NHS rolls out national genetic test to reduce risk of donor kidney failure
Hundreds of potential kidney donors of Black African and Black Caribbean heritage can now get a simple blood test to help reduce the risk of kidney failure.
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Parents of premature babies get confidence boost from home-from-hospital project
Researchers from the University of Bristol have found new parents benefit from help to prepare them to bring their premature babies home from hospital.
Bristol scientists herald active matter breakthrough with creation of three-dimensional ‘synthetic worms’
Researchers at the University of Bristol have made a breakthrough in the development of “life-like” synthetic materials which are able to move by themselves like worms.
Next stop Rio for high-flying graduate Jazmin
It’s been a busy few weeks for University of Bristol student Jazmin Sawyers, who’s not only achieved a 2.1 in her Law degree but is also busily training for the biggest sporting event of her career – the Rio 2016 Olympics.
Enterprise hub Engine Shed launch school Tech Tours
Bristol’s leading enterprise hub, Engine Shed, has launched Tech Tours for school pupils to ignite long-term interest in STEAM subjects, set up in partnership with award-winning technology and business consultancy BJSS and the University of Bristol spin-out haptics firm Ultraleap.
University of Bristol academic awarded OBE
A University of Bristol professor who has played a pivotal role in advancement of telecommunications research has received an OBE in the honorary awards to foreign nationals announced last week.
Bristol students harness the power of sport to support their mental health
Leaving home, moving city and starting a new academic life present some of the most challenging times for university students – which is why those who have successfully navigated the path are now stepping up to help others do the same in a new partnership between the University of Bristol and the mental health charity, The Ted Senior Foundation.
How fish stocks will change in warming seas
New research highlights the future effects of climate change on important fish stocks for south-west UK fisheries.
Launch of new neurodevelopmental and neurodiversity network
A new regional network between the GW4 universities of Bath, Bristol, Cardiff and Exeter has launched which will focus on research into neurodiversity and conditions such as ADHD and autism. It will draw on world-leading expertise across GW4, including the MRC Integrative Epidemiology Unit at Bristol, the Wales Autism Research Centre at Cardiff, and Egenis research groups at Exeter. While supported by GW4 – a research alliance bringing together the four universities - the network hopes to generate engagement from other researchers, clinicians, the public, and third sector organisations from around the region.
Applications open for Kevin Elyot Award 2025
The University of Bristol’s Theatre Collection is welcoming applications for the Kevin Elyot Award 2025, created in memory of the acclaimed actor and writer.