Exeter physicist wins prestigious award for experimental research
A University of Exeter lecturer has been honoured with a medal and prize for his outstanding contribution to experimental Physics.
Exeter expert delivers talk to UN on ocean plastic pollution
A marine pollution expert from the University of Exeter has given a high level presentation at the United Nations headquarters.
Battle of Somme filmmaker remembered in Cornwall exhibition
The cameraman who recorded now iconic footage of the Battle of Somme will be remembered at an exhibition in Cornwall organised by his great granddaughter.
Success of first Professional Service Leadership Team Conference
On 30 June, we ran our first internal Professional Service Leadership Team Conference at the St Luke’s Campus.
Be wary of knotweed advice on the web, researchers warn
Gardeners turning to the internet for advice about Japanese knotweed are likely to find a wide range of potentially misleading advice.
Exeter teams shortlisted for Nursing Times Awards
Two Exeter teams have been shortlisted for the prestigious Nursing Times Awards.
International award for excellence in health technology assessment research
Researchers at the Medical School have won a prestigious international award for outstanding research in health technology assessment.
Exeter researchers to hold free dementia information day
Scientists in Exeter are inviting the public to a free meeting on Wednesday 6 July to discuss current dementia research.
Further improvements to recruitment, retention and training of Army Reserve Forces needed
Improvements to the way that Army Reserve Forces are trained and supported are needed if recruitment targets are to be met.
Experts listen in on noisy Falmouth seas
A long-term plan for managing noise in shallow parts of the ocean such as Falmouth Bay is needed to protect the environment, scientists have said.
Drought stalls tree growth and shuts down Amazon carbon sink
A recent drought completely shut down the Amazon Basin’s carbon sink, a ground-breaking study has found.
Ancient Brazilians occupied the same homes for centuries
Ancient inhabitants of the southern Brazilian highlands were no strangers to the types of home improvements we enjoy today, academics from the University of Exeter have found.
New technique could revolutionise surgical treatment of epilepsy
Scientists at the University of Exeter have developed a pioneering new technique that could revolutionise the surgical treatment of epilepsy.
Study recruits volunteers to trial ketamine as new treatment for alcoholism
A study aiming to evaluate the use of the drug ketamine as a treatment for severe alcohol disorder is currently recruiting volunteers.
From rehearsal to the stage, Cornwall medics perform at Glastonbury festival
A group of Exeter Medical Students delivered top medical care at Glastonbury Festival.
Graduation welcomes new Chancellor and honours Jeremy Paxman
Newsnight legend Jeremy Paxman is among a number of venerable figures to receive honorary awards at the Exeter’s graduation ceremony.
Major study reveals steep decline in number of small family farms
A major new independent study commissioned by The Prince’s Countryside Fund into the future of small family farms across the UK, has revealed a steep decline in numbers since the beginning of the century.
Acting together can reduce the risks climate change poses to the UK
The independent Committee on Climate Change today concludes that the impacts of climate change are already being felt in the UK, and urgent action is required to address climate-related risks.
Scavenger crows provide public service, research shows
Crows are performing a useful function and keeping our environment free from rotting carcasses, research carried out at the University of Exeter in Cornwall has discovered.
Subtropical Cornwall climate could mean exotic new crops
The subtropical weather in Cornwall means new exotic crops such as quinoa and Japanese persimmon are now more likely to succeed, according to a new technique.
Traumatic brain injury costs £15 billion a year in the UK, says new research
Traumatic brain injury costs a total of £15 billion nationally every year and puts young people at higher risk of poor mental health and offending.
University of Exeter agricultural economist awarded honorary doctorate
A University of Exeter expert has been awarded an honorary doctorate by the Royal Veterinary College for his outstanding contribution to promoting animal health and welfare.
University of Exeter unveils plans for new on-campus accommodation
The University will shortly submit an outline planning application to Exeter City Council for new student residences at East Park, on its Streatham Campus.
Cornishman to preside over first University of Exeter Graduation ceremonies in Truro
The University of Exeter’s new Chancellor, Lord Myners of Truro, will come home to Cornwall to preside over graduation ceremonies in the county for the first time today.
Two Exeter campuses named as some of the best in the country
The Green Flag will fly over the Exeter campuses for the 6th year in a row as they are named amongst the best parks and green spaces.
Climate experts help communities cope with impact of the Indian Monsoon
Work by University of Exeter experts to predict the weather in India could help millions of people prepare for the devastating effects of the country’s summer monsoons.
Advice for those affected by the situation in Turkey
In light of developments in Turkey, the University is advising all staff, students and partners to follow Government advice.
Tiny microbe turns tropical butterfly into male killer, scientists discover
A scientist from the University of Exeter has helped to identify a male-killing microbe in a tropical butterfly called the African Queen.
Solar energy professor wins top Indian community accolade
A University of Exeter professor and solar energy expert has been honoured for his services to education.
Exercise can change brain structure and reduce dementia risk
Getting regular exercise can lower the risk of cognitive decline and can even change our brain structure.
Behavioural Activation as effective as CBT for depression, at lower cost
A simple and inexpensive therapy is equally as effective at treating depression as the “gold standard” of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
University of Exeter ranks fifth in UK sporting league
The University of Exeter has come fifth in the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) rankings for the 2015 / 2016 season.
Words of soldiers set to music to mark First World War Centenary
A new work which sets the words of World War I soldiers to music to commemorate the centenary of the conflict is to receive its world première at a prestigious music festival.
Fiction writer lives among Eden Project Biomes
A University of Exeter novelist and short story writer recently spent time at the Eden Project as the attraction’s Eden-Exeter Writing Fellowship.
World experts converge in Exeter to tackle structural vibration as ‘global challenge’
Experts in vibration serviceability of civil engineering structures from across the globe met at the University of Exeter.
Theresa May’s support highest among 'Bregretful' Conservatives
New Prime Minister Theresa May has expressed her commitment to Brexit, but she is liked most by Conservative voters who regret voting to leave, a new survey suggests.
Senior Chinese academics visit University of Exeter Business School
Senior academics from across China visited the University of Exeter Business School to discuss the skills needed by graduates returning to Asia after studying abroad.
High chance that current atmospheric greenhouse concentrations commit to warmings greater than 1.5 °C
Current levels of atmospheric greenhouse gas concentrations warm air temperatures overland by over 1.5°C.
Did you experience drought of ‘76?
Researchers are urging people who experienced the 1976 drought to share their stories of how they coped during the most severe water shortage in living memory.
World’s largest behavioural ecology conference comes to Exeter
The University of Exeter will host global research leaders in the field of behavioural ecology on July 28 to August 3.
Expert on political crisis wins top psychology award
An expert on the psychology of political crisis is to receive this year’s Presidents’ Award for Distinguished Contributions to Psychological Knowledge from the British Psychological Society.
