University of East Anglia

The Brexit referendum and surrounding policy uncertainty has resulted in a significant drop in mergers and acquisitions (M&A) activity in the UK, according to researchers at the University of East Anglia (UEA). NORWICH, 09-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — In the 11 months … Read the full press release →

Insufficient resources to maintain the electoral register, plan for the poll and encourage voters to participate could ultimately threaten the democratic process, according to new research from the University of East Anglia (UEA) and ClearView Research. NORWICH, 09-Jun-2017 — /EuropaWire/ … Read the full press release →

NORWICH, 12-May-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Historical, political and social relationships are holding back Indonesia’s ability to attract private investment in climate mitigation projects, according to an academic at the University of East Anglia (UEA). Indonesia is one of the largest greenhouse … Read the full press release →

NORWICH, 12-May-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — The University of East Anglia (UEA) is holding a free public meeting on Thursday 11 May to discuss the question “Is the Boat Full?”, looking at the relationship between immigration, austerity, inequalities and political attitudes. “The … Read the full press release →

NORWICH, 30-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Scientists have discovered a new mechanism involved in the creation of paired light particles, which could have significant impact on the study of quantum physics. Researchers at the University of East Anglia (UEA) have shown that … Read the full press release →

NORWICH, 30-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — If you’re a keen amateur film-maker, you’ve the chance to demonstrate your skills and win £250 in this year’s East Anglian Film Archive (EAFA) Mash-up competition. The archive is owned and run by the University of … Read the full press release →

NORWICH, 30-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — A new study involving the University of East Anglia (UEA) has revealed for the first time the global scale of premature deaths related to air pollution from international trade. Each year millions of people die prematurely … Read the full press release →

NORWICH, 30-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Two young adventurers have just completed the expedition of a lifetime, walking from the UK to Nepal to raise £11,000 for the Annie’s Challenge charity. Henry Dunham, a University of East Anglia (UEA) graduate from Framlingham, … Read the full press release →

New research involving UEA has revealed for the first time that flower-rich habitats are key to enhancing the survival of bumblebee families between years. Norwich, England, 16-Mar-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — The results, which come from the largest ever study of its … Read the full press release →

LIVERPOOL, 21-Feb-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Researchers from the University of Liverpool have found that the annual number of estimated number of norovirus cases annually in the UK is approximately 800,000 greater than previously estimated. Norovirus is the commonest cause of gastrointestinal … Read the full press release →

LONDON, 18-Oct-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — The haunting stories of Turkish women who were married off as children – and their fears of the same fate for girls today – will be told for the first time in a documentary premiering in … Read the full press release →

A new initiative led by the University of East Anglia (UEA) and Queen’s University Belfast will help food producers in Northern Ireland to identify opportunities in the marketplace and to develop their competitiveness. NORWICH, 25-May-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — The project, launched … Read the full press release →

The idea of climate change turning the UK into a viable wine-making region may have boosted the industry in recent years. But cold snaps, sharp frosts and downpours threaten productivity – according to University of East Anglia research. Norwich, UK, … Read the full press release →

Leading scientists from the Norwich Research Park and around the UK are working with Indian officials to tackle global food shortages and increase crop yields. NORFOLK, UK, 01-Mar-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on 24 … Read the full press release →

In 2016, the BNP Paribas Foundation is launching a new call for projects in Europe, with the aim of selecting 4-7 research projects that will increase our understanding about the climate, climate change and their consequences for our environment and … Read the full press release →

Migratory birds that are ‘set in their ways’ could be more vulnerable to environmental impacts – according to new research from the University of East Anglia (UEA). NORFOLK, 29-Jan-2016 — /EuropaWire/ — Many species of migratory birds are in decline as … Read the full press release →

Research from the University of East Anglia has found that people’s honesty varies significantly between countries. Norwich, UK, 17-11-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — It also suggests that honesty is less important to a country’s current economic growth than during earlier periods in history. The … Read the full press release →

Argyll, Scotland,  9-10-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — The Scottish Association for Marine Science (SAMS) has been announced as a partner in a £2.5m Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) in the use of ‘robotic’ smart and autonomous observation systems (SAOS) for the … Read the full press release →

New research from the University of East Anglia could one day help build computers from DNA. NORFOLK, UK, 20-8-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — Scientists have found a way to ‘switch’ the structure of DNA using copper salts and EDTA (Ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid) … Read the full press release →

China’s carbon emissions have been substantially overestimated by international agencies for more than 10 years, according to research co-led by the University of East Anglia.  NORFOLK, UK, 20-8-2015 — /EuropaWire/ — From 2000-2013 China produced 2.9 gigatonnes less carbon than previous … Read the full press release →