Bristol scientists see through glass frogs’ translucent camouflage
Glass frogs are well known for their see-through skin but, until now, the reason for this curious feature has received no experimental attention.
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Bristol develops photosynthetic proteins for more sustainable solar-powered devices
A team of scientists, led by the University of Bristol, has developed a new photosynthetic protein system enabling an enhanced and more sustainable approach to solar-powered technological devices.
Pharmacies could play a crucial role in supporting victims of domestic and sexual abuse
Pharmacies could play a crucial role in identifying and referring victims of domestic and sexual violence and abuse to specialist services but need ongoing training, support and adequate funding to do so, according to researchers from the University of Bristol's Centre for Academic Primary Care and National Institute for Health Research Applied Research Collaboration West (NIHR ARC West).
New ‘Conspiracy Theory Handbook’ aims to minimise harmful conspiracy theories
Given the unhelpful surge of conspiracy theories circulating regarding Covid-19, a new ‘Conspiracy Theory Handbook’ is published this week. The book summarises the scientific research into conspiracy theories: why people believe them, the traits of conspiratorial thinking, and how to counter them.
New report shows survival of the fittest and most agile will make or break retailers as lockdown eases
Customers panic buying in droves, running out of stock on many basic essentials, and imposing product purchase restrictions may now be less of a headache for retailers, but plenty of other hurdles lie ahead as life slowly returns to some semblance of normality and non-essential shops prepare to reopen in mid-June.
Connecting communities and researchers to build powerful knowledge
Results of research to discover how communities are changing will be presented at an event in London today.
Linda Cheffings, 1974-2019
Linda Cheffings, the University’s Finance and HR Systems Manager, died on 7 November 2019. Her colleague Julie Coombs offers this remembrance.
Professor Jon Blundy awarded the Murchison Medal
Jon Blundy, Professorial Research Fellow in Petrology, has been awarded the Geological Society’s prestigious Murchison Medal for 2016.
James Blunt returns to university to collect top accolade
Pop superstar James Blunt today [17 February] returned to his former university to collect an honorary degree recognising his contribution to music.
Surgical research in the spotlight at showcase event
Former Bristol South MP the Baroness Primarolo will highlight the important of surgical research to the NHS at an event at the MShed today.