Health Economics comes home to Exeter
Two "founding fathers" of the subject of health economics returned to their training ground of the University of Exeter, when it successfully hosted a national conference this week.
How does our brain “learn” from stressful events?
A study that aims to investigate how the brain processes stress and creates memories of psychologically stressful events will begin shortly thanks to funding of £758,000 from the Biotechnology and Biological Research Council.
Health and medicine showcase hailed a success
A dynamic event highlighted the wide range of medical and health research involving the University of Exeter, the NHS and business partners.
Cognitive behavioural therapy proves effective at reducing depression in people who have not responded to antidepressants
Antidepressants are the most widely used treatment for people with moderate to severe depression.
Top conservation issues to look out for in 2013
A UK-led team of researchers has identified 15 issues that could affect the diversity of life on Earth in 2013.
Genes link growth in the womb with adult metabolism and disease
Researchers have identified four new genetic regions that influence birth weight, providing further evidence that genes as well as maternal nutrition are important for growth in the womb.
Cornish research centre secures second round of funding
One of the South West’s leading research initiatives, the European Centre for Environment and Human Health, at the University of Exeter Medical School, has been awarded a second phase of funding to help continue its important work in the region.
Medical School attracts impressive application numbers for first cohort
The University of Exeter Medical School has received nearly 15 applications for every place on its first medical degree programme which starts in 2013.
Breakthrough study identifies 'trauma switch'
Researchers from the University of Exeter Medical School have for the first time identified the mechanism that protects us from developing uncontrollable fear.
Firefighters to join the Exeter 10,000
Firefighters from Devon and Somerset Fire Service Red Watch have taken part in the Exeter 10,000 project, run by the National Institute for Health Research Exeter Clinical Research Facility (CRF), University of Exeter Medical School (formerly Peninsula College of Medicine and Dentistry).
New physio guidelines for the elderly at risk of falls
Taking a fall in older life can not only result in injury, but also a potentially debilitating loss of confidence.
Research identifies mechanism responsible for eye movement disorder
A research team from King’s College London and the University of Exeter Medical School has identified how a genetic mutation acts during the development of nerves responsible for controlling eye muscles, resulting in movement disorders such as Duane Syndrome, a form of squint.
Research links Bisphenol-A to narrowing of the arteries
A research team from the Peninsula College of Medicine and Dentistry (PCMD), University of Exeter, and University of Cambridge has for the first time established a link between high levels of urinary Bisphenol-A (BPA) and severe coronary artery stenosis (narrowing of the arteries).
Exeter professor's double accolade for nursing science
A University of Exeter professor has been elected President of the European Academy of Nursing Science.
UK study into whether physical activity aids depression finds no additional benefit
Current clinical guidance recommends physical activity to alleviate the symptoms of depression.
Stuart Carney appointed Vice-Dean (Education)
Dr Stuart Carney has been appointed Vice-Dean (Education) of the University of Exeter Medical School.
University of Exeter to join Russell Group
The University of Exeter is delighted to announce that it has accepted an invitation to join the Russell Group of leading research-led universities.
Local people share experiences of depression at University launch event
Local people will share their experiences of depression when the University of Exeter’s Mood Disorders Centre opens its doors to the public on Saturday 31 March.
Over £5.7m to support groundbreaking research in Devon
Over £5.7 million will be invested in NHS Clinical Research Facilities to understand disease process and assist development of new treatments to benefit patients in Devon.
Graduate donation boosts University of Exeter Medical School investment to £33 million
An Exeter graduate who went on to found the world’s largest provider of clinical trials has donated £1 million to help the University of Exeter Medical School attract the brightest and best clinicians to Devon and Cornwall.
