Exciting national partnerships embolden plans to keep people safe online2 November 2021A University of Bristol led-research centre set up to protect people online will kick-start eight new projects which includes clamping down on unlicensed COVID-19 activity and preventing online recruitment that aids human trafficking.
Major funding boost for UK’s open research agenda13 September 2021A consortium of 18 universities – members of the UK Reproducibility Network – has received significant funding to drive uptake of open research practices across the sector, furthering the UK’s position at the forefront of rigorous and reproducible research.
Major funding boost for UK’s open research agenda13 September 2021A consortium of 18 universities – members of the UK Reproducibility Network – has received significant funding to drive uptake of open research practices across the sector, furthering the UK’s position at the forefront of rigorous and reproducible research.
Shop displays of e-cigarettes and smoking paraphernalia could undermine effectiveness of banning tobacco displays13 September 2021Efforts to discourage people from smoking by banning tobacco retail displays in shops and supermarkets could be weakened by prominent displays of electronic (e) cigarettes and smoking paraphernalia, suggests new research led by the universities of Bristol and Cambridge and published today [13 September] in the journal Tobacco Control.
Five ways to strike a happy, healthy, and safe balance as England team shoots for Euro 2020 glory amidst COVID-19 pandemic9 July 2021The countdown for England’s big game has begun and all hopes are set on victory at the Euro 2020 Final. If you’re looking for advice to make the most of the experience, win or lose, while also striking a balance and being kind to others, experts at the University of Bristol are on the ball with top tips to help you through the inevitable ups and downs on Sunday.
Psychology Academics Shortlisted for Bristol Teaching Awards 27 May 2021The Bristol Teaching Awards (BTAs) recognise and celebrate those staff who have made an outstanding contribution to teaching, the provision of support for students, and enhancing the student learning experience. The scheme also aims to provide an opportunity for reflection on our collective achievements in supporting teaching and learning in this most challenging of years.
Embed Germ Defence behaviours at home to reduce virus spread now and in the future26 February 2021As COVID-19 vaccines are rolled out, a roadmap for unlocking Britain is announced, new research which looked at data from over 28,000 users of the website 'Germ Defence' since May 2020 highlights the continued, critical importance of breaking chains of virus transmission within our homes.
Remote, online support for blood pressure management at home is effective and low-cost
20 January 2021At-home blood pressure monitoring using a web-based system offering personalised support and linked to a remote healthcare professional can result in better hypertension management than face-to-face consultations, finds a study led by University of Bristol, Oxford and Southampton researchers.
Global experts urge everyone to talk about COVID-19 vaccines responsibly7 January 2021A team of renowned scientific experts has joined forces from across the world to help fight the spread of misinformation about the COVID-19 vaccines, which hold the key to beating the deadly pandemic and releasing countries from debilitating lockdown restrictions.