News archive

July 2008

Study shows rise in dolphin, whale, and porpoise deaths

A study by the University of Exeter and Cornwall Wildlife Trust, published in the journal Biodiversity and Conservation, has revealed a disturbing rise in the number of whales, dolphins and porpoises found dead on Cornish beaches.

30th Anniversary of Gulf Studies

The spirit of new possibilities in the Gulf region forms part of a keynote speech by Professor Tim Niblock at a conference marking the 30th anniversary of the Gulf Studies programme at the Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies, University of Exeter.

Exeter scientist in major European marine renewable energy project

As Europe’s largest ocean energy research programme launches, one of its participants speaks of the huge potential for the South West to become a leader in marine renewable energy.

Record number of summer student placements in local businesses arranged by University of Exeter

A record 53 students from around the country will be working for local businesses in Devon, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset as part of this year’s Shell Step programme.