Scientists receive funding to create a universal software for quantum dynamics simulations26 October 2023For the first time, scientists researching in the field of quantum dynamics (QD) will be able to access, develop and deploy a universal software framework for simulations, removing many barriers that exist to achieving a deeper understanding and exploiting new phenomena across the quantum world.
Type 2 diabetes remission diet impacts on metabolic health26 October 2023People with type 2 diabetes who took part in a diet-assisted weight loss trial, showed differences across a wide range of potential biomarkers of metabolic health one year later, according to the results of a new study.
Research Paper of the Year award for Bristol-led childhood eczema study25 October 2023University of Bristol-led research comparing the effectiveness and safety of different types of moisturiser for childhood eczema has won the Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) Research Paper of the Year (RPY) Award 2022.
Art trio unearths a hidden gem linking Lahore and London in Bristol archive24 October 2023While searching for art pieces for an upcoming exhibition, a University of Bristol academic and her colleagues recently stumbled across a hidden gem at the British Empire & Commonwealth Collection (BECC) in Bristol.
Album showcases the daily rhythms of pond life 23 October 2023Musician and field recordist Tom Fisher, who goes by the stage name Action Pyramid, finds magic in the everyday on new album Mardle.
University of Bristol researchers scoop tree-mendous award20 October 2023Understanding what causes trees to die is one of the biggest uncertainties preventing us from forecasting how forests will respond to the growing threat of climate change.
First-of-its kind hormone replacement treatment shows promise in patient trials20 October 2023A first-of-its kind hormone replacement therapy that more closely replicates the natural circadian and ultradian rhythms of our hormones has shown to improve symptoms in patients with adrenal conditions. Results from the University of Bristol-led clinical trial are published today [20 October] in the Journal of Internal Medicine.
Breakthrough in treatment for world’s leading cause of kidney failure in children19 October 2023A potential treatment for the world’s leading cause of kidney failure in children needing dialysis has been discovered by an international team of scientists. The University of Bristol-led breakthrough is published today [19 October] in Med.
Children of the 90s gather to celebrate milestone event18 October 2023Hundreds of Children of the 90s participants from across Bristol and Weston-super-Mare visited the M Shed to learn directly from the researchers behind the world renowned study.
Climate change could limit bats' lifespans 18 October 2023The extraordinary lifespans of bats could be under threat from rising global temperatures, according to new research.
Amitriptyline helps relieve IBS symptoms16 October 2023A cheap and widely available prescription drug can improve symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome in patients seen in GP surgeries, new research presented today [16 October] at UEG Week 2023 has found.
Israel and Gaza: supporting staff and students14 October 2023Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the horrific loss of life and suffering in Israel and Gaza. The impact of these distressing and terrifying events is being felt across the world, and by our own international community.
Groundbreaking genomics project will improve global diversity in population health insight13 October 2023An international collaboration is aiming to improve global health by uncovering the effects of genomic and environmental diversity on differences in disease risk observed across the global population, thanks to a new partnership of 20 research groups from around the world.
Researchers capture first-ever afterglow of huge planetary collision in outer space11 October 2023A chance social media post by an eagle-eyed amateur astronomer sparked the discovery of an explosive collision between two giant planets, which crashed into each other in a distant space system 1,800 light years away from planet Earth.
Donkeys could help protect Ethiopian women from destitution, study finds11 October 2023Donkeys are vital to the lives of women in Ethiopia and could be the difference between destitution and modest survival, new research has found. The study also revealed that societal perception of donkeys as low-status animals has an impact on both the owners’ lives and the wellbeing of the donkeys.
Jet lag disorder associated with shift work can lead to brain changes increasing appetite 11 October 2023Scientists have uncovered why night shift work is associated with changes in appetite in a new University of Bristol-led study. The findings, published in Communications Biology, could help the millions of people that work through the night and struggle with weight gain.
Mushroom-derived materials could offer benefits for developing nations in Africa9 October 2023A research team from the University of Bristol has suggested that mycelium composites could offer a sustainable alternative to traditional building materials and help address socio-economic and environmental challenges in Africa.
GW4 Alliance launches inaugural GW4 Open Research Week for 2023 5 October 2023The GW4 Alliance, an alliance of four of the UK’s most research-intensive and innovative universities: Bath, Bristol, Cardiff and Exeter, is to host the inaugural cross-alliance GW4 Open Research Week, taking place in November 2023.
Green energy innovation powers spin-out success3 October 2023A new technology to check wind turbines has helped the University of Bristol turn in excellent green credentials for a national assessment.