Latest news from the Dick Vet. Search Publication date Date from Date to Red squirrel goals set out by experts 19 June, 2026Animal research Roslin Vet School Experts from across Scotland set out ambitions to track and study iconic species in key report. Dental disease prevalent in hedgehogs, data reveals 16 June, 2026Animal research Vet School Newly developed scoring system to assess oral health reveals high prevalence of disease in… Former Director awarded OBE in King's honours 16 June, 2026Roslin Vet School Professor Bruce Whitelaw recognised in royal birthday honours list for services to bioscience. Rhino conservation supported by genome tools 02 June, 2026News Roslin Vet School Genomic monitoring project aims to support management of critically endangered eastern black rhinos. Feather insights could curb spread of poultry virus 28 May, 2026News Roslin Breeding poultry according to their capacity to shed virus from feathers could improve flock-level… Land policies should consider disease risk, study finds 26 May, 2026News Roslin Efforts to expand woodland in Scotland should consider potential infection spread between wildlife… Disease experts join study of Andes hantavirus 22 May, 2026News Roslin UK network to study information and samples from patients following infection outbreak on cruise… Forum strengthens global pandemic preparedness 21 May, 2026News Roslin Research network unites broad expertise to target widespread impacts of disease outbreaks. Pigs offer insights into human parasite infection 14 May, 2026News Roslin Pig studies may help scientists better understand a common parasite that can cause serious illness… Light pollution disrupts gene activity in urban lizards 13 May, 2026News Roslin Artificial light at night disrupts gene activity and physical functions, research shows. Experts meet to advance non-animal research tools 20 April, 2026News Roslin Two-day meeting facilitates discussion on ways to reduce, replace and refine the use of animals in… CT scanner enables world-leading studies in large animals 08 April, 2026Animal research News Roslin Imaging device supports pioneering capability in animal and human health research. Antibiotic resistance circulating in farm environments 07 April, 2026Animal research News Roslin High antibiotic resistance has been linked with poultry farming in Malawi, underscoring the need… Advanced surgery saves rabbit’s shattered leg 01 April, 2026Small Animals Vet School Specialist teams work together to save pet’s leg after complex fracture. Fluorescent imaging helps cats and dogs with cancer 30 March, 2026Small Animals Vet School New technology helps vets find potential sites of tumour spread and support tailored cancer care… AI tool supports breeding for bone health in chickens 26 March, 2026Animal research News Roslin Automated X-ray analysis could enable large-scale breeding for stronger bones and reduced fractures… Owners’ ethical views inform animal training preferences 19 March, 2026Vet School Links between principles and behaviour management can inform vets and behaviour professionals to… Equine anaesthesia research highlights safety gains 16 March, 2026Equine News Vet School An international study tracking patients over time reveals falling mortality rates and factors… Spaniel recovers following fish hook scare 12 March, 2026Small Animals Vet School Young dog’s trauma highlights why early management and referral is critical. Kitchen drawer handles linked to leg injuries in cats 18 February, 2026News Veterinary researchers have identified a potential household injury risk for cats linked to common… Stem cell protein may boost cultivated fat production 16 February, 2026News Roslin A protein has been found to be associated with animal stem cells that produce fat, potentially… Tool offers ways to track carbon cost of vet surgery 13 February, 2026News Database documenting emissions of surgical procedures in dogs highlights potential reductions via… Bacteria adapt to thrive in dairy cattle 11 February, 2026News Roslin A biological mechanism of bacteria has been shown to target a common milk protein, supporting… Genetics expert appointed head of Roslin Institute 26 January, 2026News Roslin Vet School Professor John Hammond will take up the post in May. 1 2 This article was published on Tuesday 6 January 2026
