UofG School of Biodiversity, One Health & Veterinary Medicine

15/09/2026

Research news!

Gaelic, Scots and Norse place-names lead scientists to Scotland’s hidden oyster beds.

Analysing original Gaelic and Scots place-names has helped a team of University of Glasgow scientists rediscover the locations of important oyster beds on the West Coast of Scotland.

The discoveries of the project, led by SBOHVM's Anna McGregor and made on Mull and Islay with support and guidance from local tradition and knowledge bearers, highlight the fundamental links between language, traditional knowledge and the natural habitat.

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Analysing original Gaelic and Scots place-names has helped a team of scientists rediscover the locations of important oyster beds on the West Coast of Scotland

10/09/2026

Mosquitoes in Scotland: Friend and foe? Join Heather Ferguson to learn about new research exploring their ecology, distribution and potential to transmit disease. Curious for more? Come along to view live mosquitoes and speak to our experts.

Book now👉https://rse.org.uk/event/mosquitos-in-scotland-friend-and-foe/

The Royal Society of Edinburgh, 22-26 George St, Edinburgh EH2 2PQ (or online)
Saturday 12th September 18:00 - 19:00

09/09/2026

Research News!
Vaccinating dogs, not people, holds key to ending rabies deaths in Kerala.

A new study, led by Prof Katie Hampson has found that expanding dog vaccination, rather than introducing routine pre-exposure vaccination for children, is the most effective and cost-effective way to eliminate rabies deaths in people in Kerala, India.

Learn more - https://www.gla.ac.uk/news/headline_1290403_en.html

A new study has found that expanding dog vaccination, rather than introducing routine pre-exposure vaccination for children, is the most effective and cost-effective way to eliminate rabies deaths in people in Kerala, India

07/09/2026

Congratulations Zoe! 👏🏻

Celebrating Zoe Hatfield, Recipient of the Louise O'Dwyer Scholarship 2026!

Everyone at the Small Animal Hospital is incredibly proud to congratulate Zoe Hatfield RVN, VTS (Neurology) on being awarded the Louise O'Dwyer Scholarship 2026.

This prestigious scholarship honours the legacy of Louise O'Dwyer, a highly respected veterinary nurse, educator, and advocate for Emergency and Critical Care nursing. Following Louise's passing in 2019, the scholarship was established with her family's support to continue her passion for education, professional development, and inspiring the next generation of veterinary nurses.

As the recipient, Zoe will undertake advanced training in Emergency and Critical Care, helping her further develop her skills and knowledge while continuing Louise's legacy of excellence in nursing and education.

Those who know Zoe will not be surprised to see her receive this recognition. Her dedication to patient care, commitment to learning, and passion for supporting colleagues make her a truly deserving recipient. We are excited to see all that she achieves through this opportunity and the positive impact it will have on the patients, clients, and teams she works with.

Please join us in congratulating Zoe on this fantastic and well-deserved achievement 👏🥳

UofG School of Biodiversity, One Health & Veterinary Medicine The University of Glasgow College of Medical, Veterinary & Life Sciences

26/08/2026

Congratulations to our August 2026 BVMS graduates! Our graduates took part in the academic procession, which was followed by the RCVS Admission Ceremony and a drinks reception.

The event was attended by Head of School, Prof Christopher Loughrey and Senior Vice-President of the RCVS, Prof Tim Parkin.

The event is available to stream for 28 days - www.westreamit.co.uk/graduationceremony

19/08/2026

Our team at the Scottish Centre for Ecology and the Natural Environment (SCENE) has carried out vital work to repair the jetty on the bonny banks of Loch Lomond
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Works have gone ahead to replace the old jetty at our stunning rese...

31/07/2026

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30/07/2026

Research News!

The Small Animal Hospital, University of Glasgow is the first in the UK to use groundbreaking bee and wasp venom immunotherapy for dogs suffering from extreme allergic reactions to stings.
Read more👉https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/bohvm/about/news/headline_1284067_en.html

https://news.stv.tv/scotland/scottish-animal-hospital-first-in-uk-to-offer-dogs-new-sting-immunotherapy

29/07/2026

Research news!
A new study led by SBOHVM's Kevin Parsons & Matthew Brachmann and published in Nature Communications, reveals that adaptation to warmer waters causes fish to display a range of behaviour and biological differences including obesity, overeating, and having a lower metabolism.

Read more 👉
https://www.gla.ac.uk/schools/bohvm/about/news/headline_1284829_en.html
https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-026-75785-0

28/07/2026

In a new study led by Professor Shaun Killen, a virtual reality (VR) platform has given researchers new insights into how artificial light at night alters the way coral reef fish respond to predators.

👉https://www.gla.ac.uk/news/headline_1283526_en.html