Unpackage me: Exeter researchers go plastic-free for a month
Researchers from the University of Exeter will attempt to live a life free from plastic during October and are calling for others to follow suit.
Study shows sharks have personalities
Some sharks are ‘gregarious’ and have strong social connections, whilst others are more solitary and prefer to remain inconspicuous.
University of Exeter’s commitment to gender equality in the sciences confirmed
The University of Exeter’s commitment to gender equality in science disciplines has been recognised through a prestigious national award scheme.
Stroke survivors needed for rehabilitation exercise research - recruitment now complete
Around 150,000 people a year in the UK suffer a stroke, and exercise is recognised as a beneficial and effective part of their rehabilitation programme.
Major funding announced for bioscience students
The South West Doctoral Training Partnership (SWDTP) is to receive substantial new funding from the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) for the training and development of bioscience PhD students.
Eden and University of Exeter sign up to a growing relationship
Two of the UK’s leading education centres, the University of Exeter and the Eden Project, have celebrated their strengthening links with a formal signing ceremony.
Research paves way for new generation of fungicides
Research by the University of Exeter has provided novel insight into the mechanism by which pathogenic fungi avoid the immune responses of the plants they attack.
Air pollution increases river-flows
A study published in Nature Geoscience shows that air pollution has had a significant impact on the amount of water flowing through many rivers in the northern hemisphere.
Coastal living boosts physical activity - but only in the West
People who live close to the coast are more likely to meet physical activity guidelines than inland dwellers, finds a new study released today.
Unique photographic exhibition showcases human face of climate change
A striking new exhibition, now open in the Forum, presents 12 of the Exeter based (either at the University or Met Office) IPCC authors through a series of striking large-scale black and white portraits.
Virtual worlds to be used to trial potential new water systems
Virtual worlds similar to those experienced by game-players of the global phenomena Minecraft and SimCity could be used to help test potential new water infrastructure development in the UK.
Minister for Universities, Science and Cities visits University of Exeter
Greg Clark MP, the Minister for Universities, Science and Cities met with key researchers and business representatives during a fact-finding visit to the University of Exeter.
Older women more likely to have multiple health conditions
Call for urgent prioritisation of multimorbidity research to guide policy.
Rural traditions book shortlisted for folk award
An acclaimed book about English rural traditions has been shortlisted for a national folklore award.
Exeter celebrates life and works of world's first computer programmer
The University of Exeter will celebrate the life and work of the woman credited as being the world’s first computer programmer, during a special commemorative event.
Genetic testing seeks co-ordinated approach in re-contacting patients
A new study will be examining the implications of when and how NHS healthcare professionals re-contact patients with new genetic information that may impact their health or that of their family.
Caribbean coral reef inhabitants critical in determining future of reefs
New research led by the University of Exeter has found that species that live in and erode coral reefs will play a major role in determining the future of reefs.
Researchers solve riddle of the rock pools - Study shows rock gobies use rapid colour change camouflage to hide from predators
Study shows rock gobies use rapid colour change camouflage to hide from predators.
Bulgarian elections given a platform in Exeter thanks to student involvement
A University of Exeter student enabled citizens and students from Bulgaria living in the South West to vote in the recent Bulgarian General Elections by creating a voting station in Exeter.
Military historian shortlisted twice for major international awards
One of the world’s largest history prizes, has shortlisted ‘The Bombing War: Europe 1939-1945’ by University of Exeter historian, Professor Richard Overy.
St Luke’s Campus celebrates 160 years of teacher training
The University of Exeter’s St Luke’s Campus is celebrating its 160th anniversary this year.
Diwali celebrations to light up the sky
Diwali or Deepavali is the most important festival of the year for Hindus, which is also known at the Festival of Light and is being celebrated at the University of Exeter’s Streatham Campus on Sunday 26 October.
Citizens’ take-over of Cornwall Council
On Saturday 1 November, a unique opportunity for Cornish people to take direct action by saying what the priorities for Cornwall should be is being made possible at County Hall, Truro.
Health checks over the net could signal fewer visits to the doctor
Health experts are to investigate whether replacing face-to-face doctor’s visits with telephone or internet consultations would bring benefits for patients and GPs.
Leap into the imagination with Exeter's festival of writing for children
A stellar line up of top children’s authors will be sharing their expertise at Exeter’s festival of writing for and by young people during the October half term from 25 October to 1 November.
Chancellor announces £1.6million to unlock genetic secrets
The announcement comes during visit to celebrate women leaders in science.
Exeter researchers seek young cyclists for bone health study
University of Exeter researchers are looking for young male cyclists to take part in a study investigating how our body composition is affected by the sports we practice.
Rising ocean acidity threatens sea life
Researchers in Exeter have found that sea creatures will be affected by rising ocean acidity.
Bioscience researchers awarded Darwin Initiative grant.
University of Exeter researchers have been awarded a two-year grant to promote the conservation of threatened marine animals.
Exeter researchers investigate how oceans store greenhouse gas
A team from the University’s new ‘Exeter atmospheric and ocean sciences’ unit joined a research cruise earlier this year to investigate the change in storage of greenhouse gases in the waters of the North Atlantic Basin.
University welcomes announcement of Met Office £97m supercomputer to Exeter Science Park
Exeter’s growing reputation as a world-leading centre for climate change science is boosted by the announcement that the Met Office has secured funding to purchase one of the most powerful supercomputers in the world.
WW1 soldier's diary revealed through tweets
The diary of a Cornish soldier from the Great War is being serialised through daily tweets during the centenary year of World War One.
BBC Radio 3 Free Thinking Festival showcases Exeter academics
Two Humanities academics from the University of Exeter will be recorded in front of an audience at BBC Radio 3’s Free Thinking Festival of Ideas at the Sage, Gateshead.
Exeter wins £1m funding for new initiative in bio-medicine
The University of Exeter has been awarded £1 million by the Wellcome Trust to establish an initiative aimed at advancing our understanding of living systems and the causes of disease.
Universities’ collaboration celebrated
The GW4 Alliance, which brings together the combined strengths of the universities of Bath, Bristol, Cardiff and Exeter, held its official launch last night.
New research quantifies 'shocking' impact of cumulative pay discrimination
New research quantifies ‘shocking’ impact of cumulative pay discrimination
New research shows that bats will hang out with their friends this Halloween
New research has shown that despite moving house frequently, bats choose to roost with the same social groups of ‘friends’.
