According to evolutionary theory, animals should try to find the fittest mate with the best genes to pass on to their offspring. But over the past few years, a growing number of exceptions to this rule have emerged. Research carried…
Sleeping pills owe half their benefits to placebo effect, study finds
Half of the benefit of taking sleeping pills comes from the placebo effect, according to a major new study published in the British Medical Journal. Researchers re-analysed results from more than a dozen clinical trials of the most common type…
Researchers take a dip into the history of Lincoln’s Brayford Pool
Staff and students from the University of Lincoln have helped to tell the story of one of Lincoln’s most iconic geographical features by contributing to a new history book about the Brayford Pool. The book Brayford Pool: Lincoln’s Waterfront Through Time,…
Do cultural differences exist among dogs?
Although it is known how cultural identity affects behaviours among the human population, it is still unknown whether this notion can be applied to man’s best friend. The answer may be just round the corner following research being carried out…
Animation team brings Christmas classic to life
Three Lincoln animators are celebrating their involvement in the 30th anniversary sequel to the classic Christmas film, ‘The Snowman’. Peter Dodd and Denise Dean, who are lecturers on the University of Lincoln’s BA (Hons) Animation course, and recent graduate, Lara…
New lab to unlock the mysteries of sleep
Scientists from the University of Lincoln have launched a new research laboratory to explore the mysteries of sleep. The Sleep and Cognition (SaC) Laboratory in the University’s School of Psychology will be the base for cutting-edge studies into the links…