News archive 2016-17
Sport and Health Sciences Networking Evening, November 2017
On Thursday 23rd November, Sport and Health Science held a speed networking evening in X-Keys, St Luke’s.
Exeter and Cranbrook to pilot new health drive
Exeter and the East Devon new town of Cranbrook are among 12 areas selected to work on a ground-breaking new approach to tackle inactivity in communities, Sport England has announced.
Quorn protein on par with animal sources
Protein found in Quorn meat-free foods may be just as good for muscles as animal proteins, new research suggests.
‘Breaking 2’: Exeter scientists take the lead in Nike’s marathon mission
Exeter scientists and alumni spearheaded the science behind Nike’s moonshot to achieve the first sub two-hour marathon, ‘Breaking 2.’
University and Exeter Chiefs to offer rugby PhD
The University of Exeter has teamed up with Exeter Chiefs rugby club to fund a PhD study into the injury risks facing young rugby players.
One minute of running per day associated with better bone health in women
A single minute of exercise each day is linked to better bone health in women, new research shows.
Football boosts bone development in boys
Playing football can improve bone development in adolescent boys, new research shows.
Top of the league sports personalities to give students tips for success
The man in charge of the record-breaking British Paralympics team is one of a host of sports experts set to offer top tips to Exeter students.
Exeter subjects secure top 10 status in latest influential rankings table
Sport and Health Sciences at the University of Exeter has been recognised as the best course of its kind in the country in the latest influential rankings.
Blueberry concentrate improves brain function in older people
Drinking concentrated blueberry juice improves brain function in older people, according to research by the University of Exeter.
Virtual reality training for ‘safety-critical’ jobs
New virtual reality training could help prevent accidents in “safety-critical” industries like the NHS, aviation, the military and nuclear power.
People with cystic fibrosis ‘should get exercise plans’
People with cystic fibrosis could benefit from being prescribed personalised exercise plans by healthcare professionals, according to experts at the University of Exeter.
‘Minimal’ shoes may reduce running injuries
Runners who wear trainers with no cushioning and land on the ball of their foot rather than the heel put significantly less demand on their bodies, new research suggests.
Research news for September 2016
Welcome to a round up of the research news from September 2016 for Sport and Health Sciences.
Research news for July 2016
Welcome to a round up of the research news from July 2016 for Sport and Health Sciences.
Research news for June 2016
A round up of the research news for June 2016 from Sport and Health Sciences.
Physical activity boosts kids’ brain power and academic prowess
A consensus statement which includes a University of Exeter researcher says exercise boosts kids’ and young people’s brain power.
National award for muscle pain research from University of Exeter
New research on the association between psychological variables and pain intensity of delayed onset muscle soreness has won a prestigious national award.
Cystic Fibrosis Trust announces £750,000 investment in Exeter-based research centre
A pioneering new strategic research centre, that will aid health professionals design exercise plans to improve the everyday lives of young people with cystic fibrosis, has been launched.
University of Exeter academic appears on award-winning children's medical show
A University of Exeter academic has demonstrated his internationally-renowned work to improve young people’s health on an award winning children’s medical show.
University of Exeter sports coaches full of pride for silver medal winning alumni Paralympian Crystal Lane
Eight years ago Crystal Lane spent endless hours at the University of Exeter training to become one of the world’s best Paralympic cyclists.
Careers in Sport
On Friday 15th January 2016 approximately 300 Sport and Health Science students attended a bespoke and unique Careers in Sport day in the Great Hall and Forum Street on the Streatham Campus at the University of Exeter.