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…
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…
Fetch! First clear evidence that dogs do not naturally distinguish objects by shape
Researchers have provided the first empirical evidence that the way in which dogs relate words to objects is fundamentally different to humans. Many pet owners marvel at their dog’s ability to fetch different objects such as toys on instruction, perceiving…
National recognition for life-saving heart attack and stroke research
A research project which may help to save hundreds of lives by transforming the way heart attacks and strokes are treated by frontline ambulance crews has been recognised at a prestigious national healthcare awards ceremony. Health research specialists from the…
University of Lincoln with EMAS and National Ambulance Groups shortlisted for HSJ Awards 2012
A national quality improvement project led by East Midlands Ambulance Service NHS Trust and the University of Lincoln in collaboration with the National Ambulance Services Clinical Quality Group and National Ambulance Research Steering Groups has been shortlisted for the prestigious…
University collaboration recognised for its role in fighting organised crime
A partnership which is combating fuel smugglers and saving governments billions of pounds in lost revenue has been shortlisted for a prestigious award. The University of Lincoln and fuel marking company Decipher are partners in a project that allows for…