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29 August 2024
< 1 minute to readThe University of Exeter’s Role in Advancing Floating Offshore Wind
The South West of the UK, especially the Celtic Sea, plays a vital role in the nation’s offshore wind capabilities. The University of Exeter, known for its expertise in Wave and Tidal Energy and Floating Offshore Wind (FLOW), is a driving force in achieving the ambitious targets set for 4.4 GW by…
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7 August 2024
2 minutes to readNew education programme to inform schools about our oceans
Despite covering most of our planet’s surface and playing a pivotal role in the climate system, the ocean hardly features on the UK schools’ curricula and is rarely taught in primary schools.
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7 March 2023
4 minutes to readCelebrating women in knowledge exchange
In honour of International Women’s Day 2023, we’re celebrating women who excel in the field of knowledge exchange at the University of Exeter.
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7 June 2022
3 minutes to readInternal launch of the Exeter Research Networks
The Exeter Research Networks was launched on 31st May bringing together research from across the University.
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24 November 2021
3 minutes to readMarine-i project is helping to create Cornwall’s marine industries of the future
Marine-i is a pioneering business support programme between the University of Exeter and five Project Partners that has been designed to foster innovation in the marine technology sector in Cornwall. “Our goal is to help put Cornwall at the forefront of the marine tech industries of the future,” says Professor Lars Johanning,…
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22 November 2021
< 1 minute to readHigh calibre line up announced for Cornwall’s Climate Assembly
In the wake of COP26, the University of Exeter’s Institute of Cornish Studies announces a stellar line up for the Cornwall Climate Assembly on 1st December, where policy makers, researchers and local community members will discuss the big climate issues we need to address in Cornwall, if we are to become more…
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10 November 2021
2 minutes to readCoastal Living Benefits from Exeter University Research Highlighted in UK Chief Medical Officer’s Report
Research on the health benefits of coastal living will be highlighted to Government after University of Exeter experts authored a chapter for the Chief Medical Officer’s annual report. The academics warn that these benefits must not be taken for granted in the face of mounting environmental and social pressures.
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14 June 2021
3 minutes to readMarine-i: Space Data Project Enters New Discovery Phase
A new project aims to bring the precision of space data to renewable energy development and, by reducing various risks, costs and carbon emissions, help the UK quadruple its offshore wind capacity by 2030. The innovative space data project is now underway, bringing together collaboration and expertise from Marine-i, 4 Earth Intelligence…
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21 April 2021
3 minutes to readBreaking Boundaries: Using microscopy to detect microplastics in sea life
A University of Exeter research group has helped to eliminate tonnes of plastic waste entering the sea, improving the health of organisms and the environment.
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3 February 2021
2 minutes to readBreaking Boundaries: Protecting marine biodiversity around the world
University of Exeter research has the protection of marine biodiversity across the world. Researchers at the University of Exeter, along with international collaborators, explored the status, distribution and behaviour of marine vertebrate species which were of commercial or conservational importance.
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8 December 2020
2 minutes to readFertile land from fertile seas
Professor Mike Allen and the PhycoMExUK team are using innovative technologies and hydrothermal processes to turn seaweed biomass into sustainable fertilisers and biofuels.
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7 August 2020
5 minutes to readPlaying politics with World Heritage sites
Our research released today shows the process of ‘In Danger’ listings is being manipulated for political gain. National governments and other groups try to keep sites off the list, with strategies such as lobbying, or partial efforts to protect a site. (Republished from The Conversation)
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28 July 2020
3 minutes to readToo hot to handle? Studying the impact of climate change in the hottest sea in the world!
For this year’s #WorldNatureConservationDay, PhD candidate Hind Mohsen Al Ameri talks about why our warming climate could be driving marine turtles into extinction and why the conservation of nature is vital to life on Earth.
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3 July 2020
2 minutes to readHelping aquaculture businesses save millions by predicting the risks of harmful algal blooms
Marine research led by Dr Ross Brown has uncovered environmental factors that increase the risk of HABs forming, which have been applied to the development of a statistical model, which can predict the risks of HABs developing.
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20 March 2018
< 1 minute to readKTP helps shipping company increase profitability and production
Ship repair and maintenance facilities company, A&P Falmouth, increased their profitability, production facilities and global commercialisation opportunities after working with the University of Exeter.
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14 March 2018
3 minutes to readResearcher in focus: Dr Ceri Lewis
Dr Ceri Lewis is a lecturer in Marine Biology for the College of Life and Environmental Science. She spoke to Lara Cronin about her research into Ocean Acidification, the importance of educational outreach and why she loves the polar regions. Can you tell me about what inspired your interest in Marine Biology? I think I probably…
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3 November 2017
2 minutes to readSecuring investment for product testing
University of Exeter academics have collaborated with Dartmouth Wave Energy to develop a tool that generates electricity by pushing seawater through an onshore turbine.
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26 October 2016
< 1 minute to readA new approach to sustainable fisheries
This new approach to sustainable fishing ensures fish and other seafood are being sustainably caught with minimal damage to the marine environment. University of Exeter academics and students have been working with a new community interest company to develop an alternative approach to supplying sustainable fish. Sole of Discretion works with fishers who…
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10 September 2014
2 minutes to readWorking with Plymouth Marine Laboratory
Fundamental research questions in areas including marine renewables, molecular biology and environment and human health are being addressed by a partnership between the University of Exeter and Plymouth Marine Laboratory (PML) – a marine environment research provider. The University and PML have been working together for a number of years with the…
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