New podcast considers space exploration’s impact on the Moon, Earth and humanity
A new podcast exploring the environmental, scientific and cultural significance of the Moon has been released by the University of Exeter’s No one’s...
Research news
Bill Douglas Cinema Museum awarded ‘Designation’ status by Arts Council England
The Bill Douglas Cinema Museum, the University of Exeter’s public museum of film and moving image, has been awarded Designation...
Dr Rachael Miller awarded ERC Starting Grant
Dr Rachael Miller (Harrison) has been awarded a five-year £1.25 million European Research Council (ERC) Starting Grant for a groundbreaking...
Old-growth tropical forests bear lasting legacy of ancient Maya civilisation
Rainforests in Central America that have remained largely untouched by modern human activities could bear the invisible imprint of ancient...
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...
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...