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Misinformation on Twitter Adversely Affects Adults’ Health Decisions

A new study is the first to explore the effect of misinformation on Twitter about e-cigarette harms.

Surroundings Affect Rhythm of an Individual’s Walk, According to New Study

Stepping patterns become slower and more variable if a person is uncomfortable with their surroundings, researchers have found.

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Major International Study Reports the Impact of Genetics on Epigenetic Factors

Understanding what causes epigenetic variation could be a step closer thanks to a new atlas of genetic effects on epigenetic factors.

Moth Wingtips an ‘Acoustic Decoy’ to Thwart Bat Attack, Scientists Find

Wingtips of certain species of silkmoth are structured to reflect sound and throw off attackers, according to a new study.

Fat Matters More Than Muscle for Heart Health, Research Finds

New research has found that changes in body fat impact early markers of heart health more than changes in body muscle, suggesting there are greater benefits to be expected from losing fat than from gaining muscle.

SARS-CoV-2 Transmission Model Suggests Primary School Infection Could Be Greater This Autumn Than in 2020

The SARS-CoV-2 epidemic has already had a major impact on children's education, with schools having been required to implement infection control measures that have led to long periods of absence and classroom closures.

COVID-19 Vaccine Efficacy Does Not Support Boosters for General Population, Expert Review Concludes

An expert review by an international group of scientists, including the World Health Organisation (WHO), Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the University of Bristol,

Shop Displays of E-Cigarettes and Smoking Paraphernalia Could Undermine Effectiveness of Banning Tobacco Displays

Efforts to discourage people from smoking by banning tobacco retail displays in shops and supermarkets could be weakened by prominent displays of electronic (e) cigarettes and smoking paraphernalia,

During the Pandemic Two Thirds of Bereaved People Report Experiencing Social Isolation and Loneliness

New research shows impact of grief during the pandemic as two thirds of bereaved people report experiencing social isolation and loneliness.

Research Reveals Drug Targets for Memory Enhancement

Bristol-led research has identified specific drug targets within the neural circuits that encode memories, paving the way for significant advances in the treatment of a broad spectrum of brain disorders.

Major Advance in Race For SARS-CoV-2 Inhibitor Drugs

A new advance towards the development of drugs specifically designed to inhibit a key SARS-CoV-2 enzyme is reported in the Royal Society of Chemistry's leading journal, Chemical Science.

Feeling a Spark: Flowers Release Their Perfume in Response to Electricity of a Bee's Touch

New research has found that the electrical charge created by visiting bumblebees stimulates some flowers to release more of their sweet-smelling scent.

Pioneering Software Can Grow and Treat Virtual Tumours Using A.I.

Pioneering new research paves the way for A.I. developed nanomedicines that target cancer cells more efficiently.

Largest Trial of Antibiotic Amoxicillin for Treating Chest Infections in Children Finds Little Effect

The largest randomised placebo-controlled trial of the antibiotic amoxicillin for treating chest infections in children -

Photonic Chip Is Key to Nurturing Quantum Computers

A team of researchers from Bristol’s Quantum Engineering and Technology Labs (QETLabs) has shown how to protect qubits from errors using photons in a silicon chip.

Staying on Long-Term Antidepressants Reduces Risk of Relapse

When people stop taking antidepressants after a long period of use, just over half (56 per cent) experience a relapse within a year, compared to 39 per cent of those who stay on medication,

Tobacco and Alcohol May Increase Likelihood of Using Illegal Drugs, New Study Shows

The use of legal drugs (tobacco and alcohol) may lead to the use of cannabis, a new study led by the University of Bristol and published in the journal Addiction has found.

Allergies Including Asthma and Hay Fever Not Linked to Mental Health Traits

Allergic diseases such as asthma, atopic dermatitis and hay fever do not cause the onset of mental health conditions or vice versa,

The Smarter the Bird, the More Mental Stimulation It Needs in Captivity, a Study Has Found

Researchers have discovered that intelligent birds have unique welfare needs in captivity.

Combined Treatments Are the Most Effective to Stop Smoking, Study Finds

Combination therapies, particularly varenicline and nicotine replacement therapy (NRT) combined, are the most effective tobacco cessation pharmacotherapies,