Boat noise affects size and survival skills of reef fish
Coral reef fish that are exposed to motorboat noise grow up smaller and less able to dodge predators, new research...
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Professor David Strain appointed Chief Medical Advisor at Department for Work and Pensions
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has appointed Professor David Strain as its new Chief Medical Advisor Professor Strain – who will...
HRT linked to lower dementia risk in large UK study
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may reduce the risk of dementia, particularly for certain groups of women - according to a...
World’s largest menstrual fluid biobank will transform understanding of menstrual health
A new UK study will seek to help women get faster, better treatment for heavy menstrual bleeding, through creating one...
GCSE success for teenagers taking part in pioneering university and college project to reduce South West “NEET” numbers
Teenagers who took part in a pioneering project led by educational experts to tackle the South West’s “NEET” crisis are...
Health visitor support helps postnatal mothers stay smoke-free
Women who receive health visitor support alongside smoking relapse prevention advice are more likely to remain smoke-free after childbirth, according...
Iconic bluefin tuna tagged in northeast England after returning for first time in 60 years
Atlantic bluefin tuna have recolonised waters off northeast England for the first time in 60 years – and a team of University of Exeter researchers have tagged...
Outdoor Play Research Centre launches at Exeter with landmark study into children’s play
The new Outdoor Play Research Centre has launched at the University of Exeter with a landmark study into children’s play...
Fishing nets main cause of death among Cornwall’s stranded common dolphins
Fishing nets remain the most common cause of death among common dolphins that strand on Cornwall’s coast, new research shows. More than...