Green hydrogen transition ‘tough but necessary’
A new report highlights the difficulty of kickstarting “green hydrogen” production – an essential step to decarbonising some parts of...
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Killer whales make seaweed ‘tools’ to scratch each other’s backs
Killer whales have been seen detaching lengths of seaweed and using them to massage each other – the first evidence...
Exeter secures £3.3 million grant to investigate treatment and prevention of eczema
A team of researchers led by the University of Exeter have been awarded a £3.3 million grant by the Medical...
Arctic peatlands expanding as climate warms
Peatlands across the Arctic are expanding as the climate warms, new research shows. Scientists used satellite data, drones and on-the-ground...
New test could save lives from deadly fungal infection which spiked during pandemic
A new lateral-flow test could one day save lives across the world through early detection of a deadly fungal disease...
Exeter and UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology sign research agreement
The University of Exeter and the UK Centre for Ecology & Hydrology (UKCEH) have signed an agreement to strengthen their...
New book reveals the historical inspirations for cinemas, streaming services and reality TV
The historical forerunners of IMAX, Netflix, and the PowerPoint presentation can be traced back to the 19th and early 20th...
Few easy wins for House of Commons accessibility but reserved seating and call lists should be considered, research shows
Introducing reserved seating for members with a disability and call lists to make proceedings more predictable would make the Houses...
National award for Devon Resilience Innovation Project
A project working to improve resilience to flooding in 26 communities across Devon has received a prestigious award. The Devon Resilience...