News archive
May 2022
GW4 Generator Award: Seven collaborative research communities awarded £125k funding
Projects exploring the circular economy in building construction, net zero transport systems, and antibiotic-resistance genes are among seven research communities awarded £125,000 in GW4 Alliance funding.
Royal Geographical Society awards for two Exeter academics
Two professors at the University of Exeter have received prestigious awards from the Royal Geographical Society (with IBG).
Internet use during pandemic linked to increased mental health risks for young and middle-aged men
Using the internet frequently during the height of the pandemic has been linked to poorer mental health for young and middle-aged men - but not for women of the same age, a new study has found.
Parks and green spaces of England and Wales valued at £25.6 billion a year
Parks and green spaces provide around £25.6 billion of ‘welfare value’ to the health and wellbeing of adults in England and Wales each year, according to a ground-breaking new tool that calculates the economic value of outdoor recreational spaces.
Smartline shortlisted for the Housing Heroes Awards 2022
Ground-breaking Cornwall-based research project Smartline and Coastline housing have been shortlisted for the Housing Heroes Award 2022 the under the ‘Best company health and wellbeing initiative category’.
Efforts to take fake news and misinformation in Africa must take account of the continent’s unique “pavement media”, study shows
The spread of fake news through “pavement media” in Africa means the continent needs unique techniques to tackle the spread of misinformation, a new study says.
Experts to establish new archive of Kurdistan’s culture, history and politics
An international team of experts are establishing a major new archive of Kurdistan’s culture, history and politics.
Immigration rules mean reforms to give domestic workers access to the minimum wage will be hard to enforce, study says
Reforms to remove legal exemptions to give live-in domestic workers access to the minimum wage are an important step against the devaluation of this work but will be difficult to enforce because of Britain’s immigration rules, a new study says.
MA Curation students complete work placements at renowned museums and galleries across the UK, and internationally
Students on the University of Exeter’s new MA Curation: Art and Business course have completed work placements at some of the country’s most renowned galleries and museums, and abroad.
Sustainability leader joins University of Exeter Business School
A sustainability leader from industry has joined the University of Exeter Business School as a new Professor of Practice as part of the recently announced £10 million biodiversity renewal project (RENEW).
Exeter undergraduate wins prestigious national award
University of Exeter student Isabelle Brown is celebrating after securing a prestigious national award.
Historic graffiti made by soldiers sheds light on Africa maritime heritage, study shows
Historic graffiti of ships carved in an African fort were drawn by soldiers on guard duty watching the sea, University of Exeter experts believe.
Major new study will investigate impact of innovative orchestra performances which use dance, drama and film
A major new study will analyse the impact of ‘theatrical’ performances by British orchestras, which use dance, acting and film, and are attracting new audiences.
Research unlocks personalised care in type 2 diabetes
Moving away from a “one-size fits all” care regime has the potential to transform care for people with type 2 diabetes, a University of Dundee study has shown.
Exeter researcher elected Fellow of Royal Society
A leading University of Exeter climate scientist has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Society.
AI set to transform science and engineering in Canada
Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to transform how science and engineering is conducted and funded in Canada, bringing both tremendous opportunities and risks, according to a new expert panel report from the Council of Canadian Academies (CCA).
Peru "pinger" trial deters dolphins but not whales
A trial of underwater sound devices called pingers reduced the number of dolphins caught in fishing nets – but did not deter humpback whales.
First detailed academic study of East African maritime traditions shows changes in boatbuilding
The first detailed academic study of East African maritime traditions shows changes in boatbuilding techniques but the continuing use of wooden vessels by fishers.
Research ship delves into ocean history
A research ship is taking seabed samples from the North Sea and North Atlantic to find out what the oceans were like before major changes caused by humans.
Exeter students lead planetary health agenda in medical schools around the world
Medical students at the University of Exeter are improving sustainability and planetary health in medical schools around the world, as part of a global movement.
New exhibition shows stories of parents navigating work and family life in Exeter
Families in Exeter navigating the challenges and joy of working alongside bringing up children have told their stories as part of a new exhibition.
University of Exeter’s growth in Research Power recognised in REF2021
The University of Exeter’s commitment to producing world-leading research has been recognised by the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021
Exeter extreme medicine experts deliver £890,000 in life-saving medical aid to Ukraine
Global experts in delivering medical training for people working in remote environments have galvanised more than £645,000 worth of life-saving medical supplies to the frontline of the Ukrainian war zone.
Exeter’s museum to host a pop-up exploring the future of the High Street
The pop-up, RAMM about Town, is a pilot project of the Creative Arc, a unique collaboration between the University of Exeter, Exeter City Council, Art Work Exeter, and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum (RAMM).
Asking for ideas boosts collective action
Members of minority groups can boost collective action by seeking the ideas and perspectives of fellow group members, new research shows.
Sea turtle success stories along African east coast – but thousands still dying
Conservation of sea turtles along Africa's east coast has made good progress – but tens of thousands still die each year due to human activity, researchers say.
Exeter signs MoU to boost collaboration on Spaceport Cornwall
A strategic partnership, designed to help place Cornwall at the forefront of British science and innovation in space, has received a significant boost.
Track which political parties represent your views with new online tool
A new online tool helps people to see how closely their views match with policies of political parties around the UK.
Pioneering research facility receives funding boost to achieve net zero
A pioneering new research facility, designed to solve some of the most pressing global environmental challenges of our time, has received a near £1 million funding boost to achieve “Net Zero” status.
Research by University of Exeter humanities and social science experts ranked as world leading
Work by humanities and social sciences academics at the University of Exeter has been judged as world-leading as part of the Research Excellence Framework.
Local residents invited to try something new this May and June
Have you ever wanted to make your own podcast?. Discover what happened to the Cornish language between 1777-1904? Or find out what you’ve always wanted to know about renewable energy (but were afraid to ask).
Young, talented… and working at the University of Exeter Business School: MBA professor secures prestigious award
A University of Exeter Business School academic has been named on a prestigious list of the most talented young professors teaching on MBA programmes around the world.
Deep ocean warming as climate changes
Much of the "excess heat" stored in the subtropical North Atlantic is in the deep ocean (below 700m), new research suggests.
UN Climate Champion to speak at Exeter event on environmental intelligence at World Economic Forum in Davos
How business leaders can access scientific data to identify and address the global risks from climate change will be the subject of a University of Exeter-hosted event at the World Economic Forum in Davos this month.
Scallops swim into illuminated fishing pots
Scallops are drawn to illuminated fishing pots like moths to a flame, new research shows.
University of Exeter’s Q-Step centre helping to plug shortages of graduates able to analyse data, evaluation shows
The University of Exeter’s Q-Step centre is helping to tackle the national shortage of graduates with the skills to use data to better understand society, an evaluation shows.
Uncovering hidden cultures in workplaces can help make businesses more inclusive, according to social mobility expert
Companies should introduce ways of uncovering informal hidden cultures to create more inclusive workplaces, a social mobility expert has told parliamentarians.
Comic illustrated by former UK Comics laureate depicts experiences of shame in medical learning
A new comic will be used to teach medical students about the role of shame in their training to become doctors.
Children who play adventurously have better mental health, research finds
Children who spend more time playing adventurously have lower symptoms of anxiety and depression, and were happier over the first Covid-19 lockdown, according to new research.
'Traffic calming' boosts breeding on coral reefs
Coral reef fish breed more successfully if motorboat noise is reduced, new research shows.
Satellites and drones can help save pollinators
Satellites and drones can provide key information to protect pollinators, researchers say.
Alumnus gifts Medicine students £30 food delivery, to boost morale ahead of exams
Medicine students at the University of Exeter have been offered a £30 food delivery voucher to spend, thanks to a generous donation from an Exeter alumnus.
'Democracy' governs mass jackdaw take-offs
Jackdaws use a "democratic" process to decide when to leave their roosts en masse, new research shows.
'Make or break' year for protecting nature
2022 is a "make or break" year for protecting nature and tackling climate change, a leading scientist says.
Study finds crime-cutting benefits of therapy when combined with cash handouts
Spending $500 for therapy and a small cash payment helped reduce crime and violence by half among some of the most troubled young men in West Africa, a new study has found.
Pioneering study identifies global dynamics of Antibiotic Resistance
Scientists have used ideas from artificial intelligence to identify patterns of antibiotic resistance around the world.
Peer visits University of Exeter to see state-of-the-art Offshore Energy Research
The Royal Society’s annual Pairing Scheme brings together scientists and policymakers to let research inform policy-making and policy questions shape the research.
Exeter partners with Surrey to support set-up of new medical school
The University of Exeter is supporting the University of Surrey in setting up a medical school for the first time.
Newly discovered ancient Amazonian cities reveal how urban landscapes were built without harming nature
A newly discovered network of “lost” ancient cities in the Amazon could provide a pivotal new insight into how ancient civilisations combined the construction of vast urban landscapes while living alongside nature.
People must be 'heart' of climate action
Tackling the climate crisis can only be achieved by "placing people at the heart of climate action", researchers say.
Drug resistance molecule can spread though bacterial 'communities'
DNA molecules called plasmids – some of which protect bacteria from antibiotics – can spread rapidly through bacterial "communities" that are treated with antibiotics, new research shows.
'Fuel of evolution' more abundant than previously thought in wild animals
The raw material for evolution is much more abundant in wild animals than we previously believed, according to new research from the Australian National University (ANU).
New study maps financial ownership of more than $1 trillion of the fossil fuel industry’s projected ‘stranded asset’ losses due to low-carbon transition
Driven by technological, societal and political change, renewable energy technologies are progressively replacing fossil fuels.
Stunning new exhibition connects computer art with the ancient tradition of glassmaking
A stunning new exhibition connecting paintings made by computers with the ancient tradition of glassmaking is part of major new research to document, exhibit and preserve digital art.
No "echo chambers" in Reddit climate debate
Climate change debates on Reddit don't happen in polarised "echo chambers", new research suggests.
Influence of remarkable Hispanic women honoured though major historical project
More remarkable Hispanic female pioneers in journalism, sport and the arts have been honoured as part of a major historical project.
AI learns coral reef "song"
Artificial Intelligence (AI) can track the health of coral reefs by learning the "song of the reef", new research shows.
Medical Student sets up community Triathlon Club, inspired by Truro’s scenery
University of Exeter Medical Student sets up a community triathlon club to engage the people of Truro.
British coral predicted to be resilient to climate change
An iconic coral species found in UK waters could expand its range due to climate change, new research shows.
Art installations across Exeter to feature a Deaf pub night, graffiti, second-hand furniture and balloons
Empty Exeter shops will be filled with pioneering art installations featuring second-hand furniture, graffiti and balloons as part of a now-annual festival.
Talking Deck to help people with life and health issues
A new "Talking Deck" will help shape conversations at an Exeter wellbeing hub.
Legislation focused on obscenity and indecency will not help to keep children safe online, expert warns
Laws that are premised on the traditional notions of obscenity and indecency will not help to keep children safe online, a leading expert has warned.