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Contacts and clusters in UK equids - understanding infectious disease risks
The Horse Trust has awarded a grant to the RVC’s Dr Jackie Cardwell and Dr Kim Stevens, in collaboration with Dr Kelsey Spence (University of Guelph), Dr Sarah Rosanowski (New Zealand Equine Health Association) and Prof Josh Slater (University of …The Horse Trust has awarded a grant to the RVC’s Dr Jackie Cardwell and Dr Kim Stevens, in …
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New RVC study reveals the importance of monitoring insulin in predicting laminitis in ponies
A new study led by the Royal Veterinary College (RVC), in partnership with the Waltham PetCare Science Institute, which investigated predictors of laminitis in ponies has found that the concentration of insulin in the blood is a key indicator of … -
RVC researchers reveal the molecular mechanisms that underlie a common genetic form of ‘tying up’ in horses.
In 2008, researchers at the University of Minnesota revealed the genetic cause of type 1 Polysaccharide Storage Myopathy (PSSM1), a common disorder associated with exertional rhabdomyolysis in horses. Affected animals have a mutation in a key …In 2008, researchers at the University of Minnesota revealed the genetic cause of type 1 …
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RVC's Prof Christine Nicol wins medal for poultry welfare science
We are delighted to announce that our own Professor Christine Nicol, presented the prestigious Gordon Memorial Trust Lecture at this year’s WPSA conference on the 13th of April, Christine enthralled attendees with her lecture titled – ‘Whither …We are delighted to announce that our own Professor Christine Nicol, presented the …
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New RVC study reveals the impact of farriery interventions on galloping racehorses’ hoof biomechanics
A new study, led by the Royal Veterinary College, and funded by the Horserace Betting Levy Board, has shed light on the influence of horseshoe and surface conditions on racehorses’ hoof movements. This has implications for how racehorses’ athletic … -
The RVC awarded funding to better understand early-life influences on performance and financial viability of Thoroughbred breeding
The RVC awarded funding to better understand early-life influences on performance and financial viability of Thoroughbred breeding -
The RVC to develop ground-breaking tool that assesses quality of life for horses and ponies with common hormone disorder
The RVC to develop ground-breaking tool that assesses quality of life for horses and ponies with common hormone disorder -
Rare sea turtle gets CT scan at the RVC
“Turtley” terrific teamwork at the Royal Veterinary College gives promising CT scan result for Menai the TurtleClinicians at the Royal Veterinary College in Hertfordshire played a key role in a rare turtle’s …
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The Royal Veterinary College achieves top spot in global rankings
The RVC has been ranked as world number one for Veterinary Science in the latest QS World University Subject Rankings, for the third consecutive year -
RVC launches first comprehensive study of umbilical cord torsion in thoroughbreds
Researchers at the Royal Veterinary College (RVC) have been awarded funding to build on their studies into umbilical cord torsion (UCT) in thoroughbreds. This research, funded by the Alborada Trust, continues the first ever comprehensive study of …