Climate scientists from around the world & key figures from industry and policy are joining us next week for the Exeter Climate Forum. The Forum brings together science, policy and business to improve understanding of climate risks and accelerate action towards a more resilient and positive future.

New research shows that orangutans seek out plants with antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties. Based on 20 years of observations, scientists assessed how often the animals ate plants with known medicinal benefits.

We’re delighted to be able to share some exciting news: We’ve climbed 19 places in the QS World University Rankings 2027, and we’re now ranked 136th globally. This achievement reflects the growing strength of our reputation as one of the world’s top universities. news.exeter.ac.uk/staff-news/e...

New research from large population studies provides invaluable evidence on genome screening of newborn babies to reduce risks from overdiagnosis. The authors conclude that further studies are needed before such screening is rolled out. news.exeter.ac.uk/faculty-of-h...

We're pleased to share that we've secured £6.4m in Government funding to expand our advanced engineering and computing education. This will support the development of the next generation of highly skilled graduates needed by the UK's defence, security and technology sectors. tinyurl.com/2w87cxam

There are fewer than 3 weeks to go until we welcome an incredible range of experts to our Exeter Climate Forum. Book your tickets now at: tinyurl.com/4wnvyu2x

Our monthly downloads are up 49%, our weekly downloads up 48%, and our daily downloads up 151%! Why not join all the listeners who are enjoying Churchill: The Finest Half Hour? open.spotify.com/episode/3c3Y...

Mangroves cover <1% of Earth’s surface but account for a whopping 15% of global ocean carbon storage. New research by scientists @exeter.ac.uk + colleagues shows rising seas might cause mangroves to lose their grip on carbon storage. 🧪 Words by @sarahderouin.com. eos.org/research-spo...

New research from the University of Exeter uses satellite imagery and night-time light data to reveal the scale of Gaza’s economic devastation. news.exeter.ac.uk/faculty-of-e... The study estimates that GDP in Gaza fell by 75% overall, with a 97% collapse in areas most affected by the bombing.

Have you booked your tickets for the Exeter Climate Forum? We have a range of tickets available but sales close on Monday 8th June, so book now to ensure you don't miss out! We have an incredible line up of speakers this year so we look forward to welcoming you. tinyurl.com/4wnvyu2x

If you were a bower bird, what would you bring your mate to impress her? Well, it all depends on whether you're a city dweller or a rural inhabitant. New research shows that city birds gathered larger, more colourful decorations – mostly from human sources – than their more understated rural rivals.

Great news for our University community today as we've maintained our position of 11th in the UK and 2nd in the South West in the Complete University Guide 2027! news.exeter.ac.uk/staff-news/e...

Join us this summer for the Exeter Climate Forum where we're bringing together world-leading climate researchers, businesses, policymakers and young people to shape and engage with the priorities for COP31 and beyond. exeterclimateforum.com/exeter-clima...

Researchers have uncovered a new type of gender gap in the workplace placing women at a disadvantage. In a new study published in International Economic Review, they found that women in leadership roles are judged by results alone whereas male leaders are judged by both results & their intentions

Experts from the University of Exeter and the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and have been awarded £125,000 to lead national research into robotic hernia surgery. news.exeter.ac.uk/faculty-of-h...

Can an evening of immersion and connection to nature help people with chronic pain? Taking place in the Nightingale’s natural habitat, researchers will study volunteers living with chronic pain to see if their experience of listening to and connecting with nature can help alleviate their symptoms.

A finger-prick blood test combined with online brain testing – all done from home – could one day effectively identify people’s risk of developing dementia, according to a new study. tinyurl.com/4p8asduf

We're delighted to announce that our Psychology department is the first in the university to receive an Athena SWAN Gold award – the highest accolade available under the charter to recognise commitment to advancing gender equality.

Experts from our Nature and Climate Impact Team are asking, “Is-It-Choco-Too-Late?” , supporting the launch of a chocolate-themed Swiss watch in Geneva to raise awareness of how flavours like chocolate are at risk from climate change. You can read the full story here

‘We’ve all got some agency to make a difference.’ In this episode of the We Society, Will Hutton is joined by Prof Tim Lenton from @exeter.ac.uk to share his research into positive tipping points & how we can all contribute to accelerating climate action 🎙️ media.leverhulme.ac.uk/podcast/lenton

Listen in to the THE Connect podcast where our Dir of Global Engagement for Public Health & Sports Sciences, Dominic Farris & Biswarup Mukherjee, Associate Professor in the Centre for Biomedical Engineering @iitdelhi.bsky.social discuss how international collaboration advances sports engineering 1/2

Did you know that viruses eavesdrop on each other? And no, this is not an April Fools....

Tickets for this year's Exeter Climate Forum are now on sale, with early bird prices available until 2/4. Join us for 3 days of solutions-focused, interdisciplinary sessions to spark debate, collaboration & the cultivation of evidence-led ways towards a more resilient future. tinyurl.com/yvfmjf5h

Britain’s hazel dormice are getting lighter in spring but fatter in autumn as our climate changes, new research suggests. The study used 30 years of data on the weight of dormice at different times of year. After hibernation, the average weight has declined over time. 1/2

Today we're celebrating great news about the latest prestigious international ranking. We've recorded significant, double-figure improvements across all five broad subject areas in the prestigious 2026 QS World University Rankings by Subject, released today!

Today, the @russellgroup.bsky.social has set out a landmark commitment to help strengthen the NHS and build healthier communities across the UK. Russell Group universities already play a pivotal role in the health of the nation and our communities.

The case of #Theranos has been presented as one of unethical leadership, with the story of the firm’s downfall largely focused on the actions of its CEO and COO, who made misleading claims to attract investment and inflate the company’s valuation.

Bull sharks have friends! New research shows that they form social relationships with specific friends. The study carried out on the Shark Reef Marine Reserve in Fiji with lancasteruni.bsky.social found that rather than mixing at random, sharks have social preferences & choose their social partners.

Great to see our research on bull sharks and their friends in the @washingtonpost.com today 🦈

More potholes means more people wanting to buy larger SUV-type cars (which they believe will be more resilient to potholes), which means heavier cars on the roads which will create more potholes. What's driving this (pun intended)? A very wet winter. 1/2 www.theguardian.com/uk-news/2026...

New research shows that engaging in virtual reality (VR) games may enhance motor performance for young people with dyspraxia. The preliminary study found that a home-based immersive VR game, Beatsaber, improved motor coordination in young people with dyspraxia, also known as DCD.

We will never cease to be blown away by the wildlife on our campus!

Low-cost DNA tests can reveal the range of wildlife living in our seas, according to a new study carried out off the coast of Cornwall. Environmental DNA (eDNA) tests successfully identified European anchovies, Atlantic mackerel and Blue sharks. news.exeter.ac.uk/research/cor...

Listen in to Exeter academic @richardtoye.bsky.social's podcast @finesthalfhour.bsky.social about Winston Churchill.

Research shows how jackdaw chicks learn about predators. Recordings of predator calls were played with adult jackdaw alarm calls or contact calls that indicate no danger. Chicks that heard predator sounds and alarm calls learned to fear the predator while those that heard contact calls did not.

5️⃣ Prof Tim Lenton OBE of @exeter.ac.uk warns that if we shut down the #AMOC ocean current by continuing to burn gas and oil, we could expect winter temperatures of -20°C in London and -30°C in Aberdeen - and an end to growing crops UK. Full talk: www.nebriefing.org/expert-brief... #NEB2025

In the latest episode of the THE Connect podcast, our strategic partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi is discussed, showing how the partnership is driving new collaboration in sport science, sharing resources, expertise & ideas to support India’s rapidly growing sports sector 1/4

Global warming must peak below 2°C then return under 1.5°C as quickly as possible to limit the risk of dangerous “tipping points”, experts say.

As part of #NationalApprenticeshipWeek, @exeter.ac.uk's Jonny Gurr has written a blog for Advancing Access on the enormous value degree apprenticeships bring. Mixing academic study + paid employment, they offer excellent outcomes for graduates - find out more here: t.co/ijTRlFfcxl

When generative AI systems produce false information, this is often framed as AI “hallucinating at us”—generating errors that we might mistakenly accept as true. But a new study argues we should pay attention to a more dynamic phenomenon: how we can come to hallucinate with AI. tinyurl.com/5n6zwuvp

Did you know that our history goes back to 1800s? This #ThrowbackThursday we’re sharing some of our favourite photos from our archives. Which is your favourite? If you want to find out more, take a look at our newly designed timeline: tinyurl.com/bdfcndne#ThrowbackThursday

Women and girls are shaping the future of science - but they remain underrepresented in research worldwide. Today, we celebrate the brilliant women driving sport science and health innovation as part of International Day of Women and Girls in Science. #February11 #EveryVoiceInScience #WomenInSTEM

New paper from @exeter.ac.uk finds that porpoises ‘buzz’ less when boats are nearby. 🐬 Read the full paper - onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/... @rachlenn.bsky.social @vjhobson.bsky.social @uniexecec.bsky.social @exetergses.bsky.social 🦑🌊🧪🌍🌐

Today is #WorldCancerDay and to mark this, we're happy to share that a pilot project to help GPs spot early warning signs of cancer from routine blood tests has now rolled out to 60 GP practices in Devon, and has also launched in Liverpool. news.exeter.ac.uk/fa...

We are set to become a key member of a regional hub for pioneering mental health research following a major investment from the NIHR NIHR has awarded £11 million to create a new Mental Health Research Group, led by the @plymuni.bsky.social.

Moths’ attraction to artificial light, such as streetlights, is common knowledge and has been much studied. But, as many people will have observed, and now new research shows, moths may also remain still if they land near a light, apparently “trapped”. ex.ac.uk/dYy

Join us this summer for the Exeter Climate Forum! Bringing together world-leading climate researchers, businesses, policymakers and young people to shape and engage with the priorities for COP31 and beyond. Early bird tickets are available from Monday, 9th February tinyurl.com/32h4v7nj

Our new video made in collab with South Western Ambulance NHS Foundation Trust shows how tranexamic acid (TXA) is having a major impact in trauma care. Watch here 👉 bit.ly/3LpHpyj #PreHospitalCare #Paramedics #TXA

Today we can share the great news that two of our subject areas feature in the top 100 of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject. Psychology now ranks at 87, with Arts and Humanities at 95, in the ranking of 11 major subject areas.

This week we're launching a digital tool that calculates the environmental footprint of websites at the World Economic Forum. Digital Impact for Species can analyse any website and shows the environmental costs beyond standard carbon dioxide emissions, water and energy consumption speciesimpact.org