Brighton researchers expose counterfeit pet supplements on BBC One

University of Brighton researchers teamed up with BBC One’s Morning Live to investigate the dangers of counterfeit pet supplements sold online. 

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Professor Bhavik Patel, along with Technical Instructor Rora Wisby and student Ricoveer Shergill, welcomed a film crew to their lab in December to conduct vital testing. The resulting feature aired this week on BBC One and is available to watch on BBC iPlayer.

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University of Brighton’s virologist chosen to lead top science institute

Renowned virologist and School of Applied Sciences lecturer Dr Sarah Pitt has been named as President Elect of the Institute of Biomedical Science (IBMS)

The announcement is in recognition of the significant contributions Dr Pitt has made to the field, including during the COVID-19 pandemic. Her dedication to public health and her ability to communicate complex scientific concepts to a wide audience have earned her recognition as a leading voice in biomedical science.

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Check if you’re eligible for £1,250 and a lower grade offer 

At the University of Brighton, we’re here to support you in making the best start to your university journey. With our new postcode checker, you can quickly see if you’re eligible for our Brighton Boost financial support package, designed to help you with the cost of living and make everyday things just that little bit easier.   Continue reading “Check if you’re eligible for £1,250 and a lower grade offer “

Looking back on our 2024: A year of innovation, creativity and impact 

As we wrap up 2024, we want to take a moment to reflect on the past year’s achievements, milestones and stories that have shaped the year here at the University of Brighton.  

There’s so much to celebrate – we’ve seen groundbreaking research, community impact and inspiring student success across every area of the university.   Continue reading “Looking back on our 2024: A year of innovation, creativity and impact “

Breakthrough research from University of Brighton could lead to faster wound healing

A pioneering project by University of Brighton researchers has shed new light on how wound dressing materials can speed up healing of chronic wounds.

The breakthrough could mean faster recovery for patients and is an important first step towards the development of a new type of wound dressing that mimics the body’s natural tissue and which would transform wound care in the UK and around the world.

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Top 10 Reasons to Study Environmental Sciences at Brighton 

From exploring the stunning landscapes of places such as Wales and Sicily to collaborating with peers in the lab, the University of Brighton’s Environmental Sciences BSc course offers you the opportunity to turn your passion for the environment into real-world action.

Students here don’t just study the environment – they experience it firsthand, through field trips, lab work, creative assessments and an optional industry placement year that helps them build their academic and practical skills. Continue reading “Top 10 Reasons to Study Environmental Sciences at Brighton “

GIS and Remote Sensing for Detecting and Managing Wildlife Foodscapes

Dr Matthew Brolly’s research on “foodscapes” studies the complex habitats that sustain wildlife, particularly large herbivores like deer, in Mediterranean ecosystems.

The INCREMENTO and MULTISPECTRAL projects, which focus on wild ungulate foodscapes using controlled deer populations to study their impacts, exemplify this by exploring how these animals interact with their surroundings and respond to changing vegetation availability and habitat quality. Continue reading “GIS and Remote Sensing for Detecting and Managing Wildlife Foodscapes”