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University of Exeter Research Highlights How Animal Culture and Social Learning Can Transform Conservation Strategies

(IN BRIEF) A new research publication underscores the importance of social learning and animal culture in conservation, revealing how a wide range of species, from whales to insects, learn and pass on behaviors such as tool use and foraging. This … Read the full press release

Mentoring Initiative for Minority Women in Medical and Health Sciences Shows Positive Impact on Career Progression and Inclusivity

(IN BRIEF) The AIMMS initiative, a mentorship program designed to support minority women in academic medicine and health sciences, has proven to be an effective tool in breaking down barriers and promoting career advancement. Developed by the University of Southampton … Read the full press release

New Study Reveals Alarming Rise in Ketamine Addiction, Highlighting Serious Health Risks and Barriers to Treatment

(IN BRIEF) A new study led by the University of Exeter and University College London (UCL) sheds light on the growing issue of ketamine addiction, revealing significant physical and psychological health problems among users, many of whom are unaware of … Read the full press release

Overfishing Threatens Fish Species That Are Key to Climate Stability and Seabed Health, Research Shows

(IN BRIEF) New research from the University of Exeter highlights the vital role of fish in bioturbation, the process of churning and reworking seabed sediments, which is crucial for maintaining healthy ecosystems and regulating climate change. The study found that … Read the full press release

Exeter Research Collaboration Explores Human Perspective and Awe in Nature

(IN BRIEF) Launching on Earth Day 2025, Perspective Shifts is a new creative research collaboration between the University of Exeter and Falmouth University. Dr Emmylou Rahtz and illustrator Phyllida Bluemel will explore how human perception of scale and awe in … Read the full press release

Dr Rosie Walker of University of Exeter Honored with £125K Award to Advance Dementia Research

(IN BRIEF) Dr Rosie Walker from the University of Exeter’s Psychology department has been honored as an emerging scientific leader under the Academy of Medical Sciences’ largest funding round for early-career researchers, part of a £7.6 million initiative tackling major … Read the full press release

Reviving a Lost Maritime Legacy: Exeter Researchers Collaborate with Indian Boatbuilders to Recreate Historic Chhot Boat

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the University of Exeter have joined forces with local boatbuilders in West Bengal to revive the traditional chhot boat, once famed for its exceptional handling in estuarine waters. Led by Professor John P. Cooper and the … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Drives Key Projects to Decarbonise Healthcare and Support NHS Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool is leading two critical projects focused on decarbonising healthcare. The Greener Trials project, led by Professor Paula Williamson, aims to reduce the carbon footprint of clinical trials through an open science approach, collaborating with … Read the full press release

New Trial Aims to Boost Independence for Older Adults with Heart Failure and Frailty Through Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment

(IN BRIEF) The £2.3 million CHART trial, set to launch in February 2025, will test the impact of Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) in helping older adults with heart failure and frailty maintain or improve their daily activities. The trial aims … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Study Shows Pvolve Exercise Programme’s Significant Health Benefits for Women During Menopause Transition

(IN BRIEF) A study from the University of Exeter has shown that Pvolve, a resistance-based exercise programme endorsed by Jennifer Aniston, offers significant benefits for women going through the menopause transition. The research highlights improvements in hip strength, flexibility, dynamic … Read the full press release

University of Exeter’s Professor Daisy Hay Joins Royal Society of Literature Council to Strengthen Literary Impact

(IN BRIEF) Professor Daisy Hay, a biographer and expert in 18th and 19th-century British literature, has been elected to the Council of the Royal Society of Literature (RSL). Hay, a Fellow of the RSL since 2018, will serve a four-year … Read the full press release

University of Exeter’s New Algorithm Enhances Early Cancer Detection through Blood Test Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has developed a new algorithm for interpreting blood test results, helping GPs detect potential cancer warning signs earlier, particularly through variations in platelet count. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is the … Read the full press release

University of Exeter and Ain Shams University Launch First Russell Group Branch Campus in Africa

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has formed a transformative partnership with Ain Shams University in Cairo to establish the first-ever Russell Group branch campus in Africa. This collaboration will offer globally accredited programs, including undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and … Read the full press release

University of Exeter’s Science of Christmas Event Inspires Young Minds in Cornwall

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter’s annual Science of Christmas event in Cornwall captivated 170 primary schoolchildren with stories from science and engineering. Dr. Johanna Hedlund discussed the mystery of dragonfly migration to Christmas Island, Amy Bray and Maddie Kirby … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Researchers Recognized Among World’s Most Influential in 2024 Rankings

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has achieved significant recognition with 15 of its academics, and four affiliated researchers, included in Clarivate Analytics’ Highly Cited Researchers 2024 report. The rankings highlight individuals whose research, spanning the past decade, has had … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Researchers Receive £400,000 Grant to Advance Innovative Type 1 Diabetes Treatments

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the University of Exeter have been awarded nearly £400,000 from the Type 1 Diabetes Grand Challenge to explore innovative treatments for type 1 diabetes. Led by Dr. Craig Beall and Dr. Tom Piers, the project will … Read the full press release

University of Exeter to Relaunch Historic Mining Engineering Degree Programme

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter is relaunching its undergraduate Mining Engineering degree programme at the Penryn Campus, starting in the 2025/26 academic year. The programme, part of the University’s Engineering 2030 Strategy, is reintroduced by the Camborne School of … Read the full press release