News in brief
Addressing medicine’s gender data gap and microbes in space: News from Imperial
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
Stories tagged with 'animal research'
Ageing in isolation
No incentive for older birds to make new friends
Like people, birds have fewer friends as they age, but the reasons why are unclear. New research suggests they may just have no drive to.
Pond problems
Hampstead Heath ponds where dogs swim contaminated with pesticides
Most dog owners didn’t know that flea and tick treatments are dangerous to aquatic life, suggesting more awareness could ease the problem.
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Bird biodiversity
True global impact of human-driven bird extinctions far greater than expected
The ongoing loss of bird species is likely to have severe knock-on effects as their unique roles in ecosystems are not fulfilled, shows a new study.
Biodiversity target study
Protecting 0.7% of land could help save 1/3 of unique & endangered species
Conservation efforts directed towards just 0.7% of the world’s land mass could help protect 1/3 of the world’s threatened and unique tetrapod species.
Badger boost
Farmer-led badger vaccination could revolutionise mission to tackle bovine TB
A new study highlights the need for government support for large-scale badger vaccination to eradicate bovine tuberculosis.
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News in brief
Animal research and AI/BMI health predictors: News from Imperial
Here’s a batch of fresh news and announcements from across Imperial.
HEALTHIER AGEING
Turning off inflammatory protein extends healthy lifespan in mice
Scientists have discovered that ‘turning off’ a protein called IL-11 can significantly increase the healthy lifespan of mice by almost 25%.
Parasiticide research win
Research on environmental risks of pet parasiticides receives President’s Award
An interdisciplinary research group showing the environmental risks of pet parasiticides has received Imperial College London's President's Award.
Animal care excellence
Imperial endorses Culture of Care plan to guide next 10 years of animal research
A new roadmap aims to help Imperial maintain its sector-leading care and excellence in animal research and ensure it remains an exemplar for others.
