Engineering expert elected chair of Exeter RIBA branch
An engineering expert from the University of Exeter has spoken of her delight after been elected as Chair of the Exeter branch of the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA).
Climate change scientists should think more about sex
Urgent need to check how males and females respond differently to ocean acidification.
‘Mirror game’ test could secure early detection of schizophrenia, study shows
Virtual reality could hold the key to unlocking an affordable, reliable and effective device to provide early diagnosis and management of schizophrenia.
New genes for height revealed in global study of 700,000 people
83 new genetic variants that strongly influence human height have been discovered in a study.
University backs the Exeter Cycling Charter
The University of Exeter is encouraging more students and staff to cycle to campus by signing a citywide charter aiming to tackle inactive lifestyles, congestion and pollution.
Legal training for aid workers to help protect migrant children from exploitation
Aid workers in refugee camps and shelters in Greece are receiving legal training to help keep migrant children safe thanks to an expert from the University of Exeter.
Low level of oxygen in Earth’s middle ages delayed evolution for two billion years
A low level of atmospheric oxygen in Earth’s middle ages held back evolution for two billion years, raising fresh questions about the origins of life on this planet.
Predator threat boosts friendships among guppies
Danger from predators causes animals to form stronger friendships, according to new research.
Emoticons help gauge school happiness level in young children
A new questionnaire based on emoticon-style facial expressions could help teachers and others who work with children as young as four to engage them on their happiness levels in the classroom.
Nobel Laureates to deliver keynote speeches at Living Systems Institute Opening International Symposium
Two Nobel Laureates will deliver keynote speeches at a prestigious international scientific symposium celebrating the opening of the University of Exeter’s Living Systems Institute (LSI).
University backs the Exeter Cycling Charter
The University of Exeter is encouraging more students and staff to cycle to campus by signing a citywide charter aiming to tackle inactive lifestyles, congestion and pollution.
LED lighting could have major impact on wildlife
LED street lighting can be tailored to reduce its impacts on the environment, according to new research by the University of Exeter.
New drive to tackle deadly global disease
The University of Exeter is part of a pan-European partnership worth almost 30 million Euros to improve the prevention and management of Diabetic Kidney Disease.
Increasing water table in agricultural peatland could cut UK greenhouse gas emissions
Increasing the water table could help to slow down global warming, boost crop yields and preserve peat soils, according to a new study.
Real Game of Thrones brought anarchy to the UK, experts find
England’s first civil war, a real Game of Thrones power struggle between two cousins, brought anarchy to the UK in the twelfth century AD.
Hundreds of ancient earthworks built in the Amazon
The Amazonian rainforest was transformed over two thousand years ago by people who built hundreds of large, mysterious earthworks.
Top of the league sports personalities to give students tips for success
The man in charge of the record-breaking British Paralympics team is one of a host of sports experts set to offer top tips to Exeter students.
Penryn research excellence illustrated by competition success
Penryn PhD students are celebrating after sweeping the board at a high-profile research competition.
Celebrity divorce lawyer backs research to help strengthen couple relationships
Prominent divorce lawyer Baroness Shackleton is funding new University of Exeter research which could help uncover the secret of finding life-long love.
University of Exeter expert urges Government to implement new laws to protect the environment
Progress on the Government’s long term plan for the environment is too slow and politicians should act more quickly to safeguard our natural resources, a University of Exeter expert has said.
University of Exeter launches its largest ever fundraising Campaign
The University of Exeter has launched its most ambitious philanthropic Campaign to date to reinforce its position as one of the leading research institutions worldwide.
Climate change and fishing create ‘trap’ for penguins
Endangered penguins are foraging for food in the wrong places due to fishing and climate change, research led by the University of Exeter and the University of Cape Town has revealed.
Exeter Primary School Children take on Plato and Aristotle
Great philosophical questions such as ‘What is art?’ and ‘Should you always tell the truth?’, are being debated by Exeter primary school children, with the help of University of Exeter philosophers.
Bronze sculpture celebrates Baroness Benjamin’s tenure as Exeter Chancellor
The University of Exeter has commemorated Baroness Floella Benjamin’s successful tenure as Chancellor with a stunning bronze sculpture.
University of Exeter Law School expert honoured by the Estonian Government
A University of Exeter expert has been honoured by the Estonian Government for his pioneering work in international law.
Holocaust survivor shares horror of Nazi atrocities with children and students
A Holocaust survivor who witnessed the horrors of Nazi persecution of Jewish families shared his experience with Devon pupils and students as part of a memorial event at the University of Exeter.
Tough early life makes wild animals live longer
Growing up in tough conditions can make wild animals live longer, new research suggests.
Listening to music can improve unconscious attitudes towards other cultures
Listening to five minutes of West African or Indian pop music can give the listener more positive attitudes towards those cultures, research from the Universities of Oxford and Exeter has found.
First comprehensive legal guide for cyber behaviour published by University of Exeter expert
The first comprehensive guide covering the legal rules of behaviour in cyberspace, which will be used by governments around the world, has been published by a University of Exeter academic.
Basking sharks seek out winter sun
The winter habits of Britain’s basking sharks have been revealed for the first time.
Gene editing could help tackle cancer and inherited diseases
Gene editing techniques developed in the last five years could help in the battle against cancer and inherited diseases.
Pioneering Spanish women remembered through new plaques in Madrid
Pioneering women in pre-civil war Spain are being remembered for the first time through new public memorials in Madrid thanks to a University of Exeter academic.
App combines latest research to help users curb food cravings
Experts are seeking volunteers to test a research-based app that aims to help users curb cravings for unhealthy foods and lose weight.
Warming ponds could accelerate climate change
Rising temperatures could accelerate climate change by reducing the amount of carbon dioxide stored in ponds and increasing the methane they release, new research shows.
Exeter doctor wins prestigious diabetes research award
A University of Exeter researcher has just been awarded nearly £800,000 to find out why Type 1 diabetes develops in babies.
Impacts of mass coral die-off on Indian Ocean reefs revealed
Warming seawaters threaten the stability of tropical coral reefs, with potentially devastating implications for many reef species and the human communities that reefs support.
People with cystic fibrosis ‘should get exercise plans’
People with cystic fibrosis could benefit from being prescribed personalised exercise plans by healthcare professionals, according to experts at the University of Exeter.
Hidden relationship between Spain’s finest women writers uncovered by Exeter expert
The hidden close relationship between two of Spain’s finest women writers has been brought to life through letters uncovered by a University of Exeter expert.
Exeter hosts key Learning Analytics Network forum
The University of Exeter hosted a high-level forum to examine how ‘big data’ can utilised to enhance the student learning experience.
Exeter helps protect Myanmar marine life
A new plan to protect Myanmar’s diverse marine life has been announced.
From monkeys to exotic birds, students showcase stunning variety of wildlife at Wild Film Festival in Falmouth
Budding wildlife film-makers, presenters and photographers will display their work at a national festival, organised by students at the University of Exeter.
Watching birds near your home is good for your mental health
People living in neighbourhoods with more birds, shrubs and trees are less likely to suffer from depression, anxiety and stress, according to research.
MEP meets University of Exeter European staff and students to celebrate their contribution to economy and society
Clare Moody MEP, Professor Sir Steve Smith, and University Exeter staff and students have celebrated the contribution EU nationals make to the economy and society of Exeter and the South West.
Planned protection area would help basking sharks
A proposed Marine Protected Area (MPA) off Scotland’s west coast would help basking sharks, researchers say.
Exeter Professor appointed to key role at South Devon UTC
Professor Butler, an expert in Water Engineering and Director of the internationally-leading Centre for Water Systems at the University of Exeter, is the new Chair of the Governing Body and Board of Directors at the college.
Former United States Poet Laureate to return to Cornish roots on visit to Falmouth
The 19th Poet Laureate of the United States will return to her Cornish roots as she visits the Duchy to perform and discuss her work.
Banded mongooses go to war over sex and territory
Gang warfare is not unique to humans – banded mongooses do it too.
‘Tanglebots’ to encourage teamwork in young people with autism
Robots made from recycled toys will be used to boost communication and teamwork among young people with autism and their families.
Declining Arctic sea ice does influence European weather – but is not a cause of colder winters
The dramatic loss of Arctic sea ice through climate change is unlikely to lead to more severe winter weather across Northern Europe, new research has shown.
