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RVC offers PhD studentships in Food Systems
Food Systems is a growing area of RVC research.

Applications close on 23 January 2023.

The Royal Veterinary College (RVC) has opened applications for four PhD studentships in Food Systems.

Although animal health and welfare research is what the RVC is best-known for, the broader social, human health and environmental impacts of food production.

Students under the studentships will be supported by the UK Food Systems Centre for Doctoral Training, of which the RVC has been an active member since its creation. 

Four studentships are available at the RVC, and interested parties have until 23 January 2023 to submit an application.

Aimed at graduates with a strong interest in multi-disciplinary research and interdisciplinary food systems perspectives, the graduate programme lasts for 4 years. 

Further information on the cohort now open for applications can be found on the Centre for Doctoral Training website. An online information session will be held on Tuesday 10 January 2023 for prospective applicants.

Professor of Animal Welfare at the RVC, Christine Nicol explained: “Studying at the RVC will provide you with a deep understanding of systems thinking. 

“You will work alongside global research leaders in animal health and welfare and take part in research and discussions about the ethics, human health, and environmental impacts of including animals in food systems. We will support you all the way!”


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Two new roles on BEVA Nurse Committee

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 The BEVA has opened two new roles on its Nurse Committee.

There is one role available for a full member (for three years) and one role for a student member (until they qualify).

Members must attend all meetings, occurring four times a year. They will assist the committee in understanding the field, identifying issues and engaging with external parties.

More details can be found here

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BSAVA publishes Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice

The BSAVA has added a small animal nutrition advice booklet to its series of BSAVA guides.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice offers a resource for veterinary professionals to provide appropriate nutrition for animals. As well as maintaining the wellbeing of healthy pets, the guide explores how nutritional requirements change in times of illness and disease.

The guide is divided into five sections, which explore the importance of nutritional assessment; diet types; feeding at different life stages; feeding for specific situations; and feeding for specific diseases. Online resources are also in the BSAVA Library including client handouts and videos.

It is designed to be suitable for referencing, in-depth case planning and team training sessions.

The BSAVA Guide to Nutrition in Small Animal Practice can be purchased online from the BSAVA store.