Oyster reefs once thrived along Europe’s coasts – now they’re gone
Oysters once formed extensive reefs along much of Europe's coastline – but these complex ecosystems were destroyed over a century...
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School “social structures” perpetuate inequalities for children with disabilities, study says
Social structures in schools perpetuate inequalities against children with developmental disabilities, a new study says. Ways of defining age-level expectations...
University of Exeter to establish new collections facility to safeguard archaeological remains
A new facility that will offer storage of physical remains from ancient humans, animals, and plants to help ease the...
Citizens’ panels help young people with SEND to make their voices heard on the policies that affect their lives, study shows
A new study shows participating in a citizens’ panel can help young people with special educational needs/disabilities to produce new...
Falmouth to host first UK Bluefin Tuna Championship
The inaugural UK Bluefin Tuna Championship will be held in Falmouth this weekend (September 28 & 29). The event is...
‘Invisible forest’ of algae thrives as ocean warms
An “invisible forest” of phytoplankton is thriving in part of our warming ocean, new research shows. Phytoplankton are tiny drifting...
Clean technology mandates can slash prices and carbon emissions to spark cascade of positive tipping points
Governments can start a global cascade of “positive tipping points” to cut prices and carbon emissions by using mandates to...
Leading scientists redefine ‘sustainability’ to save the ocean and feed a hungry and warming planet
Top ocean experts have published a report that redefines the concept of “sustainable fishing” and proposes 11 “golden rules” that...
Unique Exeter events will allow people to immerse themselves in the South West’s rich literary heritage
Unique free events in Exeter this autumn will allow people to immerse themselves in the South West’s literary heritage. Tours...