The Budleigh Salterton school girl who became a screen goddess
Public talk at Exeter’s Northcott Theatre will tell the tragic story of beautiful Devon film star.
Tributes paid to former University of Exeter Vice-Chancellor Sir Geoffrey Holland
Tributes have been paid to the former University of Exeter Vice-Chancellor Sir Geoffrey Holland, who has died aged 78.
Mongoose pups conceal identity to survive
Young mongooses may conceal their identity – even from their own parents – to survive.
Environment and Sustainability Institute appoints new Director
Professor Juliet Osborne has been appointed as the new Director of the University of Exeter’s flagship Environment and Sustainability Institute (ESI).
Students award for Medical Sciences research community
The Medical School’s Medical Sciences programme has been voted Subject with the ‘Best Research Community’ at the University of Exeter Students Guild Teaching Awards.
UEFA should better support football clubs playing in the Europa League, research shows
UEFA should review the money it gives football clubs who participate in the Europa League because of the financial and logistical difficulties caused by playing in the competition, an expert has said.
‘Good vibrations’ no longer needed for speakers as new research encourages graphene to talk
A pioneering new technique that encourages the wonder material graphene to “talk” could revolutionise the global audio and telecommunications industries.
Volunteers needed to help save ‘less popular’ species
Which species would you save from extinction: Elephants or newts? Toads or tigers?
Cross-Pacific rowers visit Exeter
Four women who rowed 8,000 miles, from San Francisco in the United States to Cairns, Australia, will share their remarkable story at a film screening at the University of Exeter on Wednesday 17 May.
Teaching excellence recognised in latest awards
Top academics at the University of Exeter have been recognised by students for their teaching excellence, at an annual awards ceremony.
Insecticide-resistant flies ‘rubbish’ at courting females
Insecticide resistance sounds like a superpower for the average male fruit fly – but there’s a catch.
Exeter Geography department gets gender equality award
The University of Exeter’s Geography department has earned an Athena SWAN silver award for gender equality.
Global warming kills gut bacteria in lizards
Climate change could threaten reptiles by reducing the number of bacteria living in their guts, new research suggests.
‘BEEHAVE’ project up for award
A project which helps protect bees has been nominated for an innovation award.
Low levels of ‘memory protein’ linked to cognitive decline in Alzheimer’s Disease
Research has discovered that low levels of the protein NPTX2 in the brains of people with Alzheimer’s may change the pattern of neural activity in ways that lead to learning and memory loss.
Medicine students create inspiring book on Exeter cancer stories
Two Medicine students at the University of Exeter Medical School are behind an upcoming book that aims to empower people with cancer by sharing their inspirational stories.
No evidence that enrichment activities encourage pupils to study STEM A-levels, research finds
There is no evidence to suggest enrichment activities run to interest pupils in science, technology, engineering and maths results in significantly higher numbers of teenagers studying these subjects at A-level.
Academic Promotions May 2017
Congratulations to our academic colleagues who have recently achieved promotion.
Brexit negotiations crucial for future UK energy supplies and nuclear safeguards
Energy policy offers the UK and EU an important opportunity to develop new models of partnership and common ground imperative to the UK’s future, according to a new Chatham House paper.
Pint of Science Exeter to take local science breakthroughs to city pubs
Experts from the University of Exeter and the Met Office will bring their research out of the laboratory and into city watering holes, as the world's largest festival of public science talks arrives in Exeter.
Support for teachers will boost access to top universities
Boosting support for teachers could significantly increase the chance of pupils attending a top university, new analysis suggests.
Rainbow flags flying with Pride at the University of Exeter
Rainbow flags are flying at the University of Exeter’s campuses this week as staff and students mark Exeter Pride.
Primitive atmosphere discovered around ‘Warm Neptune’
A pioneering new study uncovering the ‘primitive atmosphere’ surrounding a distant world could provide a pivotal breakthrough in the search to how planets form and develop in far-flung galaxies.
Jurassic drop in ocean oxygen lasted a million years
Dramatic drops in oceanic oxygen, which cause mass extinctions of sea life, come to a natural end – but it takes about a million years.
Vice-President of Royal Society visits University of Exeter
One of the UK’s leading scientists has praised the “energy, commitment and enthusiasm” of researchers at the University of Exeter, during a special visit.
Five ways people can act on dementia
Five ways people can act on dementia, backed by research
Ethical business practice can flourish in nations with serious corruption problems, research shows
Ethical business practice can flourish even in countries with widespread corporate corruption problems, research shows.
Forget sharp suits and shoulder pads – good leaders should only look like their staff
Forget sharp suits and shoulder pads – for most employees the ideal leader actually looks exactly like them, not the designer-clad employer often portrayed in TV or films, according to a new study.
Exeter researchers help protect Peru’s river dolphins
Peru's river dolphins will get new protection thanks to a plan developed with help from the University of Exeter.
Scientists take first tentative steps to explore potential climate of Proxima B
The quest to discover whether a planet orbiting our closest neighbouring star, Proxima Centauri, has the potential to support life has taken a new, exhilarating twist.
University to host open mental health event
Helping people recover from extreme stress or psychological trauma will be the focus of a public event at the University of Exeter on Saturday (20 May).
Top 10 status for Exeter subjects in latest Guardian league table
The University of Exeter’s teaching excellence across a wide range of subjects has been acclaimed in the latest national league table rankings.
Social ties help animals live longer
Large families and strong social ties help animals live longer, new research suggests.
Professor Kei Miller nominated for prestigious literary prizes around the world
A novel by University of Exeter Professor in Creative Writing, Kei Miller, has been nominated for prestigious literary prizes around the world.
University retains global position in influential rankings
The University of Exeter has reinforced its position amongst the leading universities both nationally and internationally, according to the latest influential global rankings.
Computer game could help children choose healthy food
A simple brain-training game could help children choose healthy snacks instead of chocolate and sweets, according to a new study.
Top psychologist wins award
A psychologist who specialises in topics including leadership and motivation has won an award from the British Psychological Society.
‘Awful’ runners take on 120-mile challenge
Two “awful” runners are taking on a 120-mile run to raise money for charity.
Antarctica ‘greening’ due to climate change
Plant life on Antarctica is growing rapidly due to climate change, scientists have found.
Exeter secures respected university HR award
The University of Exeter has received a prestigious award in recognition of one of its most innovative and forward-thinking HR initiatives.
Hay fever map of Britain published to help sufferers avoid hotspots
Admissions to hospital for asthma spike days after high pollen counts.
Rules for space warfare to be drawn up
An international coalition of lawyers is to draft the first ever legal manual of space warfare.
Professor William Harvey awarded Urwick Prize 2017
The Urwick Prize for 2017 was awarded by the Worshipful Company of Management Consultants at their Education Supper held at Armourers Hall on 6 June.
Raised blood platelet levels ‘strong predictor’ of cancer
Having a high blood platelet count is a strong predictor of cancer and should be urgently investigated to save lives, according to a large-scale study.
Global climate change story map wins award
A web app created to share the stories from an online climate change course which attracted people from more than 160 countries has won an award.
Teachers who write themselves can boost children’s confidence in creative writing
Giving teachers time and support to become creative writers has helped them motivate their students, according to the findings of a two-year research project.
Planting trees ‘not viable alternative’ to cutting emissions
Growing plants to capture CO2 is not a viable way to curb climate change, a new study shows.
Summer rainfall in vulnerable African region can be predicted
Summer rainfall in one of the world’s most drought-prone regions can now be predicted months or years in advance, climate scientists at the Met Office and the University of Exeter say.
Global schools programme provides ‘inoculation against extremist violence’, academics find
The Tony Blair Institute’s global dialogue programme makes teenagers more resilient to recruitment by extremists.
Newly discovered notes show Venetian physician had a key role in shaping early modern chemistry
Newly discovered notes show the Venetian doctor who invented the thermometer and helped lay the foundations for modern medical treatment also played a key role in shaping our understanding of chemistry.
Technician Commitment launched
The University of Exeter has joined more than 35 research institutions from across the UK to back a pledge to support their technicians.
Women ‘damned either way’ on maternity leave
Women are judged negatively if they choose to take maternity leave – and if they don’t – new research suggests.
Student societies win national awards
Two FXU societies have scooped awards at this year’s National Societies Awards ceremony.
