University of Exeter expert helps bring online courts one step nearer to reality
New online courts for civil cases designed to help make the justice system more user-friendly could be introduced, thanks in part to the work of a University of Exeter academic.
New Zealand Physics President returns to his Exeter roots
The President of the New Zealand Institute of Physics returned to his academic roots in Exeter to forge a new collaboration with his UK counterpart - a University of Exeter physics professor.
Ambulance call-out research leads to positive changes for ambulance service trust
Research investigating the reasons behind a rise in ambulance call-outs in the South West is already being used by a local ambulance service trust.
Retired holidaymakers asked to share their tourism stories
Retired holidaymakers are needed to take part in new research which aims to discover how giving up work has affected their tourism choices.
Help test new online depression therapy
People feeling low or depressed are being offered the opportunity to take part in a study exploring the effectiveness of a simple new therapy online.
Cornish children get hands-on with academia at Science in the Square
Children will ponder global scientific questions alongside some of the best researchers in the country at a free, interactive event in Cornwall.
Dance performance depicts link between rocks and the body
A special performance by a dancer at the University of Exeter’s picturesque campus is one of the events on offer as part of a project examining the links between the human body and the geological world.
Nature, not nurture, defines cricket social networks
The social lives of crickets are similar generation to generation, even though the insects can’t learn directly from their mum and dad.
Experts to use drones to discover more about killer whales
Drones will be used to discover more about the social lives of killer whales and help conserve these amazing mammals, which are at risk of extinction.
Exeter professor honoured for world-class fish research
A University of Exeter marine biologist has won a prestigious award for his world-class work in the field of fish ecology.
University leads the Russell Group in student satisfaction rankings
The University of Exeter is highest ranked amongst the 24 members of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive institutions in the National Student Survey based on Overall Satisfaction.
Long-lived parents could mean a healthier heart into your seventies
The longer our parents lived, the longer we are likely to live ourselves, and the more likely we are to stay healthy in our sixties and seventies.
Humble moss helped create our oxygen-rich atmosphere
The evolution of the first land plants including mosses may explain a long-standing mystery of how Earth’s atmosphere became enriched with oxygen.
University of Exeter reinforces position in influential world ranking
The University of Exeter has reinforced its position as one of the best universities in the world, according to the latest influential rankings.
Exeter students get taste of Indian university life
Six University of Exeter students have spent two weeks studying on an Indian University campus as part of a British Council scheme to foster collaboration.
Sea habits of migratory birds highlight conservation need in the Canary Current
Scientists have tracked the behaviour of seabirds migrating across the Atlantic to better understand how these animals use the marine environment.
Climate change alters the rules of sperm competition in the sea
The impact of climate change on global seawater conditions could change the rules of sperm competition for many important marine species.
Students from first mathematics “free” school celebrate exam success
One of England’s first mathematics free schools is sending record rates of students to the world’s best universities, just two years after opening.
Scientists develop interactive game demonstrating impact of climate change on the Antarctic Ice Sheet
Scientists and games developers have joined forces to help communicate the impact of climate change on the Antarctic Ice Sheet.
Biological invasions threaten biodiversity, economy and human livelihood in developing countries
Invasions from alien species threaten the economies and livelihoods of residents of some of the world’s poorest nations.
World-leading international law expert takes up post at Exeter Law School
Exeter Law School is delighted to announce that Professor Michael N. Schmitt has joined the School on a full-time basis.
University of Exeter welcomes call for ban on microbeads in cosmetics
A University of Exeter academic has welcomed calls from MPs for a ban on the use of microbeads in cosmetics because of the marine pollution they are causing.
New laser to help Exeter scientists study brain changes in dementia
Dementia researchers have been awarded £91,500 to purchase a new laser to create a state-of-the-art microscope, transforming their ability to image the brain.
Rural policy expert appointed as Government advisor
University of Exeter rural policy expert Professor Michael Winter OBE has been appointed as a Government advisor to help protect England’s natural environment.
Students from Exeter Mathematics School celebrate completion of unique course
The University of Exeter hosted a special event to celebrate the outstanding academic achievements of students from the Exeter Mathematics School.
Exeter student tackles plight of child brides in Bangladesh
A student with close ties to Bangladesh has just returned from a research mission to raise awareness of the damaging culture of child marriage.
Charity donates £10,000 to support Exeter medical students’ training
A charity has made a generous donation of £10,000 to support Medicine students at the University of Exeter Medical School in essential specialised training.
Progress in refining the genetic causes of schizophrenia
An international study has made advances in understanding the ways in which genetic risk factors alter gene function in schizophrenia.
University of Exeter part of Penryn Town Fair celebrations
Academics and other University of Exeter staff helped to celebrate the Penryn 800 Town Fair at the August bank holiday weekend
Exeter geographers use games to show festival goers the importance of water management
Revellers at Green Man Festival explored the importance of water and land use management by using a range of games and information boards.
