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Rapid evolution may have helped bats avoid cancer, study finds

Rapid evolution may have helped bats avoid cancer, study finds

The researchers sequenced the genomes of the Jamaican fruit bat (pictured) and the Mesoamerican mustached bat. It may also help...

Wildlife Editor
Cambodia swine flu strains raise pandemic concerns

Cambodia swine flu strains raise pandemic concerns

Researchers found reverse zoonoses of H1N1/2009 pandemic virus. Researchers found 72 pigs with influenza A virus. The discovery of 72...

Avian flu subtype could lead to pandemic, researchers say

Avian flu subtype could lead to pandemic, researchers say

If contracted by humans, the H3N8 AIV has been found to cause acute respiratory distress syndrome and could be fatal....

Farm Animal Editor
Scientists identify bladder cancer genes in cats and dogs

Scientists identify bladder cancer genes in cats and dogs

Veterinary pathologists from 17 countries took part in the research. The research could pave the way for new treatments. An...

Charity awards £1.5 million grant for glioma research

Charity awards £1.5 million grant for glioma research

The researchers will trial the new treatment in Japan. New treatment could be used to help both dogs and humans....

Parasites expert awarded Royal Society Medal

Parasites expert awarded Royal Society Medal

Joanna Webster is professor of parasitic diseases at RVC. Award given for work tackling parasitic disease in Africa and Asia....

Surgeons remove python parasite from woman’s brain

Surgeons remove python parasite from woman’s brain

The woman is believed to have caught the parasite indirectly from a carpet python. The case is the first of...

One Health webinar to explore collaborative advantages

One Health webinar to explore collaborative advantages

It will feature three expert speakers, who will share their knowledge and experiences of supporting One Health aims in animal...

Industry Editor
Research helps explain how coronaviruses jump species

Research helps explain how coronaviruses jump species

It could also warn us of coronaviruses’ future potential to evolve to become more infectious. The discovery may help scientists...

WSAVA workshop to discuss domestic violence

WSAVA workshop to discuss domestic violence

The workshop will look at domestic violence pet response plans among other topics. Experts will explore the topic as a...