Unpublished WW1 novel shares secrets of the past with a new generation
A heroic World War One soldier’s previously unknown semi-autobiographical novel has come to light following the completion of a project to archive and make public the manuscripts, poems and correspondence of Frederick William Harvey.
Best of WW1 poetry in a single book
The First World War produced an extraordinary flowering of poetic talent. Its poets mark the conflict in ways that are both intensely personal and as enduring as any monument.
Exeter academic guides BBC2's new living history series Tudor Monastery Farm
Following the long-running success of BBC Two’s living history series, Victorian, Edwardian and Wartime Farm, a new series will be exploring life at the end of the Middle Ages in Tudor Monastery Farm.
Stress makes snails forgetful
Snail study reveals that stress is bad for memory.
WW2 soldier-poet's letters revealed after decades hidden in bureau
A cache of 150 letters from World War II soldier-poet John Jarmain has been discovered decades later by his daughter, Janet, who had been unaware of any surviving correspondence between her mother and father.
90th anniversary celebrations for Law School
8 November 2013
In celebration of 90 years of first class legal education at the University of Exeter, a series of activities showcasing the breadth of research, education and student engagement activities in the Law School will take place on Friday 8 November.
Vice-Chancellor recognised amongst Exeter's Power 50
On Thursday 7 November Exeter’s first Power 50 list was revealed.
Cause of genetic disorder found in “dark matter” of DNA
For the first time, scientists have used new technology which analyses the whole genome to find the cause of a genetic disease in what was previously referred to as “junk DNA”.
New research finds high tungsten levels double stroke risk
High levels of tungsten in the body could double the risk of suffering a stroke, a new study published in the open access journal PLOS ONE has found.
Secretary of State for Education awards prizes for Exeter Mathematics School competition
The winners of a region-wide mathematics competition, run by Exeter Mathematics School, were awarded their prizes by the Secretary of State for Education.
Exeter researchers investigate effects of exercise on children born with heart disease
The University of Exeter’s Children’s Health and Exercise Research Centre today announced its involvement in a three-year project to investigate the effects of exercise on children with congenital heart disease.
Incredible ‘gannet cam’ captures birds’ eye view
Scientists from the University of Exeter and the RSPB have captured incredible footage of what it’s like to fly with the UK’s largest seabird.
British Asian culture festival flies over to India and Bangkok
A festival of British Asian culture is being taken to New Delhi and Bangkok, to celebrate the contribution and innovation of South Asians to the culture and life of Britain since the 1950’s.
Amazon rainforest more able to withstand drought than previously thought
New research suggests that the Amazon rainforest may be more able to cope with dry conditions than previously predicted.
Global Entrepreneurship Week
Global Entrepreneurship Week runs from 18-22 November 2013, and is part of a worldwide campaign to raise awareness and encourage entrepreneurship.
Exeter’s Centre for Water Systems showcases expertise at industry event
The University of Exeter’s Centre for Water Systems will hold an Industry Awareness Day on Wednesday 27 November 2013.
Playing with future of British armed forces
Social scientists are to examine whether action figure dolls help form children’s opinions on war and have a role to play in shaping the future of our armed forces.
South West research alliance awarded NERC funding
The GW4+ alliance, a consortium of excellence in innovative research training led by the University of Bristol, has been awarded funding by the Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) for doctoral training.
Global carbon emissions set to reach record 36 billion tonnes in 2013
Global emissions of carbon dioxide from burning fossil fuels are set to rise again in 2013, reaching a record high of 36 billion tonnes.
PhD archaeologist wins Young Researcher UK Award
The University of Exeter is celebrating a double win at a major awards ceremony; PhD archaeologist Jennifer Watling won the Scopus Young Researcher UK Award 2013 in the category of Arts & Humanities and the University was honoured for its commitment to fostering excellence in young researchers.
Fresh veg from school allotment to soup kitchen
Southbrook School pupils are growing seasonal vegetables in their allotment and making soup for the homeless of Exeter.
Postgraduate Study Fair on Wednesday 27 November
Find out about postgraduate study at our Study Fair on Wednesday 27 November.
South West by South East - Exeter strengthens links with China
Vice-Chancellor Sir Steve Smith led a delegation from the University of Exeter to China last week to consolidate the University’s links with three of the leading universities in China.
Funding boost to train tomorrow’s engineers and scientists
Funding boost to train tomorrow’s engineers and scientists
New book celebrates everyday repairs in the South West
A project led by two cultural geographers based at the University of Exeter’s Penryn Campus, and inspired by the practices of repair and renewal in the South West, is documented in a new book.
Can ancient philosophy of Stoicism help us to lead better and happier lives?
Philosophers from the University of Exeter and Birkbeck, University of London, and psychotherapists are calling on people to live like a Stoic for a week, from 25 November – 1 December 2013.
Exeter student one of Time magazine’s most influential teens
Beth Reeks, a first year Physics student, has been named as one of Time magazine’s Most Influential Teens of 2013.
ADHD linked to social and economic disadvantage
Scientists have found evidence of a link between social and economic status and childhood attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) in the UK.
New GW4 studentships boost postgraduate training
Alliance pledges a further ten annual multidisciplinary studentships.
Thanksgiving celebrations on campus
Thanksgiving is an official American holiday historically celebrated around the harvest time in gratitude for successful crops.
Europe's leading university business incubator group celebrates ten year anniversary
Ten years of support for start-up businesses is being celebrated as part of the SETsquared Accelerating Growth Showcase, which will exhibit successful SETsquared alumni and feature a pitching session from exciting new start-ups to potential investors.
University celebrates funding 'clean sweep'
It was announced last week by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) that the University had been successful in securing two new Doctoral Training Partnerships (DTPs) in water engineering and meta-materials.
Lakes discovered beneath Greenland ice sheet
The subglacial lakes are the first to be identified in Greenland.
More Mo's, More Money
Upper lips have been looking decidedly hirsute around the University of Exeter, as students and staff came together to raise funds for charity and promote men's health.
International recognition for Cornish research
An expert in Cornish Studies has been awarded the highest mark of recognition available in Australia for their research.
Exeter researchers recognised as rising stars of research by Leverhulme Awards
Two young scholars at the University of Exeter have been recognised by the award of the highly prestigious Philip Leverhulme Prizes.
