News archive

February 2010

Exeter geographer reveals peatland surface patterns

A team of UK scientists led by Dr Karen Anderson of the University of Exeter have developed a new technique for monitoring the condition of peatlands.

Languages skills needed to secure graduate jobs

As new research exposes a chronic shortage of teenagers leaving school with Modern Foreign Language skills, a conference highlighting the importance of language proficiency for graduate jobs was hosted by the University of Exeter.

Career driven students rewarded

Five ambitious students are each celebrating a £1,000 payout from the University of Exeter to further their careers. 

The Bible on TV

A new television series includes the research expertise of Dr Francesca Stavrakopoulou, a biblical scholar at the University of Exeter.

Exeter hosts senior government figures

The University played host to visits from five senior government figures on Friday 5 February.

Migrating insects fly in the fast lane

A new study sheds new light on the flight behaviours that enable insects to undertake long-distance migrations, and highlights the remarkable abilities of these insect migrants.

New partnership will promote healthcare innovation in the South West

Health innovation in the South West will become more effective, thanks to a new government-funded partnership comprising universities, NHS organisations and industry.

Lloyd’s CEO returns to Exeter

Dr Richard Ward, Chief Executive Officer of the world-leading specialist insurance market Lloyd’s, will be speaking at the University of Exeter on Monday 8 February 2010.

Are female MPs set up to fail?

New research from the University of Exeter suggests that female MPs are more likely to be vying for difficult seats.

All that glitters is not gold

One of the first examples of international currency is the silver Maria Theresa thaler or dollar, which was traded throughout Arabia and parts of Africa for more than 200 years.

Exeter scientist discovers how the butterflies got their spots

How two butterfly species have evolved exactly the same striking wing colour and pattern has intrigued biologists since Darwin’s day.

Exeter helps secure England victory

Victory in the European hockey competition has been secured by England’s Senior Men’s Indoor Hockey Squad which is managed by the University of Exeter’s Assistant Director of Sport responsible for Performance and Competition.

A Great West challenge for sedentary staff

Four members of staff from the University of Exeter are donning their running shoes for the first time, with a big challenge of competing a half marathon in May.

Exeter student uses artificial intelligence to understand bee behaviour

A University of Exeter PhD student has used artificial intelligence to shed new light on the behaviour of bumble bees.

Churchill’s Empire revealed in new biography

The first comprehensive account of Churchill’s lifelong involvement with Empire, from his childhood schooldays to his emergence as self-made imperial hero to his final premiership in the 1950s, has been written by a University of Exeter historian.

The First Sea Lord to visit University

Admiral Sir Mark Stanhope, First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval staff, is the Royal Navy’s professional head.

Cornwall research project inspires major new BBC series

A research project based at the University of Exeter's Cornwall Campus has inspired the BBC’s latest primetime wildlife documentary series.

Exeter astronomer wins international award for planet discovery

A discovery by a team including a scientist from the University of Exeter has won the 2009 Newcomb Cleveland Prize of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).

Royal seal of approval for history student

A prestigious competition which selects the best dissertations from history departments across the country placed an Exeter student as a runner up.

Cornwall scientists speed up marine renewable testing

A team from the University of Exeter’s Cornwall Campus has designed a unique facility that will help deliver reliability and risk control for wave energy device developers, investors and insurance companies.

Exeter scientist advances north on Arctic expedition

A scientist from the University of Exeter is one of three South West women taking a leading role in a major Arctic expedition this spring.

Does promiscuity prevent extinction?

Promiscuous females may be the key to a species’ survival, according to new research by the Universities of Exeter and Liverpool.

Game, set and match for Exeter coaching

An Exeter school boy recently competed in the British Winter Tennis Season, winning the coveted AEGON Winter Masters Trophy in the 12 and under category.