Researchers used a 'One Health' approach to study three bacterial species in the noses of young cattle, finding patterns that differ remarkably between the bacteria. The findings could help prevent and control respiratory diseases, particularly when infection becomes established in the lower respiratory tract within the lungs.
New research suggests that understanding plant biological clocks can refine the use of chemicals like glyphosate, allowing for more efficient and sustainable agriculture practices. By applying treatments at optimal times, farmers can reduce herbicide usage, saving time and money while minimizing environmental harm.
New research on Psittacosaurus reveals changes in brain shape and posture as the animal grows from baby to adult. The study shows that Psittacosaurus started on all fours but switched to bipedalism around two or three years old.
A world-leading team reveals ice sheets are no longer passive parts of the Earth's carbon cycle, but reactors that process rock and boost nutrient release. Ice sheets store vast amounts of organic carbon, fuel marine food webs, and influence global carbon sinks.
A team of scientists from the University of Bristol and MIT has designed a new class of highly efficient ionic liquid electrolytes that can improve supercapacitor performance. These detergent-like electrolytes can self-assemble into sandwich-like bilayer structures on electrode surfaces, leading to improved energy storage capabilities.
A new study from the University of Bristol has linked puberty timing to bone strength, finding that teens who mature later may catch up on bone density but continue to have lower bone density into adulthood. The study suggests that late-maturing individuals may be at increased risk of fractures and osteoporosis later in life.
Researchers developed a fundamental model of collective movement that predicts optimal strategies for animal groups. By considering how individual movements should be optimized for colony success, the team found that animals like ants should allocate their foragers to areas with high probabilities of finding food.
Researchers at the University of Bristol discovered the secrets of shoot evolution, revealing a switch that enabled plants to delay reproduction and grow shoots, leaves, and buds around 450 million years ago. This finding has significant implications for understanding plant shape regulation and could inform efforts to engineer crops.
The global price of ivory has increased tenfold since the 1989 CITES ban, leading to higher poaching incentives and greater numbers of elephants being killed. This study provides new insights into the factors driving increases in ivory prices, shedding light on how conservation efforts can be improved.
A team of researchers at the University of Bristol has demonstrated a new approach to building communities of cell-like entities (protocells) using chemical gradients. The study reveals that waves of differentiation can travel across a population, leading to the emergence of complex and ordered protocell communities.
Researchers at the University of Bristol discovered a method to build quantum sensors with high precision using artificially created atomic systems that harness natural vibrations. This breakthrough enables ultra-low fluctuations in brightness, crucial for future quantum technologies.
Researchers at the University of Bristol have made a world-first discovery by hijacking bacteria's homing ability to guide stem cells to cardiac tissue. The breakthrough could improve treatment for cardiovascular disease, which causes over a quarter of all deaths in the UK.
Scientists from the University of Bristol have developed a new platform for quantum simulators, enabling the creation of large-scale photonic circuits. The team demonstrated that small-scale silicon photonic circuits can generate and process unprecedented numbers of photons, paving the way for quantum machines to surpass classical supe...
A new study from the University of Bristol found that childhood bullying is strongly associated with trajectories of depression that rise at an early age. Children who continued to show high depression into adulthood were also more likely to have genetic liability for depression and a mother with postnatal depression.
A study by the University of Bristol's School of Earth Sciences has investigated the impact of melting ice on nutrient supplies in the ocean. The research found that glacial sediments, which are rich in nutrients, play a crucial role in cycling these essential elements through shallow marine sediments.
Researchers from the University of Bristol have discovered that melanosomes in blue feathers are highly distinct and can reconstruct prehistoric feather colors. They found blue structural color in fossils, previously unknown, by analyzing pigments and feather structures.
Clouds play a crucial role in projecting future Greenland ice sheet melt, with high emission scenarios showing the most significant uncertainty. The study found that clouds can increase or decrease sea level rise by up to 11 cm within the next thousand years.
Dwarf mongoose group members behave more co-operatively when faced with potential violence from rival factions, according to a new study published in Behavioral Ecology. The threat of conflict leads to increases in within-group behaviors, including greater grooming and sentinel duty.
Researchers from University of Bristol and others found that GP inflammatory marker tests are not sensitive enough to rule out serious underlying conditions. The studies also revealed high rates of false positive results leading to unnecessary consultations and referrals.
A study by the University of Bristol found that dog owners' perceptions of effectiveness and confidence in using behaviour modification techniques are crucial in predicting their adoption of positive reinforcement-based solutions. Positive reinforcement-based techniques are humane and effective, while punishment-based methods can exace...
Men in abusive relationships often lack confidence to seek help due to fear of not being believed or feeling 'less of a man.' Specialist support services are crucial for men experiencing abuse, with confidentiality, trust, and non-judgemental attitudes being key considerations.
Male dolphins in Shark Bay form strong bonds based on shared foraging techniques, exhibiting homophilous behavior that benefits mating success. This study provides new insight into the social habits of tool-using dolphins, challenging long-held assumptions about their solitary nature.
A new study led by the University of Bristol found that limiting warming to the lower Paris Climate Goal could avoid 110-2,720 annual heat-related deaths in major US cities. Strengthening national climate actions is crucial for preventing these deaths and promoting public health.
Researchers observed micro-perforations in the basement membrane zone, allowing inflammatory cells to access and feed growing cancer cells. This 'window' into the cancer process enables targeting of these weak spots with cancer therapeutics.
A recent study has found that mites and ticks belong to the same evolutionary lineage, with over 42,000 mite species and 12,000 tick species described. This discovery expands our understanding of arthropod biodiversity and highlights the importance of genomic data in clarifying long-standing debates.
Scientists from the University of Bristol and ETH Zurich have developed an interactive VR software framework that enables humans to train machine-learning algorithms using 'on-the-fly' quantum mechanics calculations. This allows for high-quality training data generation, improving machine learning models and accelerating scientific dis...
Research suggests that leaving school earlier may increase the risk of heart disease in later life. Studies found that higher levels of BMI, blood pressure, and smoking partly explain this association. Interventions targeting these risk factors could lead to reductions in cardiovascular disease.
A new study by an international team of scientists identified a significant increase in CFC-11 emissions in eastern China since 2013, posing a threat to the recovery of the stratospheric ozone layer. The findings suggest that new production of CFC-11 has taken place in the region, primarily for building insulation and refrigerators.
An international team of scientists used structured expert judgment to estimate plausible ranges for future sea level rise from melting ice sheets. Their findings suggest that coastal communities should not rule out the possibility of 21st-century SLR in excess of two metres when developing adaptation strategies.
Research found that persistent picky eaters at age 3 had similar dietary differences by age 10, but these reduced by age 13. The diets of all children, including non-picky eaters, showed low fruit and vegetable intake, despite efforts to encourage healthy eating habits.
A new study published in Neuropsychopharmacology suggests that early life adversity can lead to negative thinking patterns and impairments in reward-related cognition. This can increase the risk of developing depression, particularly as it affects how individuals process emotional information.
Researchers found that eliminating digital waste, such as avoiding sending images to users who only listen to audio, could reduce YouTube's carbon footprint by 100-500Kt CO2e. The study suggests that Sustainable Interaction Design has potential to offer more carbon savings than current strategies.
Hadrosaurs' powerful jaws with multiple teeth were crucial for their success, but elaborate display crests evolved in multiple bursts driven by sexual selection. Researchers analyzed fossil data and computational methods to understand the evolution of these innovations.
Researchers at the University of Bristol have successfully demonstrated a new material's ultra-high thermal conductivity, twice that of copper. This breakthrough paves the way for energy-efficient devices in mobile phones, radars, and electric cars, leading to better performance and safety.
Researchers measured farmland nectar supplies throughout the year, revealing hungry gaps when food supply is not meeting pollinator demand. Early spring and late summer are periods of great nectar deficit on UK farmland.
Researchers analyzed 4,442 hip implants and 947,686 knee replacements to find that some implants have excellent results with low failure rates, while others perform poorly. The study provides a comprehensive benchmark for joint replacement surgery, enabling patients to discuss their options with surgeons.
Scientists created smart glues from human stem cells that can repair chronic wounds, protecting the cells from aggressive environments. The new technology uses natural enzymes to grow artificial extracellular matrices, paving the way for tissue engineering advancements.
Research suggests that horses' legs adapted for endurance travel, with single-toed forms emerging as a dominant lineage. The 'spring foot' enabled energy-efficient locomotion, allowing early single-toed horses to thrive in cooler and drier climates.
A large study of over 670,000 primary hip replacement patients found that patients under 60, males, and those with chronic pulmonary disease are at increased risk of developing severe infection. The study also showed that liver diseases or inflammatory arthropathy increase the risk of revision for infection in the long-term.
A new study found that leaders in groups of animals are more vulnerable to attack from predators due to their riskier position within the group. Researchers used virtual prey in aquarium tanks and found leaders were more likely to be attacked than followers, with isolated individuals also being at higher risk.
The £1.1 million project aims to develop bioresorbable stents that prevent complications associated with metal stents, treating severe peripheral vascular disease. The new device will dissolve between 18-24 months, preventing life-long presence of metal stents and associated chronic inflammation.
Hepatitis C transmissions in high-income countries could be reduced by up to 79%, with lower rates in low- and middle-income nations. New antiviral treatments have become available, but widespread adoption of prevention measures is crucial for meeting the World Health Organization's elimination targets.
Scientists studied planktic foraminifera fossil record, finding that global recovery took around ten million years after the Cretaceous-Paleogene extinction. The study suggests that it will take an extremely long time, likely millions of years, to recover from current climate crisis.
The new centre aims to advance health and medicine by understanding the fundamental nature of life, with a focus on designing and building artificial cells and minimal genomes. Researchers will also investigate protein design and the foundations of life.
Researchers from the University of Bristol found a link between child and adolescent anxiety and later alcohol use disorders. However, associations with drinking frequency and binge drinking were more inconsistent.
Scientists discover that comb jellies evolved from ancestors with polyp-like tentacles on the sea floor, which later developed into balloon-like spheres and comb-like structures. The discovery repositions comb jellies alongside corals and jellyfish in the evolutionary tree of life.
A study by the University of Bristol found that non-suicidal self-harm, cannabis use, and exposure to self-harm in friends or family were key predictors of future suicide attempts. The study followed 310 adolescents with suicidal thoughts over five years and found that one in five attempted suicide.
A study at the University of Bristol found that mindfulness training improved mental health and wellbeing in medical students, reducing anxiety and stress. Students reported enhanced empathy, communication skills, and coping techniques, leading to better emotional wellbeing and professional development.
A team of scientists has uncovered new evidence that suggests central Tibet was no higher than 2.3km with large lakes fringed by subtropical vegetation and deep valleys. The discovery uses ancient palm leaves to challenge previous estimates of the region's elevation.
A large breakthrough has been made in understanding the genetic causes of mouth ulcers, identifying 97 genome regions linked to the condition. These findings hold promise for developing new treatments and drugs to prevent or heal mouth ulcers, which affect up to 25% of young adults.