Vanishing vultures could have hidden costs for the planet
Falling vulture numbers in the Americas could have serious implications for public health and ecosystems, new research has found. A...
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South West teenagers graduate from prestigious programme designed to inspire a future legal career
Hard-working teenagers from across the South West have celebrated graduating from a prestigious course which gives them the skills and...
Just 30 tree species dominate world’s most diverse savanna
Scientists have found that a mere 30 species of trees in the Cerrado – the world’s largest and most floristically...
Scottish shrimp study illuminates new potential for bait-less fishing
Fishing pots fitted with LED lights catch significantly more shrimp and fish, new research shows. In the new study, by...
First research project funded through new collaborative ‘Grand Challenges’ initiative
A project investigating the potential for probiotics to improve food security and biodiversity in the aquaculture sector has become the...
Lower Hoopern Valley biodiversity enhancements celebrated by community event
Work to enhance the flourishing biodiversity at a local nature site has been celebrated at a vibrant community event. More...
Exeter experts advised on ‘Ocean’ by Sir David Attenborough
University of Exeter researchers gave scientific advice for Ocean – the new film and book by Sir David Attenborough. The...
Coastal mega-cities expose wildlife to ‘relentless’ boat traffic
Coastal mega-cities expose ocean wildlife and habitats to “relentless” boat traffic, new research shows. The study focussed on China’s Greater...
Exeter runner up in ‘SDG teach-in’ which aims to embed sustainability into all education
The University of Exeter has come second in an annual competition to put sustainability at the heart of its educational...