Stem cells shed new light on how the human embryo forms
A new study using stem cell-based models has shed new light on how the human embryo begins to develop, which...
Biosciences
The world’s most powerful anti-fungal chemistries cause fungal pathogens to self-destruct
Scientists have discovered that the most widely-used class of antifungals in the world cause pathogens to self-destruct. The University of...
Trout in mine-polluted rivers are genetically ‘isolated’
Trout living in rivers polluted by metal from old mines across the British Isles are genetically “isolated” from other trout,...
New funding for ‘mini-projects’ to make fashion sustainable
A new network will offer grants of up to £100,000 for “mini-projects” to make sustainable fashion a reality. Future Fibres...
Young whale’s journey highlights threats facing ocean animals
A young whale’s journey across the Mediterranean highlights the many threats facing ocean animals, researchers say. Scientists from Greenpeace and...
Exeter announces new £3.4 million global funding for solutions to antifungal drug resistance
Researchers working on solutions for antifungal resistance are being encouraged to apply to a new £3.4 million fund led by...
Advancing marine biology research through collaboration
The Marine Biological Association (MBA) recently hosted a collaborative meeting with researchers from the University of Exeter to foster a...
British shellfish and seaweed farms could provide valuable habitats for coastal fish species, according to new research
Shellfish and seaweed farming offer potentially sustainable food sources and are increasingly recognised for their additional environmental benefits, but research...
Plastic pollution can kill variety of ocean embryos
High levels of plastic pollution can kill the embryos of a wide range of ocean animals, new research shows. Scientists...