Innovative new eel pass designs offer hope for critically endangered species
A new type of eel pass that uses natural gravel substrate rather than existing plastic alternatives has proven to be...
Alex Morrison
Three Exeter experts on REF 2029 panels
Three University of Exeter academics have been appointed to prestigious Research Excellence Framework (REF) panels. REF is the UK’s system...
Electric trucks overtaking diesel on lifetime cost
Electric trucks are on course to overtake diesel equivalents on lifetime cost – and smart policies can accelerate this transition,...
UK to host key climate gathering
The Met Office and the University of Exeter will host scientists, policy makers and business leaders for vital talks assessing...
Wasp mums use remarkable memory when feeding offspring
Wasp mothers have stunning brainpower when it comes to feeding their young, new research shows. Digger wasps make a short...
Scottish shrimp study illuminates new potential for bait-less fishing
Fishing pots fitted with LED lights catch significantly more shrimp and fish, new research shows. In the new study, by...
New project investigates mysteries of Sun’s atmosphere
A new £5 million, five-year project will tackle fundamental questions in solar physics. The Sun’s activity has a profound impact...
Exeter experts advised on ‘Ocean’ by Sir David Attenborough
University of Exeter researchers gave scientific advice for Ocean – the new film and book by Sir David Attenborough. The...
Coastal mega-cities expose wildlife to ‘relentless’ boat traffic
Coastal mega-cities expose ocean wildlife and habitats to “relentless” boat traffic, new research shows. The study focussed on China’s Greater...