News in January
- New research describes how bacteria resists ‘last-resort’ antibiotic 6 January 2017 An international research team, led by the University of Bristol, has provided the first clues to understand how the mcr-1 gene protects bacteria from colistin – a ‘last resort’ antibiotic used to treat life-threatening bacterial infections that do not respond to other treatment options.
- Job clubs could help reduce depression in people through unemployment 5 January 2017 Job clubs could be effective in reducing depression in people experiencing the effects of unemployment, particularly those at high risk of depression, an NIHR-funded study has found.
- Shaun the Sheep takes centre stage as Bristol forges collaboration with Guangzhou 5 January 2017 Aardman Animations’ much-loved Shaun the Sheep character has a new home in China, marking the 15th anniversary of Bristol’s sister city relationship with Guangzhou in southern China.
- Stewardship policy reduces antimicrobial use on farms 5 January 2017 Evidence suggests the frequent use of certain antimicrobials (AM) in food-producing animals may reduce their effectiveness as treatments for both animals and humans. Researchers at the University of Bristol’s School of Veterinary Sciences are finding novel ways to address these concerns, working with farmers to empower them to develop policies to promote more responsible use of medicines on farms.
- International study on gender violence awarded MRC Global Challenges Research funding 5 January 2017 University of Bristol-led research on the primary healthcare response to gender violence in Palestine and Brazil has been awarded almost £600,000 from the Medical Research Council (MRC)’s Global Challenges Research Fund.
- Major grants strengthen links with China in palaeobiology 5 January 2017 The University of Bristol has secured substantial funding in all three large grants recently awarded under an initiative to strengthen ties between the UK and China.
- Beam me up, Scotty – build a portable acoustic tractor beam at home for less than £70 4 January 2017 A team of researchers from the University of Bristol have shown it's possible to create a simplified tractor beam using readily available parts with a total cost of less than £70.