Future of UK peatlands under threat due to climate change
The UK’s peatlands face an uncertain future amid the escalating impacts of climate change. Peatlands are critical ecosystems for carbon...
Ecology and Conservation
Kenya study highlights complexity of tree-planting schemes
Research with smallholder farmers in Kenya shows that tree-planting schemes must account for complex local issues and preferences. Tree planting...
Avalanche of papers could erode trust in science
An explosion in the number of academic articles being published is unsustainable and erodes public trust in science, a landmark...
Leopards can be identified by their roar
Each leopard has its own unique roar through which it can be identified, a new study finds. In the first...
Monkey mapping model could boost conservation
A monkey mapping study could boost conservation of animal species that share their habitats with humans. With an estimated 75%...
Montserrat’s wandering turtles highlight need for conservation without borders
Sea turtles that nest in Montserrat migrate and feed in the waters of multiple Caribbean countries and territories – according...
Scientific and engineering wonders wow children attending annual Christmas event
A trio of magical stories from the worlds of science and engineering have been shared with schoolchildren in Cornwall as...
Europe’s native oyster ecosystems have ‘collapsed’
Scientists have revealed that Europe’s native oyster ecosystem has declined to the extent that it has ‘collapsed’, highlighting the importance...
Exeter ecologist awarded as future leader in climate and health research
Congratulations to Dr Dan Padfield, who has been awarded the 2024 Emerging Leaders Prize by the Medical Research Foundation. The...