News archive
November 2021
Divest, Invest, Engage: How the University invests responsibly, open session
Two University of Exeter scientists are cycling to Glasgow for the COP26 UN climate change conference.
Global campaigning role for University of Exeter student ahead of appearance at COP26
A University of Exeter student taking part in high-profile summits held to coincide with the G20 and COP26 meetings is calling on world leaders to listen to young people to tackle the climate emergency.
University of Exeter at crucial COP26 climate talks
The University of Exeter will be represented at the crucial COP26 climate change conference in Glasgow.
Depression and anxiety rife among doctors during first and second wave of COVID-19 pandemic
High levels of anxiety and depression among medical doctors have been recorded in a new cross-country study that finds Italian doctors most likely to have experienced mental health symptoms during the pandemic.
Peatlands can help fix our climate
Preserving and restoring peatlands can help us tackle the climate crisis, researchers say.
Cromwell struggled to control closure of the monasteries as his government lost its grip during dissolution, new book shows
Thomas Cromwell struggled to keep control of the closure of the monasteries and his government lost its grip during dissolution, a new book shows.
Tidal stream power can aid drive for net-zero and generate 11% of UK’s electricity demand, study shows
Tidal stream power has the potential to deliver 11% of the UK’s current annual electricity and play a significant role in the government’s drive for net-zero, according to new research.
Remarkable artwork depicting famine in Britain and India will help people reflect on modern day food insecurity and climate crisis
Remarkable new artwork depicting famine in Britain and India will be on show for the first time to allow communities to reflect on today’s food and environmental crisis.
Government action needed to ensure insurance against major hacking of driverless vehicles, experts warn
Government action is needed so driverless vehicles can be insured against malicious hacks which could have potentially catastrophic consequences, a study says.
University of Exeter student honoured at National Pride of Britain awards ceremony
An inspirational University of Exeter student has been honoured at the Pride of Britain Awards after going on an epic “Tour de Full English” bike ride around the country in memory of his parents.
Arts and Humanities secures top 100 position in influential rankings
The thriving international reputation and research strengths of the University of Exeter’s Arts and Humanities subjects have been recognised in the latest influential rankings.
Green transition creates new risks and rewards
Different countries face different risks and opportunities as the world switches from fossil fuels to renewable energy, researchers say.
Global carbon emissions rebound close to pre-Covid levels
Global carbon emissions in 2021 are set to rebound close to pre-Covid levels, according to the Global Carbon Project.
Governments need to address inevitable risks of losses and damages from climate change, says OECD
As governments face the challenge of delivering on their net-zero by 2050 commitments, a new OECD report says they must focus in parallel on reducing and managing the inevitable risk of further losses and damages from climate change.
Urgent need for EU and NATO to be better prepared for legal threats, new study shows
There is an urgent need for EU and NATO members to be better prepared against threats in the legal domain, a new study warns.
Lack of joined-up support from education and health is harming outcomes for young people with ADHD, a new paper warns
Lack of communication between child and adult clinicians and between clinicians and those in education can lead to educational underperformance and unmet health needs for young people with ADHD, a new paper warns.
Experts to discuss climate risk and adaptation
Climate risks and adaptation will be discussed by a panel of experts at COP26 in Glasgow.
Convex launches Seascape Survey Partnership with Blue Marine Foundation
Convex Group Limited (Convex) today announces a multi-million-dollar partnership with the Blue Marine Foundation (BLUE), a charity dedicated to restoring the ocean to health, and the University of Exeter and its foremost researchers, with the launch ofthe Convex Blue Carbon Seascape Survey.
New recommendations for communicating climate change welcomed by IPCC senior figure
As the world keenly watches for progress at the UN climate conference, the foremost scientific authority on climate change has emphasised the critical importance of communicating science effectively.
Research reveals new clues for the shared origins of irritable bowel syndrome and mental health disorders
Research finds Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) has revealed that IBS symptoms may be caused by the same biological processes as conditions such as anxiety.
Tributes paid after death of creator of revolutionary Exeter hip, a global success story
Heartfelt tributes are being paid to a pioneering University of Exeter engineer who co-created an implant that has revolutionised hip replacements for millions.
£2.5 million investment in 35 new PhD studentships
The University of Exeter is investing £2. 5 million in preparing the next generation of researchers to tackle some of the biggest global issues of the 21st century.
Greenland iceberg delivered to COP26 summit alongside ‘ice-cold bottled warning’ to world leaders
An iceberg has been delivered to the COP26 climate summit in Glasgow, in a powerful statement to world leaders of the scale of the climate crisis and a visible reminder of what Arctic warming means for the planet.
Showcasing the faces behind antimicrobial resistance research
An exciting new 3D photography exhibition will showcase the research and people behind Exeter’s antimicrobial resistance research.
Festival of Compassion announces eclectic programme
A unique festival will this month be helping to foster compassion within our communities.
One billion face heat-stress risk from 2°C rise
The numbers of people in regions across the world affected by extreme heat stress – a potentially fatal combination of heat and humidity – could increase nearly 15-fold if the world’s temperature rise reaches 2°C.
Exeter laboratories gain LEAF status
More than 80% of eligible laboratories and research spaces at the University of Exeter have now been assessed via the Laboratory Efficiency Assessment Framework (LEAF).
Major boost to special partnership between the University of Exeter and Exeter City Football Club
The University of Exeter and Exeter City Football Club have marked the continuation of their special relationship at a recent ceremony.
The Exeter MBA secures UK top 4 in ‘better world’ sustainability ranking
The University of Exeter Business School’s internationally accredited MBA programme has been named fourth best in the UK in the Corporate Knights’ Better World MBA Rankings 2021.
Transforming a run-down waterside park led to higher wellbeing in Plymouth community
Transforming a run-down waterside park in Plymouth into a high-quality open air theatre and play area has led to higher wellbeing and life satisfaction.
Going to sleep at 10pm linked to lowered risk of heart disease
A new study has revealed the optimum time for going to sleep to avoid developing heart disease.
Exeter conducts crucial testing for next generation of sub-sea cable protection
Renewable Energy experts at the University of Exeter have carried out crucial testing for the next generation of sub-sea cable protection equipment.
Technology, law and creative experts join forces to share experience of regulating AI and deepfakes
Technology, legal and creative experts will join forces to discuss the opportunities and challenges of regulating AI and deepfakes.
Experts urge Post Office inquiry to examine 'human actions' which led to workers falsely accused of theft, fraud and false accounting
The inquiry into the Post Office scandal must examine the “human actions” which led to workers being falsely accused of theft, fraud and false accounting, experts have said.
Whole genome sequencing improves diagnosis of rare diseases and shortens diagnostic journeys for patients
A world-first scientific studyhas shown that whole genome sequencing (WGS) can uncover new diagnoses for people with rare diseases and benefit the NHS.
Thousands of wounded World War One soldiers sent to see films as rehabilitation after returning from conflict, study shows
Cinemagoing was used as rehabilitation for thousands of soldiers returning from World War One, a new book shows.
BBC propaganda broadcasts for Nazi Germany were designed to create outrage and revolutionary energy amongst women
The BBC broadcast propaganda, news and entertainment programmes into Nazi Germany designed to create fear and outrage and stir up revolutionary energy amongst women, a major new study shows.
COP26: Plastic pollution trackers released off Scotland
On the penultimate day of COP26, scientists have deployed plastic pollution tracking devices into the ocean around Scotland.
Arm and shoulder disability and pain after breast cancer surgery reduced by exercise
Physiotherapy can reduce the debilitating arm and shoulder disability and pain that some women experience after breast cancer surgery, research shows.
Major new study to map South West’s food supply aims to improve opportunities for producers, processors and procurers
A major new project to map the South West’s food supply chains will identify opportunities to improve the system for people, place and planet.
Climate change policy decision-making tool “highly commended” in COP26 Climate Challenge Cup
A simple tool to help organisations use the latest evidence to adapt to climate change in ways that benefit human health has been highly commended in the international Climate Challenge Cup
Exeter plays pivotal role in new digital hub
The University of Exeter will play a pivotal role in a pioneering new digital hub, designed to help organisations respond to the climate and environment emergency, and improve public health.
Tech-based health and exercise programmes less beneficial for users with low socio-economic status, study shows
Technology-based health and exercise programmes and apps, designed to offer a convenient and accessible way to boost physical activity, are dramatically less beneficial for users with low socio-economic status, a study has shown.
Soldiers expressed their personality and emotions in bureaucratic battlefield World War One diaries, analysis shows
Soldiers were able to express their personality and emotions in bureaucratic World War One battlefield diaries, analysis shows.
Join interactive ramble across Exeter to explore the city’s fascinating literary history
People can join an interactive ramble across Exeter this weekend to explore the city’s fascinating literary history and connections.
New study identifies thousands of novel brain-expressed gene isoforms
New research has shed light on the complexity of gene expression in the brain by characterizing the extent of isoform diversity in the cortex.
Hospitality workers speak of “moral burden” of their job on new podcast exploring struggles of pandemic working
Hospitality workers discuss the “moral burden” of their job during the pandemic on a new podcast which explores the struggles of those who worked in restaurants, pubs and fast food outlets during the health crisis.
High-impact climate events: Better adaptation through earlier prediction
The prediction of high-impact climate phenomena can be substantially improved by a new mathematical approach that analyses the connectivity and patterns between geographical locations, scientists say in a new publication.
Exeter researchers give COP26 verdict
University of Exeter researchers have given their views on the COP26 climate change conference.
Exeter academics on list of top researchers
Twenty-two University of Exeter academics have been named on an annual list of highly cited researchers.
MOU will assess NHS readiness to treat addiction with ketamine-assisted therapy
A newly-signed agreement between the University of Exeter, Devon Partnership NHS Trust and Awakn Life Sciences lays down the foundations for assessing NHS readiness for ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
Physicists reveal non-reciprocal flow around the quantum world
Physicists from Exeter and Zaragoza have created a theory describing how non-reciprocity can be induced at the quantum level, paving the way for non-reciprocal transport in the next generation of nanotechnology
£2 million US government funding may provide new treatment for rare genetic disease
£2 million from the US government will fund ground-breaking research to find new treatments for a rare childhood condition.
Environmental Intelligence commitment at COP26
The Met Office and the University of Exeter have signed a landmark collaboration agreement at COP26, formally committing to further grow the work of the Joint Centre for Excellence in Environmental Intelligence.
Long working hours and lone-working key factors leading to loneliness in farming, study shows
Long hours, working alone and a feeling of being undervalued and disconnected from the wider public are among the key factors which cause loneliness within the farming community, a major new study shows.
Warmer soil stores less carbon
Global warming will cause the world's soil to release carbon, new research shows.
University of Exeter expert backs appeal to bring Thomas Hardy’s personal objects into the light
A University of Exeter expert is backing a Crowdfunder appeal to conserve and display a range of Thomas Hardy objects, many of which have never before been on public display.
Exeter Data Science expert secures prestigious Downing Street Research Fellowship
A data science expert from the University of Exeter has secured a prestigious new Fellowship, designed to help shape Government policy.
Earthquakes and extreme rainfall lead to a significant increase in the rates of landslides in Nepal
Earthquakes and extreme rainfall can lead to a six-fold increase in the rates of rainfall-triggered landslides occurring during Nepal’s monsoon season, according to new research.
Clearer and more accessible local information needed on how councils are addressing the climate emergency, research by University of Exeter students shows
Local authorities need to produce clearer and more accessible information on how they are addressing the climate emergency, research by University of Exeter students shows.
Exeter launches Green Futures Scholarships
Talented students from low-to-middle-income countries will study at the University of Exeter thanks to new Green Futures Scholarships.
Poor sleep linked to feeling older and worse outlook on ageing, which can impact health
Poor sleep in the over 50s is linked to more negative perceptions of ageing, which in turn can impact physical, mental and cognitive health, new research has revealed.
“Powerful” arguments from University of Exeter experts influence Post Office scandal inquiry
“Powerful” arguments by University of Exeter experts have helped to ensure the Post Office Inquiry will consider the “human actions” which led to workers being falsely accused of theft, fraud and false accounting.
Disney supports Exeter lobster conservation project
A programme to protect the Caribbean spiny lobster is being launched thanks to a $50,000 donation from the Disney Conservation Fund.
Exeter lab manager wins Sustainability Champion Award
A University of Exeter lab manager has been named a "Sustainability Champion" in the 2021 Green Gown Awards UK & Ireland.
Exeter’s commitment to researcher career development recognised through prestigious award
The University of Exeter’s long-term commitment to nurturing and developing the career development of its researchers has been recognised through a prestigious international award.
Social media firms can tackle wildlife trade
Wildlife trading on social media is a complex issue – but tech firms can take steps to tackle it, according to new research.
Digital volunteers set to make big impact for the University of Exeter thanks to National Lottery funding
The University of Exeter has been awarded £63,246 of National Lottery funding to launch a digital volunteering initiative and break down barriers to heritage.
New resource launched to help people live as well as possible with dementia
The experience of thousands of people affected by dementia has fed into a new resource which aims to be a comprehensive guide to supporting people to live as well as possible with the condition.
University of Exeter carbon emissions down 19%
Carbon emissions from the University of Exeter fell by 19% in the last year.
Extent of migration of sooty terns presents conservation challenges
Sooty terns’ wide-ranging migration patterns present big challenges for conservationists working to understand and address a sharp population decline, according to scientists.
Big-city coastal whales consume millions of microplastics every day
Whales in New Zealand's Hauraki Gulf consume about three million microplastics per day, a new study has found.
Exeter expert awarded prestigious Institute of Physics medal
Professor Frank Vollmer, from the University of Exeter, has been awarded the prestigious Rosalind Franklin Medal by the Institute of Physics.
Rising research star secures prestigious IoP award
One of the University of Exeter’s rising research stars has received a prestigious award from the Institute of Physics.
Academic Promotions 2021
Congratulations to our academic colleagues below who have achieved promotion in the last twelve months.
Rainfall in the Arctic may soon be more common than snowfall
More rain than snow will fall in the Arctic – and this transition will occur decades earlier than previously predicted, a new study reports.
Business School to hold conference with IMF on tax responses to COVID-19
How COVID-19 has impacted on tax policy across the world will be the focus of a two-day virtual conference this week.