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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…

3 pigs in a pen

Light pollution disrupts gene activity in urban lizards

13 May, 2026News Roslin

Artificial light at night disrupts gene activity and physical functions, research shows.

A green anole lizard sits on a large leaf.

Immune cells offer insights on billion-dollar virus

30 April, 2026Animal research Roslin

Whiteleg shrimp studies examine key organs and pinpoint genes linked to virus response.

A close-up of a whiteleg shrimp.

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…

Audience listening to a speaker during the symposium held in the Roslin auditorium