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Artificial blood vessels could improve heart bypass outcomes

08 August, 2024

3D-printed blood vessels, which closely mimic the properties of human veins, could transform the…

Squirrelpox virus spreads north of central Scotland

08 August, 2024

Scientists have confirmed the death of a red squirrel from squirrelpox virus in an area previously…

Bees use antennae to decode hive mates’ dances

26 March, 2024

Scientists have discovered how honeybees can decipher dances by their hive mates that relay…

Songbird reference genome aids avian research 

28 February, 2024

Researchers have developed a standard DNA code for a species of wild bird, to support studies in…

Facility aids research on diseases of aquaculture species 

28 February, 2024

Specialist aquarium enables research towards managing common infections in prawns, oysters, mussels…

West Nile virus study sheds light on mitigating outbreaks

28 February, 2024

Mapping development of mosquito-borne virus offers clarity on managing risk of infections.

Rapid blood test detects prion infections

18 December, 2023

Researchers adapt testing platform to develop rapid, reliable blood test for misfolded protein…

Modified surgery resolves cattle neuromuscular condition 

02 November, 2023

Farm specialists develop speedy, simplified method of surgery to treat disorder affecting hind…

Data reveals genetic diversity in horses' immune systems

02 November, 2023

Insights into the genetic makeup of horses point to a wide variety of newly discovered immune…

£3.3m award supports research into tackling bird flu 

02 November, 2023

Next phase of UK collaboration builds on discoveries around disease immunity, transmission and…