Plastic microparticles from road tyres are “high concern” pollutants, research shows
Plastic microparticles released into the environment from common road tyres should be treated as a “high concern” pollutant, that may...
Month: January 2024
Playing an instrument linked to better brain health in older adults
Engaging in music throughout your life is associated with better brain health in older age, according to a new study...
Students graduate from global learning programme focused on real-world sustainability challenges
Around 50 University of Exeter students are celebrating their graduation from a groundbreaking and global programme that tackles real-world sustainability...
South West pupils mark Holocaust Memorial Day at University of Exeter
Pupils from Devon and Cornwall marked Holocaust Memorial Day by hearing about the horrors of the genocide from experts and...
Women and people of colour remain “invisible” as most people pick white men as their heroes, study shows
Women and people of colour remain invisible to many people in Britain and the USA as people pick white men...
New online support for farming’s “accidental counsellors”
A new resource is available for farming’s “accidental counsellors” to help them better support those within the agricultural community and...
Community perinatal mental health teams reduce risk of mental health relapse after childbirth
Women with a history of severe mental illness face a lower risk of relapse after giving birth in regions where...
Simple steps can cut snakebite deaths
Scientists have called for simple, effective steps to cut the number of people bitten by venomous snakes. About 140,000 people...
Watercress skin care range launches as researchers explore health potential for superfood extract
It’s been named a “powerhouse” food because of its nutritional value, and now watercress is the key ingredient in a...