News archive
June 2022
New Royal Society Entrepreneur in Residence encourages green innovation and diversity in entrepreneurship
The University of Exeter is delighted to welcome a new Royal Society Entrepreneur in Residence, Susannah McClintock.
Experts celebrate shipshape partnership to reveal more about Cornwall’s maritime history
Experts from the University of Exeter and National Maritime Museum Cornwall are celebrating their continuing partnership. They are working together to spread the word about the region’s fascinating maritime history.
Social mobility prospects bleak for Jubilee Generation
Social mobility prospects for the current generation of school-aged young people are bleak, warns a major new report published today to mark the 25th anniversary of the Sutton Trust.
Major new international research reveals new evidence about when, where, and how chickens were domesticated
New research transforms our understanding of the circumstances and timing of the domestication of chickens.
Award success for ‘healthy’ chocolate business
A climate conscious confectionary business based in St Austell has won two coveted Free From Food Awards after receiving support from the University of Exeter, Cornwall Student Start-up programme.
Free Soapbox Science talks in Exeter
Fish on painkillers, the power of tiny shrimps and late-night snacking by bumblebees are just some of the subjects on offer at this year's Soapbox Science in Exeter.
Exeter researcher rediscovers unique story of an African prince in Exeter
The rediscovery of a unique visit by an African prince to Exeter has encouraged a researcher to find links between the city and the Eritrean Ethiopian region.
United Kingdom’s redistributive health system faces major challenges
A new health system review for the United Kingdom (UK) reveals recent developments in financing, governance, organisation and delivery of health care in one of the world’s most comprehensive health systems.
Scientists show how fast-growing bacteria can resist antibiotics
Scientists have demonstrated how some fast-growing bacteria can resist treatment with antibiotics, according to a study published today in eLife.
Exeter students to cycle 2,000 miles to Greece for charity
Two University of Exeter students have set off on an epic 2,000 mile sponsored bike ride to Greece.
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Higher rate of COVID-19 death before vaccination linked to certain common inflammatory immune conditions
New analysis of 17 million patient GP records in England provides important evidence for decisions around future booster vaccine programmes
Combined carbon and health taxes on food products could significantly contribute to net-zero targets and improve the quality of diets, study shows
Combined carbon and health taxes on food products could significantly contribute to net-zero targets, while improving the quality of diets, a major new study shows.
Otters learn from each other – but solve some puzzles alone
Otters learn skills from each other – but they also solve some mysteries alone, new research shows.
Multiple heart-related conditions linked to triple dementia risk, regardless of genetics
Having multiple conditions that affect the heart are linked to a greater risk of dementia than having high genetic risk, according to a largescale new study.
Universities of Exeter and Queensland renew their commitment to working in partnership to find solutions to pressing global challenges
During a recent visit to the University of Exeter, Professor Deborah Terry AO, President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Queensland, and Professor Lisa Roberts, Vice Chancellor and Chief Executive of the University of Exeter, signed an agreement renewing the Universities’ partnership through the QUEX Institute for a further five years, and discussed their shared vision for the future.
Evocative new sculpture to be unveiled at the University of Exeter
An unusual and thought-provoking new sculpture, created to characterize how science is confronting one of the world’s biggest threats to human health and food security, is set to be unveiled at the University of Exeter.
Science Futures to make Glastonbury debut
Festivalgoers can learn about climate change, space travel, plant power and much more at Glastonbury's new Science Futures area.
New research gives insights into how organelles divide in cells
A pioneering study has shed new light on how subcellular organelles divide and multiply.
Exeter healthy ageing treatments company raises £2 million in latest seed funding round
A company borne out of University of Exeter research has raised more than £2 million from existing investors, to take its cell rejuvenation technology to aid healthy ageing to the next stage of development.
One in five hundred men carry an extra sex chromosome, putting them at higher risk of several common diseases
Around one in 500 men could be carrying an extra X or Y chromosome – most of them unaware – putting them at increased risk of diseases such as type 2 diabetes, atherosclerosis and thrombosis, say researchers at the universities of Cambridge and Exeter.
Podium finish in World Triathlon Duathlon Championships for Exeter Medical Student
University of Exeter medical student has today (Thursday June 10) clinched third place in the World Triathlon Duathlon Championships in Targu Mures, Romania.
IAIS Launches New Partnership with the Middle East Research and Information Project (MERIP)
The University of Exeter’s Institute of Arab and Islamic Studies (IAIS) is proud to announce an exciting new partnership with the Middle East Research and Information Project (MERIP)
Top 10 place for University of Exeter Business School in FT Master’s in Finance 2022 rankings
The University of Exeter Business School has secured a place in the UK’s top 10 business schools in the Financial Times Master’s in Finance 2022 rankings, with its score for student satisfaction fifth best globally.
Numbers and experience count in mongoose warfare
Strength in numbers and experienced individuals are both vital in mongoose warfare, new research shows.
Research reveals true extent of sea turtle conservation success
The true extent of how successful conservation efforts to protect sea turtle populations along the western coast of Central Africa have been revealed in a new study.
University of Exeter receives £1.8 million funding boost
The University of Exeter has been awarded more than £1.8 million to enable researchers to unlock the potential value of their work, and kickstart new ways in which to tackle some of the most pressing issues of our time.
Researchers develop the world's first ultra-fast photonic computing processor using polarisation
New research uses multiple polarisation channels to carry out parallel processing – enhancing computing density by several orders over conventional electronic chips.
Exeter alumni celebrate winning volunteer awards
Two Exeter alumni have won volunteer awards for their efforts supporting students and alumni.
Business School celebrates success at SU and Teaching Awards
A student society that aims to empower women in their career goals and help them gain more confidence won a top prize at the SU Awards last month.
Leading African writers to take part in readings and workshops as part of major Exeter literary festival
Leading African and African diaspora literary voices will take part in book readings, open mic poetry sessions and workshops as part of a major Exeter literary festival.
Who wants to be a billionaire? Most don’t – which is good news for the planet
A new study busts the long-held economic belief that humans are all motivated to want more and more, which could have important implications for sustainability policies.
Celebrate winners of the PRISM Exeter's Queer Science Competition 2022 at special Pride Month event
Young people will be honoured for their work to highlight the achievements and impact of LGBTQ+ scientists, engineers and mathematicians at a special Pride Month event.
Volunteers mark decade of horticulture and friendship at community garden connecting students and their neighbours
Volunteers are marking a decade of innovative horticulture at Exeter’s Community Garden - where students work with their neighbours to cultivate food and friendship.
Thousands of students set to celebrate graduation as ceremonies return at the University of Exeter
Thousands of students will finally be able to mark the end of their studies in traditional style as summer graduation ceremonies return at the University of Exeter.
Researcher wins L’Oreal Women in Science fellowship for work on environmental impact of hunting by cats
A recent PhD graduate is one of six scientists to receive a prestigious L’Oreal Women in Science fellowship.
Inspiring diversity and refugee campaigners and pioneering media and election experts amongst those being honoured at University of Exeter graduation ceremonies
Expert election number cruncher Professor Sir John Curtice, pioneering campaigner for diversity in publishing Margaret Busby and Chief Executive of Migrants Organise Zrinka Bralo will be awarded honorary degrees at the University of Exeter this week.
Gene discovery indicates motor neurone diseases caused by abnormal lipid processing in cells
A new genetic discovery adds weight to a theory that motor neurone degenerative diseases are caused by abnormal lipid (fat) processing pathways inside brain cells.
Breakthrough in quest to control light to evolve next generation of quantum sensing and computing
Scientists have made a pivotal new breakthrough in the quest to control light to evolve the next generation of quantum sensing and computing.
Exeter researcher wins international climate journalism award
An Exeter researcher has won a 2022 Covering Climate Now Journalism Award for an article examining the concept of net zero.
Acclaimed musician and social justice campaigner Stormzy receives honorary degree from the University of Exeter
Influential musician and social justice campaigner Michael Owuo Jr praised the "guts, grit and dedication" of students as he was awarded an honorary degree from the University of Exeter for his work to promote education and fighting racial inequality.
The Exeter MBA achieves UK top 5 in The Economist’s Which MBA? 2022 rankings
The University of Exeter Business School’s MBA programme has been named the UK’s 5th best full-time MBA in The Economist’s Which MBA? 2022 rankings.
Exeter researcher wins Lister Prize
A University of Exeter researcher has won the prestigious Lister Prize to support her research into fungal pathogens.
Two Exeter diabetes researchers named "Rising Stars"
Two researchers at the University of Exeter Medical School have been recognised as rising stars in diabetes research.
How the mystery of the missing oystercatcher tag was finally solved
Exeter researchers will soon be able to redeploy an electronic tag used to monitor migrating oystercatchers, which went missing on Orkney before mysteriously transmitting signals from a campsite, tourist attractions and a pizza restaurant.
Early success of Exeter’s NIHR School for Primary Care Research celebrated at launch event
The early success of the University of Exeter’s membership of the national network of National Institute of Health and Care Research (NIHR) Schools for Primary Care Research has been celebrated at a launch event.
University of Exeter Vice Chancellor Professor Lisa Roberts visits Duke University
World-leading research to tackle the climate crisis and create a greener, healthier and fairer world was top of the agenda when University of Exeter Vice Chancellor Professor Lisa Roberts visited Duke University.
Medicine and health students who made own gowns in 2020 graduate in person
Students who made their own gowns to graduate in 2020 are among three years of medicine and health-related graduates to celebrate this month.
People power can tackle climate crisis
An audience at the Glastonbury Festival has heard how people power can tackle the climate crisis.
Exeter students deliver top medical care to revellers at Glastonbury
Nursing and medical students from the University of Exeter put their learning into action by volunteering in the delivery of first-rate medical care to festival goers at this year's Glastonbury event.
New resources designed to prevent cruel and inaccurate representation of self-harm in literature
Experts and campaigners working to prevent cruel and inaccurate representation of self-harm have created new resources to encourage better portrayal of those in mental distress.
Journalists Lyse Doucet and Krishnan Guru-Murthy and author Dolly Alderton to receive honorary degrees from the University of Exeter
Journalists Lyse Doucet and Krishnan Guru-Murthy and author Dolly Alderton will receive honorary degrees from the University of Exeter this week.
Gender differences in behaviours linked to faster cognitive decline revealed in research
Men who experience behaviour changes including apathy or having false beliefs and perceptions in later life are at risk of faster cognitive decline than women, according to new research.
European network meets in Exeter to collaborate on arts and culture development
On 7-9 June, a network of European universities and city authorities came together in Exeter, to discuss how cities and universities can work together to support arts and culture in their local areas.
University of Exeter to lead consortium for Dstl’s new Defence Data Research Centre
The University of Exeter (UoE) will lead the consortium on a new Defence Data Research Centre (DDRC), which will focus on improving the use of data for Artificial Intelligence applications.
Investing in nature is key to levelling up rural regions in the UK says new report
Investing in the environment and thinking more creatively about our reserves of “natural capital” should be at the heart of the government’s levelling up agenda, a new report suggests.
University of Exeter lecturers win ASLE-UKI Book Prizes
Two lecturers from the University of Exeter have been honoured for their work in the 2022 ASLE-UKI Book Prizes.
Ice Age wolf DNA reveals dogs trace ancestry to two separate wolf populations
An international group of geneticists and archaeologists have found that the ancestry of dogs can be traced to at least two populations of ancient wolves.
Climate change will increase chances of wildfire globally – but humans can still help reduce the risk
New research highlights how the risk of wildfire is rising globally due to climate change – but also, how human actions and policies can play a critical role in regulating regional impacts.
New 3D model will help guide exploration for rare earth element deposits in alkaline igneous systems
Scientists from the University of Exeter and the British Geological Survey (BGS), alongside a team of institutions across Europe, have developed a new 3D geological model designed to guide exploration for rare earth elements (REE), which are critical for development of renewable energy and transport.