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University researchers ranked among the most influential in the world

November 12, 2025 Andrew Merrington

Scientists at the University of Exeter have been ranked among the most influential and respected in the world according to...

Extra defence investment essential to maintain a durable defence culture, experts warn

November 12, 2025 Kerra Maddern

Critical defence challenges mean the Government must invest in people so that they can develop the skills and knowledge to...

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Shouting at seagulls could stop them stealing your food

November 12, 2025 Russell Parton

Shouting at seagulls makes them more likely to leave your food alone, research shows. University of Exeter researchers put a...

Scientists find evolutionary explanation for “irrational” Dread Risk behaviour

November 11, 2025 Andrew Merrington

The evolution of the so-called Dread Risk response has been explained by new scientific research. People often respond to low-probability,...

Exeter to help UK school pupils learn about LGBT+ scientists

November 10, 2025 Russell Parton

University of Exeter experts have produced free educational resources championing the achievements of LGBT+ individuals working in maths and science...

UK and Brazilian schools to partner on collaborative climate education programme

November 10, 2025 Andrew Merrington

Schools Across the Ocean to be showcased at COP30 alongside Nature Poetry and Climate Cards Schools from the UK and...

Green glory as University wins national sustainability awards

November 7, 2025 Andrew Merrington

An inspirational geography scholar, a student ambassador driving positive change, and the University’s commitment to honest and transparent reporting have...

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Exeter involved in new centre offering specialist rehabilitation to hundreds of patients every year

November 7, 2025 Tom Seymour

The country’s first NHS National Rehabilitation Centre (NRC), which aims to transform national and international research and innovation for specialist...

Agreement renewal strengthens research, education and patient benefits in Cornwall

November 4, 2025 Louise Vennells

A partnership between the University of Exeter and the Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) has been renewed, strengthening a...