Research news
£300k project explores role of feed strategies in parasite control
A new £300,000 study involving University of Stirling experts and a leading animal feed manufacturer is aiming to explore how certain feed ingredients can reduce infections in farmed fish.
Routine sparring in boxing can affect brain performance
Routine sparring in boxing can cause short-term impairments in brain-to-muscle communication and decreased memory performance, according to new research.
Informal approach key to tackling drinking in pregnancy
Health professionals should adopt a conversational approach and focus on building trust when discussing alcohol consumption with pregnant women, midwives have told researchers.
Stirling graduates make national television debut
University of Stirling graduates' documentary about a mixed martial artist is to air on the BBC Scotland channel tonight.
Banning trophy hunting can have a detrimental impact, experts say
Experts have outlined “compelling evidence” that suggests banning trophy hunting can negatively affect conservation – arguing that unregulated killings are far more prevalent in non-hunting zones.
