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Scientists call for urgent action to halt genetic diversity loss

30 January 2025

A new study finds genetic diversity loss is occurring globally, and scientists call for urgent action.

New study reveals where condition of rivers has declined since 1990

13 December 2024

Despite widespread improvements in river health between 1991 and 2019, researchers discover worrying signs for some of the most biologically diverse rivers.

COP16 – Cardiff University research tackling biodiversity loss

2 December 2024

Research from Cardiff University was featured at COP16 in Colombia to help tackle global biodiversity challenges.

‘Forever chemicals’ found in English otters

17 June 2024

PFAS, also known as ‘forever chemicals’, have been found in English otters

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Textured tiles help endangered eels overcome human-made river obstacles, study finds

10 June 2024

Scientists observe new asymmetric swimming technique used by ray-finned fish to take full advantage of reduced river velocity

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£2.3 million for breakthrough acute myeloid leukaemia treatment

27 March 2024

A £2.3 million Medical Research Council grant will advance innovative new approach to treating acute myeloid leukaemia.

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Can over-the-counter cold medicine treat COVID-19?

18 March 2024

Researchers confirm that over-the-counter cold and flu medicine can help people safely and effectively manage COVID-19 at home

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Spilling the dirt on Combined Sewer Overflows

19 February 2024

Researchers provide answers to addressing the challenges of Combined Sewer Overflows for cleaner waters in the UK

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International partnership for neuroscience and mental health research

8 February 2024

A partnership between Maastricht University and Cardiff University unites expertise in neuroscience and mental health research

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£680k funding to create 3D bone-sensory nerve model

18 January 2024

Cardiff University researchers are developing a new bone-sensory nerve model to identify new molecular targets and pre-screening of drugs for pain.