University of East Anglia

(IN BRIEF) The UEA Tennis Club has taken a creative step towards sustainability by donating a large quantity of used tennis balls to Dogs Trust Snetterton in Norfolk. Recognizing the waste generated by their high usage, club members repurposed the … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) At the University of East Anglia, Leo Telford, a second-year Sociology student, and his mother Gemma have co-authored the groundbreaking memoir Between: A Memoir on Gender Transition by a Mother and Her Trans Son, published in February. The … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) A nursing student and two lecturers from the University of East Anglia (UEA) have been recognized in the prestigious Student Nursing Times Awards for their exceptional work in improving care for children, young people, and families. These individuals … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The Sainsbury Centre at UEA has received £1.28 million from Arts Council England to upgrade critical infrastructure, including environmental systems and a goods lift, ensuring the Centre’s continued success in hosting global exhibitions and serving as a hub … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) A University of East Anglia study reveals that the Ross Ice Shelf has been melting more rapidly due to warming ocean waters, with heat transport likely to increase as the climate continues to warm. Data gathered by an … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Professor Philip Baker has been appointed Pro-Vice-Chancellor of UEA’s Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, bringing significant experience in leading medical faculties globally. His appointment aims to strengthen the faculty’s teaching and research capabilities, in close collaboration with … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) A University of East Anglia study found that offering vapes to patients in A&E departments helped boost confidence in quitting smoking. The trial, conducted in six hospitals, showed higher quit rates among those given vape kits versus traditional … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The University of East Anglia (UEA) has received £1.8 million in funding to establish a new research unit focused on gastrointestinal infections, alongside £1 million for the Quadram Institute Bioscience (QIB). Located in Norwich and part of the … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) A new study from the University of Edinburgh and the University of East Anglia suggests that earlier surgical intervention for severe aortic stenosis can improve elderly patients’ quality of life and reduce hospitalizations. The EVOLVED study, involving 224 … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Millie Daviss, a player for the Norwich City Women’s Football Club, has embarked on a new journey as a lecturer at the University of East Anglia (UEA). Starting her academic career, Millie will teach subjects related to academic … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) UEA will host an art exhibition from 30 September to 18 October, showcasing works by South African artist Norman Kaplan, who used his art to protest apartheid. The exhibition, featuring Kaplan’s linocuts and cartoons, will mark the 30th … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The University of East Anglia (UEA) has climbed to 29th place in The Mail University Guide 2025, up from 31st last year. This ranking highlights UEA’s strong performance in research quality, where it ranked 17th. The guide’s unique … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The University of East Anglia (UEA) has begun construction on a new state-of-the-art Anatomy Suite, set to enhance training for healthcare professionals. Located next to the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital, the two-storey facility will offer 390 square … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) From May 18 to October 20, 2024, the Sainsbury Centre will host “The Camera Never Lies: Challenging Images through The Incite Project,” a pivotal exhibition investigating the truth and manipulation in iconic photography. This exhibit will explore the … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Professor Maureen Freely, from the University of Warwick, clinched the Gregg Barrios Book in Translation Prize at the National Book Critics Circle (NBCC) Awards in New York for her translation of Tezer Özlü’s “Cold Nights of Childhood.” Celebrated … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) New research reveals that women experience disruptions in sleep patterns and heightened feelings of anger in the days leading up to their period, shedding light on the intricate relationship between menstrual cycles, emotions, and sleep. Conducted by the … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) A service evaluation conducted by the University of East Anglia unveils a groundbreaking initiative where GPs utilized cameras to photograph skin complaints, sending high-resolution images to dermatologists for review. With over 3,000 patients involved, the innovative service significantly … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The University of East Anglia (UEA) is hosting Refugee Week from March 1st to 8th, featuring two collaborative art exhibitions: “Finding Home in Education” and “Families Beyond Boundaries.” The first exhibition showcases posters created by sanctuary seekers exploring … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) A research program led by the University of East Anglia (UEA) has quantified how climate change risks increase at a national scale with rising global temperatures. Focusing on six countries including Brazil, China, Egypt, Ethiopia, Ghana, and India, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The University of East Anglia (UEA) embarks on “LIMITLESS II,” a £1.1 million endeavor funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), aimed at enhancing mental health support for teenagers living in care. Led by … Read the full press release →