Dinosaurs ended - and originated - with a bang!
It is commonly understood that the dinosaurs disappeared with a bang – wiped out by a great meteorite impact on the Earth 66 million years ago.
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Exhibition to mark 200th anniversary of London Old Vic
An exhibition has opened at the University of Bristol’s Theatre Collection to mark the 200th anniversary of the first public performance at one of the UK’s most prestigious theatres, the Old Vic in London.
Director of Estates awarded top honour for his long-term contribution
Patrick Finch, Director of Estates and Bursar at the University of Bristol, has won a national award in recognition of his contribution to the profession.
Bioengineering - one key to solving global challenges
A new centre for engineering biology will build on Bristol’s success in synthetic biology and accelerate translation of its pioneering research to address global challenges and boost the UK’s bioeconomy.
University appoints new Pro Vice-Chancellor for Global Engagement
The University of Bristol is pleased to announce the appointment of Professor Agnes Nairn to the post of Pro Vice-Chancellor for Global Engagement.
Accelerated biological aging may cause bowel cancer
Scientists have shown how accelerated biological aging measured by an epigenetic clock may increase the risk of bowel cancer, according to a report published today in eLife.
Chinese grads celebrate time in Bristol at University’s first Shanghai Graduation
The University of Bristol’s most recent graduates were given the opportunity to celebrate with family and friends at a UK-style Graduation Celebration in Shanghai today (14 April).
How do you build a house on Mars?
A group of academics from across the university are working with artists Ella Good and Nicki Kent to share ideas on how to build a Martian house.
Working Well campaign wins national award
A pioneering campaign to improve the health and wellbeing of staff at the University of Bristol has won a national award.
Professor Stafford Lightman awarded prestigious Jacobæus Prize
One of the world’s most prestigious medical research awards, the Jacobæus Prize has been awarded to Stafford Lightman, Professor of Medicine at the University of Bristol, for his advances to our understanding of a key hormonal system to tackle stress.