New Critical Minerals Equipment Hub striving to become a gem for the South West economy
A multi-million-pound project that will offer equipment and expertise to businesses in Cornwall’s critical minerals sector has been publicly launched...
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Female hoverflies beat males on long-distance migrations
Male hoverflies are outflown by females when it comes to long-distance migration, new research shows. Marmalade hoverflies leave northern Europe...
University of Exeter expert appointed to panel examining new evidence about bovine TB
A University of Exeter expert has been appointed to a reconvened panel to examine new evidence about bovine TB. The...
Study shows some species are susceptible to broad range of viruses
A study of fruit flies shows some species are highly susceptible to a wide range of viruses. In the study...
Improved treatment timing reduces honey bee losses to Varroa mites
Honey bee mortality can be significantly reduced by ensuring that treatments for the parasitic Varroa mite occur within specific timeframes,...
Exeter alumnus’ beer brand becomes national retailer’s best-seller
A University graduate is celebrating a remarkable business milestone after seeing his ‘apres-ski’ inspired beer brand become a number one...
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...
Speed is key to circular economy transition, reports find
The UK’s transition to a circular economy requires a whole systems approach, according to a new series of reports. The...
Hidden ‘highways’ connect Brazil’s rainforests
Forests flanking Brazil’s rivers act as “highways” that have allowed tree species to move between the Amazon and Atlantic rainforests...