2023 ocean heatwave ‘unprecedented but not unexpected’
The June 2023 heatwave in northern European seas was “unprecedented but not unexpected”, new research shows. During the heatwave, temperatures...
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Region’s talented young mathematicians honoured for their research into the world’s most pressing problems
Some of the South West’s most talented young mathematicians have been honoured for their research into key global issues and...
Two Exeter climate researchers on King’s Birthday Honours List
Two University of Exeter climate researchers have been included in the King’s Birthday Honours List. Professor Peter Cox has been...
Two decades of innovative windstorm research collaboration to continue as WTW-Exeter partnership is renewed
Global insurance broking firmWTW today announced the continuation of its long-standing partnership with the University of Exeter to advance understanding...
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...
Scientists to model the impact of controlling Earth’s temperature by reflecting solar radiation
New research will model the risks and impact of using solar radiation modification (SRM) to build understanding of the radical process...
Unprecedented changes to North Atlantic winds could have major impacts on UK weather
A ground-breaking study reveals that the North Atlantic Oscillation (NAO) could reach unprecedented magnitudes by the end of the century,...
Major new project aims to improve climate models with historical data
How can climate history help us create a more accurate picture of the future climate? A major European consortium, consisting...
Climate change: AMOC likely to withstand future warming
The Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation (AMOC) – a major transporter of heat to the north Atlantic and northwestern Europe –...