News archive

June 2011

Plath in Devon

Devon seen through words, writing and literature forms part of a project called WordQuest Devon involving the development of a series of free public lectures on literary themes.

Looking on the bright side

Farming has a viable future in the South West according to a recent survey of the farming community at the Devon County Show.

The tiny beautiful world of nanomaterials

The miraculous world of the nanomaterials which are revolutionising our lives will be the focus of a public lecture by one of the University of Exeter’s leading academics.

Shaping the future of global energy policy

A leading academic at the University of Exeter has played a central role in compiling a report which could be vital for global efforts to tackle climate change.

World Premiere made possible via unique partnership

In a time of financial austerity, leading to reduced investment in the Arts, the University of Exeter has taken an innovative approach to the challenge of getting experimental playwriting commissioned and performed on stage.

Is big better in farming?

Are small family farms essential to the character of Britain? This was one of the questions posed at a recent meeting of the Family Farmers Association (FFA), held at Westminster.

First class award in Green League for University

The University of Exeter has been given a first class award for environmental performance for the third year running in the People and Planet Green League. 

The future of manufacturing comes to Exeter

A £2.6 million facility at the University of Exeter is set to become a leading centre for a manufacturing technique which could revolutionise the way things are made.

Students put film museum on screen

A group of student filmmakers have made a 10-minute documentary about the work of the University of Exeter’s museum, The Bill Douglas Centre for the History of Cinema and Popular Culture.

Exeter Vice-Chancellor honoured with knighthood

The University of Exeter’s Vice-Chancellor and Chief Executive Professor Steve Smith has been knighted in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List for his services to higher education locally and nationally.

The novel in a time of climate change

The past five years have seen a significant increase in novels focusing on climate change. 

New research analyses role of border tax adjustments in climate change mitigation

A new study undertaken by researchers at the University of Exeter and the International Monetary Fund explores the interactions between climate change and international trade and, in particular, how they are best resolved.

Healthy planet, healthy people?

A major new research project will examine how policies designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions could impact human health, it has been announced today.

Weeding blitz

Several streets in Exeter's St James ward were given a green makeover on June 2nd with the first University of Exeter student Weeding Blitz.

Global companies pledge support for new University of Exeter One Planet MBA

A raft of major corporations have announced their support for the new One Planet MBA programme, exclusively offered at the University of Exeter Business School in collaboration with WWF.

New research discovers ‘unexpected’ innovation

New research by the University of Exeter Business School, funded by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) Knowledge Exchange Fellowship has uncovered some surprising new insights into innovation across the UK.

‘Lost’ bats found breeding on Scilly

A University of Exeter biologist has discovered a ‘lost’ species of bat breeding on the Isles of Scilly.

University hosts Devon Games to Inspire

On Saturday 18 June more than one thousand young people from across Devon will take part in the Devon Games to Inspire (DGTI).

Climate change disasters could be predicted

Climate change disasters, such as the melting of the Greenland ice sheet, dieback of the Amazon rainforest or collapse of the Atlantic overturning circulation, could be predicted according to University of Exeter research.

New book on leadership hailed as a ‘memorable rollercoaster ride’

The Centre for Leadership Studies based at the University of Exeter Business School is eagerly anticipating the publication of a new book, authored by four of its academics, entitled ‘Exploring Leadership – Individual, Organizational & Societal Perspectives’.

Exeter nominates student enterprise champion

SETsquared has announced the winners of its inaugural showcase of student entrepreneurship which recognise the most promising entrepreneurs of the future and the best student enterprise ideas.

Student wins national prize for sea turtle study

A Cornwall Campus-based University of Exeter student has won a national prize for his research.

Exeter study brings brain-like computing a step closer to reality

The development of ‘brain-like’ computers has taken a major step forward today with the publication of research led by the University of Exeter.

Exeter study reveals US turtles’ movements

A University of Exeter team has monitored the movements of an entire sub-population of marine turtles for the first time.

Business School starts up innovation club

A new forum for local businesses to exchange ideas and best practice has been created by the University of Exeter Business School.

Exeter ranked in top ten UK universities

The University of Exeter has been rated as one of the top ten UK universities in The Times Good University Guide, out today (23 June 2011).

South West shops support repair research

Shops from across the South West have helped a University of Exeter research team uncover the creativity and community spirit at the heart of the region’s small-scale repair industries.

University supports school science venture

The University of Exeter is supporting an innovative school science project, funded by the Royal Society, the UK’s national academy of science.

International prize brings future of artificial intelligence to Exeter

It is a proposition straight from the realms of sci-fi – can we create machines that imitate humans so well that we can no longer tell the difference?

Turf cutting celebrates new hub for Cornwall Campus

The University of Exeter and University College Falmouth welcomed local business leaders to the turf cutting ceremony for the latest investment project on the Cornwall Campus - The Exchange on Thursday 23 June 2011.

Report reveals value of nature to UK economy

The University of Exeter has contributed to research that reveals that nature is worth billions of pounds to the UK economy.

Past environments and the sustainable future in Cornwall

Recent concerns about floods, drought, energy efficiency and sustainable land use have brought communities together to devise strategies to cope with environmental change.

Devon children try their hand at London 2012 anti-doping science

More than 80 children from Devon tried their hand at the anti-doping science tests, which will be used during the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, at the latest event of the nationwide ‘Scientists in Sport’ education programme, held at the University of Exeter.