Oldest human DNA reveals family network that spanned Europe
The oldest DNA ever recovered from modern humans shows they arrived as small groups in Europe more than 45,000 years ago and mixed with Neanderthals - but left no descendants.
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Paralympic dreams: University of Bristol athletes set to shine in Paris
As the world turns its attention back to Paris for the 2024 Paralympic Games, three athletes with ties to the University of Bristol are preparing to showcase their talents in badminton, boccia and triathlon.
Pioneering research reveals growing dangers and repression of climate activism globally
A new report has uncovered the many risks of participating in climate and environmental protests across the world – and how more countries are criminalising and repressing this activity in a bid to keep it in check.
Bristol quizzers ready for historic University Challenge final
Minds are being steadied and buzzing hands honed for the University of Bristol’s first ever University Challenge final.
19-year-old student picked for Wales Six Nations squad
University of Bristol student Jenna De Vera has been picked for the Welsh Six Nations squad.
New festival about love and loss starts in May 2023
A new festival that aims to open up conversations around death and bereavement will take place in May. Good Grief Weston will offer 30 workshops and events over eight days (Monday 1 to Monday 8 May) across more than 20 venues.
Six outstanding athletes win University’s highest sporting honour
Exceptional sporting talent was given the limelight as six student athletes won the University of Bristol’s highest sporting honour.
Dozens of Bristol subjects ranked among best in the world
Many of the subjects taught and researched at the University of Bristol are world-leading, finds a global rankings released today.
Students to pitch for £75,000 start-up funding in Dragons' Den-style event
Student entrepreneurs will pitch for a share of £75,000 in start-up funding at the University of Bristol Innovation Showcase 2023.
University of Bristol proud to host pioneering cybersecurity research centre
The University of Bristol is very proud to be the new home for The Research Institute for Sociotechnical Cyber Security (RISCS) – one of the oldest of the National Cyber Security Centre’s research institutes.