New prediction model could help inform patients of their risks of having shoulder replacement surgery31 July 2024A new model to predict the risk of serious complications after shoulder replacement surgery has been developed in a collaboration between researchers from the Universities of Oxford, Bristol, and Copenhagen. The model, published in The Lancet Rheumatology today [31 July], could be an important tool to help both patients and doctors make more informed decisions about this common procedure.
AI ‘hallucinations’ tackled by University of Bristol researchers31 July 2024Significant strides in addressing the issue of AI 'hallucinations' and improving the reliability of anomaly detection algorithms in Critical National Infrastructures (CNI) have been made by scientists based in the University's of Bristol’s School of Computer Science.
University of Bristol to play key role in new quantum hubs26 July 2024The University of Bristol is set to play a major role in a series of new hubs being launched to ensure the UK fully benefits from the potential of quantum technologies in areas ranging from healthcare to national security.
Whole University gets behind alumni Olympian26 July 2024The University of Bristol is getting ready to cheer on alumnus James Peters who will be competing for Team GB at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris which get underway today (Friday 26 July).
Bertha Garrett, 1944-202425 July 2024Bertha Garrett, who was until her retirement departmental secretary for the German Department, died in early July. Mark Allinson and Debbie Pinfold from the German Department in the School of Modern Languages offer this tribute to a well-loved colleague and friend.
Bristol spinout lands patent for pioneering point-of-care technology25 July 2024A University of Bristol spinout company developing fast and accurate point-of-care testing for Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) and Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STDs) has taken a significant step forward after having a key patent granted.
New study identifies two proteins that may contribute to stroke recurrence22 July 2024People who experience an arterial ischemic stroke (AIS) or transient ischemic stroke (TIA) are at an increased risk of suffering a second stroke or other major adverse cardiovascular event (MACE), making it critically important to identify risk factors and treatments to prevent these subsequent occurrences. The new study, led by Boston University School of Public Health (BUSPH) and University of Bristol researchers, has identified new genetic and molecular risk factors that may reveal new pathways for treating patients after they experience their first stroke.
Smell of human stress affects dogs’ emotions leading them to make more pessimistic choices22 July 2024Dogs experience emotional contagion from the smell of human stress, leading them to make more ‘pessimistic’ choices, new research finds. The University of Bristol-led study, published in Scientific Reports today [22 July], is the first to test how human stress odours affect dogs' learning and emotional state.
Reframing sustainable timber sourcing: new research calls for regenerative approach22 July 2024Amid growing uncertainty about the sustainability of timber sourcing, new research by University of Bristol experts highlights the necessity of shifting focus from simply using certified, locally sourced timber to a more comprehensive understanding of timber availability and sustainability.
Bristol ancient historian named as Fellow of British Academy18 July 2024A University of Bristol ancient historian has just been elected a Fellow of the British Academy in recognition of her contribution to the humanities and social sciences.
Sandy Mitchell, 1940-202418 July 2024Sandy Mitchell (CEng, FRAeS), Senior Lecturer in Aerospace Engineering, died in June. His colleagues in Aerospace Engineering offer a tribute.
New report calls on government to fix the gap in childcare support for postgraduate students18 July 2024A new report jointly published by the Higher Education Policy Institute (HEPI) and GW4 (an alliance between Bath, Bristol, Cardiff and Exeter universities) shines a light on the unacknowledged gap in childcare for postgraduate students compared to undergraduate students and workers.
Writer, actor and theatre maker wins 2024 Kevin Elyot Award 17 July 2024Polly Tisdall, a Bristol based multi-talented writer, actor, and theatre maker, has been selected as the eighth recipient of the annual Kevin Elyot Award by the University of Bristol's Theatre Collection.
Time to act on kidney health inequalities, report reveals16 July 2024Kidney health inequalities due to age, sex, education, location or lack of wealth persist, despite widespread awareness of the barriers some people face, a new report by Kidney Research UK has revealed.
Insight into one of life’s earliest ancestors revealed in new study12 July 2024An international team of researchers led by the University of Bristol has shed light on Earth’s earliest ecosystem, showing that within a few hundred million years of planetary formation, life on Earth was already flourishing.
Over-the-counter nasal sprays could keep coughs, colds and flu at bay and reduce antibiotic use, large-scale trial finds12 July 2024Widely available over-the counter nasal sprays could keep upper respiratory tract infections - like colds, chest infections, flu, sore throat, and sinus infections - at bay, and prevent full-blown symptoms from developing, one of the largest trials to date to test their effectiveness finds. The research, which analysed data from nearly 14,000 adults, found overall they reduced the days of illness by around 20 per cent, and also reduced the number of days with severe symptoms, time off work or normal activities, and antibiotic use.
Dr Richard Evans, 1941-202411 July 2024Dr Richard Evans, who worked in the Department of Pharmacology from 1971 until his retirement in 1996, passed away in May.
Toddlers' brains show significant growth in cognitive skills by 16 months, study finds11 July 2024Toddlers engage more regions of their brains around 16-months to help them develop important cognitive skills enabling them to follow simple instructions and control impulses. Findings from the study, led by the Universities of Bristol and Oxford, and published in Imaging Neuroscience, suggests 16 months is a critical period for brain development.
Ancient large kangaroo moved mainly on four legs, according to new research9 July 2024A type of extinct kangaroo that lived during the Pleistocene around two and a half million to ten thousand years ago, known as the ‘giant wallaby’, was a poor hopper, a study by scientists at the University of Bristol have found.
Improving safety of AI research for engineering biology8 July 2024Hazards posed by using data-centric methods to engineer biology, have been identified by experts at the University of Bristol with the aim of making future research safer.
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