Level of microplastic in seabed creatures depends on location and how they feed
The “burden” of plastic within animal species recovered from the seafloor has given scientists a new insight into the environmental...
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Exeter Researchers awarded NIHR Senior Investigator status
Two academics at the University of Exeter have been awarded prestigious National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Senior...
Menopause explains why some female whales live so long
Females of some whale species have evolved to live drastically longer lives so they can care for their families, new...
Students: Sign up to national project creating blueprint for improved mental health at university
On University Mental Health Day (March 14), students are being encouraged to take part in Nurture-U, a national project which...
Genetic condition haemochromatosis linked to higher levels of disease in older people
A largescale new study has found that some people whose genetics are linked to the common iron overload condition haemochromatosis...
Mindfulness adapted to break cycle of depression in adolescents
An innovative new treatment has been adapted at the University of Exeter to help adolescents who have already been treated...
New Digital Health Hub launches in South West England and Wales
Exeter is part of a consortium of universities across the South West of England and Wales that have come together...
More than £7m funding boost for Exeter experts researching women’s reproductive health
More than £7 million in new funding will boost research into women’s reproductive health, after a series of grants were...
New UK-developed test can help predict who will develop type 1 diabetes and unlock treatment
New drugs are emerging for type 1 diabetes (T1D), but they can only be given before a person has a...