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Bees use antennae to decode hive mates’ dances
Scientists have discovered how honeybees can decipher dances by their hive mates that relay directions to food.
Songbird reference genome aids avian research
Researchers have developed a standard DNA code for a species of wild bird, to support studies in avian biology.
Facility aids research on diseases of aquaculture species
Specialist aquarium enables research towards managing common infections in prawns, oysters, mussels and more.
West Nile virus study sheds light on mitigating outbreaks
Mapping development of mosquito-borne virus offers clarity on managing risk of infections.
Rapid blood test detects prion infections
Researchers adapt testing platform to develop rapid, reliable blood test for misfolded protein infections.
Modified surgery resolves cattle neuromuscular condition
Farm specialists develop speedy, simplified method of surgery to treat disorder affecting hind limbs.
Data reveals genetic diversity in horses' immune systems
Insights into the genetic makeup of horses point to a wide variety of newly discovered immune-related genes to identify and fight disease.
£3.3m award supports research into tackling bird flu
Next phase of UK collaboration builds on discoveries around disease immunity, transmission and evolution.
Gene-edited chickens in fight against bird flu
Scientists have used gene editing techniques to identify and change parts of chicken DNA that could limit the spread of the bird flu virus in the animals.
French bulldogs puppies prone to elbow fractures
Breed’s risk of front limb injury in first year of life may be linked to common bone fissures, scans suggest.
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