New research finds pangolins in Africa hunted for food rather than illicit scales trade
One of the world’s most endangered mammals is being hunted in West Africa for the quality of its bushmeat and...
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Three Exeter experts on REF 2029 panels
Three University of Exeter academics have been appointed to prestigious Research Excellence Framework (REF) panels. REF is the UK’s system...
Science students develop interest in arts following brief intervention
Psychologists have designed a intervention to help students who see themselves as ‘science people’ to branch out and develop an...
Exeter researcher receives Frontiers Planet Prize honour
An Exeter academic has been recognised by the Frontiers Planet Prize for providing a breakthrough to an important environmental issue....
Nature market launched to support Cornwall’s environment and landowners
Cornwall’s businesses and organisations can now invest in environmental improvements across the county through a new ‘nature market’, which utilises...
Tree planting is still the best way to remove carbon – despite climate and economic risks
Tree planting can be the most cost-effective way of removing carbon as long as careful choices are made about which...
Restoring wildlife areas in wealthy nations could drive extinctions in species-rich regions, experts warn
Some efforts to preserve or rewild natural habitats are shifting harmful land use to other parts of the world –...
Exeter alumnus’ beer brand becomes national retailer’s best-seller
A University graduate is celebrating a remarkable business milestone after seeing his ‘apres-ski’ inspired beer brand become a number one...
Speed is key to circular economy transition, reports find
The UK’s transition to a circular economy requires a whole systems approach, according to a new series of reports. The...