Gene variation might signify longer concussion recovery, study suggests
Researchers focused on 40 athletes with a diagnosed concussion.
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Horse riders have the “right stuff”, a German study suggests
Riding is found to build strong character traits.
Read moreClimate change may not result in less US grass cover – study
Earlier spring, warmer winters will largely offset summer baking.
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Researchers explore winter shelter and heat preferences in horses
Norwegian study conducted just below the Arctic Circle.
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Bat findings could help in the fight against deadly Hendra virus
Researchers cast spotlight on the super immunity of bats.
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Fifty-nine rider deaths identified in eventing since 1993
Researcher examines hurdles in assessing eventing risk
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Dogs and horses a useful double-act in helping autistic children – study
Dogs and horses improved adaptability, British researchers report.
Read moreLab-engineered equine cartilage could get first live trial next year
How will it hold up to the large forces exerted in a horse?
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Jousting injuries may have sparked Henry VIII’s erratic behaviour – study
Two hours of unconsciousness after horse fell on him.
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“Smell-of-a-horse” herb improves sexual function in women – study
Ashwagandha shows promise in double blind, placebo-controlled study.
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Estimating ancient animal populations complicated by losses in fossil record
Differing rates of fossil loss found across Americas
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“Horses have the ability to read emotions across the species barrier”
Research suggests horses can read human emotions in faces.
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Study explores well-being of equine entrepreneurs
A majority of those in Finnish study described a good quality of life.
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Why horse riders shouldn’t “get back on” after a crashing fall
Researchers learn when concussions can lead to sustained brain damage.
Read moreResearchers find further link between head injuries and Alzheimer’s disease
Head injuries “triggers biological processes that burn away for years.”
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Abnormal tissue changes in wound healing behind sarcoids, say researchers
Findings open avenues for several potential therapeutic approaches.
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Research into potential probiotic wormer in horses scores federal cash
Innovative crowdfunded research helped get $US2.1m grant.
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Relationships with animals should be considered in disasters – review
Some owners can consider pets to be part of themselves.
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Can you see what I see? Camouflage not behind zebras’ stripes – researchers
Scientists consider how hyenas and lions would see the stripes.
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Horse imported into Britain may have been infected by West Nile Virus
Researchers report on likely case in horse from Cyprus.
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