New research reveals ancient alliance between woody plants and microbes has potential to protect precious peatlands
As the climate warms and regional drying becomes more frequent, peatlands – some of the planet’s most important carbon sinks...
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Research shows social divides in how Germans use and perceive Generative AI
A new study reveals that Germans are deeply divided in how they perceive the rise of Generative Artificial Intelligence (GenAI),...
Female election candidates less likely to be retweeted and receive media coverage, study shows
Female candidates in recent UK General Elections were less likely to be retweeted than male candidates and less likely to...
Climate interventions to save our oceans need stronger governance
Climate interventions are accelerating in our oceans – but without responsible governance, they could do more harm than good, according...
Exeter hosts senior Tsinghua delegation for joint institute leadership discussions
The strategic vision of a landmark initiative in global humanities was the focus of a visit from one of the...
Prestigious fellowship funds research into good speech in Christianity
The nature of ‘good’ speech and how today’s debates around freedom of speech and abusive public discourse are influenced by...
Exeter’s key role in biggest physical activity guidance update for cystic fibrosis in a decade
The European Cystic Fibrosis Society has released updated advice on how best to measure physical activity in people living with...
VR nature scenes reduce sensitivity to pain – especially for those who feel present during the experience
Immersing in virtual reality (VR) nature scenes helped relieve symptoms that are often seen in people living with long-term pain,...
High-elevation tropical forest soils in Colombian Andes are rich in carbon from past fires
The soil in high-elevation, cooler, drier tropical forests in the Colombian Andes stores more carbon from fires than lower, warmer...