Landmark UK Biobank epigenetics study will reveal impact of genes and environment on health
A major epigenetics study using samples from UK Biobank will unlock new insights into the biological basis of human health...
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University of Exeter hosts landmark ENSURE joint centre workshop with CUHK
The power and potential of collaborative research focused on sustainable development has been showcased and discussed at a landmark two-day...
First microlasers capable of detecting individual molecules and ions could one day aid diagnosis
Scientists have created the first microlasers capable of detecting individual molecules and even single atomic ions, a breakthrough that could...
Engineered moths could replace mice in research into “one of the biggest threats to human health”
A scientific breakthrough not only promises faster testing for antimicrobial resistance, but also an ethical solution to the controversial issue...
Exeter’s key role in developing quantum sensors to improve medical diagnoses and navigation
The University of Exeter is leading the UK part of a new multi-million-pound collaborative project developing next generation quantum sensing...
Launch of new Exeter-Tsinghua Centre for Cellular Life
The University of Exeter and Tsinghua University have strengthened and expanded their long-standing strategic partnership with the launch of the...
Exeter researchers awarded £3.5M Wellcome Discovery Award to uncover how cells communicate during development
Researchers at the Living Systems Institute (LSI), University of Exeter, in collaboration with scientists of the University of Manchester, have been...
How cilia choreograph their “Mexican wave”, enabling marine creatures to swim
New research has unravelled the mystery of how microscopic cilia coordinate to move and propel marine creatures through water. Cilia...
Multi-million project to ‘crack the code’ of cilia – tiny structures with big impact on human health
An international team of researchers, led by the University of Exeter, have been awarded a Wellcome Discovery Award grant of...