School of Biosciences news

Coauthor Love Dalén measuring cave lion cub

Ancient DNA reveals unique history of extinct cave lion

4 June 2026

The history of an extinct cave lion has been revealed through new genetic analysis by scientists in Sweden and Cardiff.

Scientists use new otter poo DNA sampling technique

13 May 2026

A new approach enables non-invasive collection and study of genetic data from otters with potential use in other species

Learned Society of Wales welcomes new Fellows tackling key world challenges

28 April 2026

15 academics from Cardiff University have achieved the prestigious honour of joining the Learned Society of Wales.

Dog in garden receiving flea treatment on the back of the neck

Flea-treatments and sheep-dips at damaging levels in Welsh rivers

11 March 2026

Chemicals used in veterinary flea-treatments and sheep-dips are potentially harming wildlife in Welsh rivers.

roads and roundabouts cutting through trees and green fields

Most roadless areas in Great Britain are smaller than 1km2

18 February 2026

A new study measures the amount of roadless areas in Great Britain and examines the wildlife impact of roads.

Cardiff University facilities: your innovation partner

12 February 2026

New short films showcase nine university innovation facilities now available for industry hire and collaboration.

Cardiff University and Arthritis UK Celebrate Research Impact

28 January 2026

Cardiff University and Arthritis UK have celebrated over a decade of groundbreaking arthritis research with the launch of the Arthritis UK Biomechanics and Bioengineering Research Centre Impact Report and two flagship events.

Coauthors Sergey Fedorov and Mikkel Sinding completing the autopsy of the Tumat-1 wolf puppy.

Woolly rhino genes recovered from Ice Age wolf stomach

14 January 2026

Woolly rhino genetics recovered from an Ice Age wolf discovered in north-eastern Siberia reveals vital information about the animals population collapse.

Prehistoric cave painting of two Sulawesi warty pigs from Leang Tedongnge Cave, Sulawesi, Indonesia.

How people moved pigs across the Pacific

9 January 2026

Genetic study reveals the routes taken by people as they island-hopped across Indonesia

Photo of Huw Morgan in a lab coat in a lab

Cancer biologist awarded Health and Care Research Wales Advanced Fellowship

16 December 2025

An Advanced Fellowship award will help to develop a new cost-effective test for kidney cancer.

Biodegradable wet wipes remain in rivers for more than five weeks

15 December 2025

Scientists show for the first time that most biodegradable wet wipes aren’t as biodegradable as their marketing claims.

Rising levels of banned toxic chemicals in otters from Wales

1 December 2025

Polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) found in every otter tested by the Cardiff University Otter Project.

Scientists map badger roadkill UK hotspots

24 November 2025

New research identifies badger hotspots for wildlife-vehicle collisions.

Captivity makes salmon less symmetrical

26 September 2025

Salmon reared in captivity are more asymmetrical compared to wild salmon, suggesting higher stress levels, new research finds.

Headshots of Charlotte Brookfield and Hannah Shaw

Double success for Cardiff academics in teaching excellence awards

6 August 2025

Charlotte Brookfield and Hannah Shaw recognised with prestigious sector-leading National Teaching Fellowships

Three female graduates sat on a bench in their hats and gowns.

Triplets who “fell in love with Cardiff” honour late grandfather in emotional graduation celebrations

30 July 2025

Rose, Maudie and Grace Orgill graduate together as part of Class of 2025

Twins Carys and Anneira stand together in a garden

Biosciences twins graduate together

15 July 2025

Twins Anneira and Carys Moore graduate together after completing their studies in Biological and Biomedical Sciences.

Scientists calculate how many wet wipes enter UK waters per person

19 June 2025

Cardiff University scientists develop the first comprehensive model to calculate wet wipe emissions to rivers.

Professor John Atack and Professor Simon Ward in the lab

$140 Million investment in new therapies for neuropsychiatric disorders

18 June 2025

New Cardiff University spin-out, Draig Therapeutics, receives $140 Million investment in developing new therapies for Major Neuropsychiatric Disorders

Snacking may impact children’s growth

15 April 2025

New research finds that grazing throughout the day could limit children’s growth.