s leading social science research.
Student Juliette is pitch perfect in Kenya31 October 2011A Bristol University student has been sowing the seeds for a lasting Olympic legacy in Kenya, building sports pitches as part of the city’s growing relationship with the African country.
New protein structure expands nature's repertoire of biomolecules30 October 2011A new, artificial protein structure has been made by a team of University of Bristol chemists, biochemists and mathematicians, a paper in Nature Chemical Biology reports this week.
UK's first Russian art and culture website launched27 October 2011A new website and blog focussed on Russian art and culture – the first of its kind in the UK – has been launched by one of the University of Bristol’s History of Art graduate research students.
Senior Lecturer in European Politics comments to the media on the eurozone crisis27 October 2011Dr Nieves Perez-Solorzano Borragan, Senior Lecturer in European Politics in the School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies at the University of Bristol, commented to The Huffington Post and was interviewed today [27 Oct] on BBC Radio Bristol about the eurozone crisis.
Anne Bate (Mallitte), 1933-201127 October 2011Anne Bate, former secretary to the Head of the School of Education, died recently. Peter Robinson, Emeritus Professor in Experimental Psychology (and former Dean and Head of the School of Education), offers his memories of her 'strength of character' and 'can-do, will-do attitude'.
Salsa for People who Probably Shouldn't26 October 2011Author Matt Rendell will talk about his new book Salsa for People who Probably Shouldn't at an event in the Faculty of Arts today (Wednesday 26 Oct, 5.30 pm in LR8, 21 Woodland Road).
UK scientists come together to help feed the 7 billion26 October 2011The Universities of Exeter and Bristol, in partnership with Rothamsted Research have officially joined forces to tackle one of the biggest challenges facing humanity: how can we sustainably feed a growing population?
Research into energy flow features on the cover of Nature Chemistry26 October 2011‘Energy flow maps’ which provide new insight into how chemical reactions work are described in a paper by Dr David Glowacki and colleagues at the University of Bristol in the November issue of Nature Chemistry.
How cannabis causes ‘cognitive chaos’ in the brain25 October 2011Cannabis use is associated with disturbances in concentration and memory. New research by neuroscientists at the University of Bristol, published in the Journal of Neuroscience [25 October], has found that brain activity becomes uncoordinated and inaccurate during these altered states of mind, leading to neurophysiological and behavioural impairments reminiscent of those seen in schizophrenia.
Internal consultants demonstrate resilience in economic downturn24 October 2011New findings from one of the first large scale studies of internal management consultancy in the UK reveal strength under considerable client pressure and scrutiny. In the current economic climate, there are lessons here for its external counterpart, long seen as the more successful and robust side of management consultancy.
PFRC report covered by The Guardian21 October 2011A new report by the Personal Finance Research Centre which confirms that low and middle income households are still in ‘recession' was reported on The Guardian's Economics blog and BBC Breakfast.
High-profile public talk to celebrate Bristol’s multicultural links21 October 2011Bristol’s diverse community will be the focus of a free public talk taking place next week [25 Oct], hosted by two high-profile speakers, in memory of Stephen Lawrence the black teenager murdered in 1993.
Autumn Art Lecture Series 2011: Art and Sport21 October 2011The University's 2011 Autumn Art Lecture Series looks ahead to the 2012 Olympics with six lectures celebrating the relationship between art and sport.
Medical students pick up prizes21 October 2011Several undergraduates in the Medical School have recently won prizes for their work.
Triple success for social science researchers21 October 2011Three academics at the University of Bristol have received accolades from the Academy of Social Sciences in recognition of their significant contributions to the field.
Professor Malcolm Evans presents anti-torture report to United Nations20 October 2011Malcolm Evans, Professor of Public International Law at Bristol, has appeared before the UN General Assembly in his capacity as Chair of the UN Subcommittee on Prevention of Torture, to present the Subcommittee’s report.
Researcher inspired by life in a glass house awarded £1.3 million20 October 2011A scientist at the University of Bristol has been awarded £1.3 million to unlock the secrets of miniscule algae cells that have the remarkable ability to produce silica – the fundamental constituent of glass. It is hoped the findings from the research could lead to the next generation of medical imaging tools.
Could a probiotic be used to treat inflammatory bowel disease?19 October 2011A new study by academics at the University of Bristol has found a scientific ‘design’ for a probiotic that could be used to treat inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), such as Crohn’s disease.
Professor Kathy Sykes joins Stephen Hawking to present new programme exploring scientific breakthroughs19 October 2011Professor Kathy Sykes from the University of Bristol is one of the presenters on ‘Brave New World with Stephen Hawking’, a new Channel 4 programme which takes viewers on a global exploration of the scientific breakthroughs that are transforming our lives in the 21st century. Aided by some of the world's leading scientific figures - including Sir David Attenborough, Richard Dawkins, Aarathi Prasad, Lord Winston and Maggie Aderin-Pocock - this new five-part series reveals how science is striving for humankind's next leap forward.
International media coverage for research into the effects of jetlag on racehorses19 October 2011Flying racehorses long-distance to competitions in other countries can actually make them faster. The discovery, by researchers in the Faculty of Medical and Veterinary Sciences, was covered extensively in national newspapers as well as by radio stations in New Zealand and Argentina.
Student numbers: an update19 October 2011An update from the Vice-Chancellor with regard to the deregulation of student numbers
Moth ears are activated by movement the size of an atom19 October 2011Moths are so finely tuned to the ultrasonic calls of predatory bats that the nerve cells in their ears are activated by displacements of the eardrum the size of a small atom, according to new research from the University of Bristol. This means that if a moth’s eardrum was scaled up to the thickness of a brick wall, a displacement of that wall equivalent to the diameter of a hair would be detectable to the moth.
Light dependency underlies beneficial jetlag in racehorses18 October 2011A new study by academics at the University of Bristol has shown that racehorses are extremely sensitive to changes in daily light and, contrary to humans, can adapt very quickly to sudden shifts in the 24-hour light-dark cycle, such as those resulting from a transmeridian flight, with unexpected benefits on their physical performance.
University's research into Alzheimer's hits the headlines17 October 2011A study into Alzheimer's, led by Dr Patrick Kehoe in Bristol University's Dementia Research Group, was covered by many of the national newspapers as well as the French Tribune.
Could hypertension drugs help people with Alzheimer’s?17 October 2011A University of Bristol study has looked at whether certain types of drugs used to treat high blood pressure, also called hypertension, might have beneficial effects in reducing the number of new cases of Alzheimer’s disease each year.
Perspectives on animation17 October 2011David Sproxton CBE, co-founder and Executive Chairman of Aardman Animations, will give the 2011 Richard Gregory Memorial Lecture, entitled Perspective on animation, on Monday 24 October at 6 pm in the Wills Memorial Building, Queen’s Road, Bristol.
The Brodowskis come to Bristol17 October 2011The acclaimed Brodowski Quartet will begin a three-year residency at the University’s Department of Music this autumn.
Lancet study shows how general practice can substantially improve care for women experiencing domestic violence13 October 2011One in four women in the UK have experienced physical or sexual abuse from their husband or a partner. A programme of training and support for GPs, practice nurses and GP receptionists can substantially increase the identification of women experiencing domestic violence and their referral to specialist advocacy services, according to new research from the University of Bristol, published today in The Lancet.
