http://www.bris.ac.uk/news/ Latest news from the University of Bristol en-gb Wed, 16 May 2012 11:57:22 +0000 http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss news-team@bristol.ac.uk news-team@bristol.ac.uk http://www.bris.ac.uk/university/web/terms-conditions.html 60 Search news archive by keyword news_text http://www.bris.ac.uk/news/news-results.html http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/ http://www.bristol.ac.uk/images/rss.logo.gif http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8504.html The first International Fascination of Plants Day will be held this Friday [18 May] and the University of Bristol will be one of 450 institutions in 39 countries taking part in the event. Wed, 16 May 2012 10:38:54 +0000 http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8504.html Press releases http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8494.html An exhibition which explores how Eastern Europeans living in and around Bristol remember life under state socialism – and how their experiences have shaped their lives in the UK – takes place at M-Shed next Monday [21 May]. Wed, 16 May 2012 08:00:00 +0000 http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8494.html Press releases http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8502.html There is a lot of evidence of the effect of job loss on peoples’ future earnings and employment opportunities. New research into the impact of fathers’ job loss on their child’s educational attainment, for the first time in the UK, finds significant effects on the next generation. Wed, 16 May 2012 07:00:00 +0000 http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8502.html Press releases http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8488.html Imagine having arthritis in your jaw bones… if they’re over 2 metres long! A new study by scientists at the University of Bristol has found signs of a degenerative condition similar to human arthritis in the jaw of a pliosaur, an ancient sea reptile that lived 150 million years ago. Such a disease has never been described before in fossilised Jurassic reptiles. Tue, 15 May 2012 23:05:00 +0000 http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8488.html Press releases http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8503.html The University of Bristol is behind half of the projects shortlisted for the Bristol Genius Award – a new initiative to celebrate great ideas which make people’s lives better. Bristol Festival of Ideas today announced the six projects which have been shortlisted for the accolade, beating off strong competition from over 40 entries. Tue, 15 May 2012 15:44:37 +0000 http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8503.html Press releases http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8490.html Scientists at the University of Bristol have shed new light on one of the great unanswered questions of neuroscience: how the brain initiates rhythmic movements like walking, running and swimming. Tue, 15 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000 http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8490.html Press releases http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8501.html Daphne Turner, the University’s first Director of Physical Education, died recently. Bob Reeves offers an appreciation. Tue, 15 May 2012 07:56:57 +0000 http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8501.html Obituaries http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8499.html A new £25million University of Bristol research centre has won a highly commended award for its innovative design. The National Composites Centre (NCC), which sees industry researchers and academic experts come together at the Bristol and Bath Science Park, received praise for its entry into the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors’ (RICS) Awards South West. Mon, 14 May 2012 14:51:51 +0000 http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8499.html Press releases http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8496.html Over 100 pupils from across the South West will try their hand at forensic science when they take part in the Salters’ Festival of Chemistry which is being held at the University of Bristol. Mon, 14 May 2012 09:38:58 +0000 http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8496.html Press releases http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8495.html It is estimated that up to 62 per cent of people aged over 75 have chronic pain, which is sometimes linked to medical problems such as arthritis. Despite its prevalence, older people are also more likely to suffer in silence. A new University of Bristol study is seeking volunteers to find out what research should be done in future for those suffering from chronic pain. Mon, 14 May 2012 08:27:53 +0000 http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8495.html Press releases http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8493.html The launch of the Bristol Robotics Laboratory (BRL) by MP David Willetts was covered by local, national and specialist trade publications. Fri, 11 May 2012 13:06:57 +0000 http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8493.html In the media http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8491.html An emotional account of surviving meningitis has helped launch an ambitious new ballet production, starring past and present Bristol University students. Onor Crummay, 23, was struck down by the deadly disease during her first term studying History in 2008. Fri, 11 May 2012 10:15:31 +0000 http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8491.html Press releases http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8486.html A leading cell biologist from the University of Bristol has been recognised for research excellence by EMBO — one of Europe’s most prestigious life sciences organisations. Fri, 11 May 2012 07:38:06 +0000 http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8486.html Press releases http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8485.html As part of a recent event to celebrate the University's links with Mexico, students attended a question-and-answer session with the Mexican Ambassador to the UK, Eduardo Medina-Mora Icaza. Thu, 10 May 2012 10:47:34 +0000 http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8485.html Other news http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8479.html New research, using data from Children of the 90s at the University of Bristol, has identified that the gene causing red hair (MC1R) is more common in children with Congenital Melanocytic Naevi (CMN), a rare form of birthmark. Thu, 10 May 2012 10:00:00 +0000 http://www.bristol.ac.uk/news/2012/8479.html Press releases