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Exeter Marine @exetermarine.bsky.social · 4h

New research has shown that this googly-eyed scarecrow can help save threatened seabirds from getting caught in fishing nets by around two thirds! Full paper - conbio.onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/... @fishtekmarine.bsky.social @rspb.bsky.social @exeter.ac.uk #seabirds 🦑🐟🧪🌍🌐🦤🐧

A “floating scarecrow”, which is a rotating metal object with two large googly eyes for use at sea. Text overlaid reads “what does this strange object have to do with seabirds?” An inset image in the bottom right shows some guillemots.

A “floating scarecrow”, which is a rotating metal object with two large googly eyes for use at sea. Text overlaid reads “scientists have developed a floating scarecrow designed to protect threatened seabirds from bycatch in gillnet fisheries”

A drone shot of a boat at sea. Two inset images of the floating scarecrow and a “scary bird” kite which is a kite shaped like a large predatory bird. Overlaid text reads “alongside an alternative deterrent technique called a scarybird kite these devices can decrease the risk of guillemots and razorbills being caught in nets by around two thirds.”

The floating scarecrow at sea. Text overlaid reads “to find out more about this study visit news.exeter.ac.uk read the full paper: doi.org/10.1111/con4.70082. Horton et al (2026) Conservation Letters.

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 29/09/2026

A fellowship is more than funding - our new Fellowship Hub helps researchers build strong applications and successful careers with bespoke guidance, training and support, while our new Fellows’ Network fosters connection and builds community. exeter.ac.uk/research/fellowships

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 28/09/2026

Are you thinking about postgraduate study? Come and join us for our Explore Postgraduate events on 9 October at our St Luke's Campus and on 6 November at our Streatham Campus. Find out more and book your spot: St Luke's Campus: ow.ly/5vPK50ZIxQ7 Streatham Campus: ow.ly/OXfP50ZIxQ8

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 24/09/2026

Congratulations to Prof Kevin Gaston who has been awarded honorary membership of the British Ecological Society. Prof Gaston, whose work includes biodiversity, conservation biology & ecosystem services, was the founding Director of our Environment & Sustainability Institute ow.ly/OUxh50ZQT7n

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Professor Kevin Gaston awarded honorary membership of British Ecological Society

University of Exeter researcher Professor Kevin Gaston has been awarded honorary membership of the British Ecological Society (BES) – the highest honour given by the society. Announcing the winners of its annual awards and prizes, BES

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 23/09/2026

Extreme Medieval Sports? The iconic chivalric spectacle of jousting and mock battles is to be the focus of a first-ever comprehensive archaeological study. The research will explore some of the locations and landscapes that staged these ‘extreme sports’ of the Middle Ages. ow.ly/MrVP50ZQAR5

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Researchers to conduct first comprehensive archaeological study of extreme medieval sports

The medieval tournament – the iconic chivalric spectacle of jousting and mock battles – is to be the focus of a first-ever comprehensive archaeological study. The 30-month project at the University of Exeter will break

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 21/09/2026

Personalised programmes designed to reduce falls in older people may actually make no difference to how often people fall. A Cochrane review found that programmes tailored to individual risk probably make no difference to how often people fall or the risk of falling. ow.ly/Nrho50ZPzRm

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 18/09/2026

We're delighted to be ranked in the top 20 in both The Guardian and The Times and Sunday Times League Tables 2027.

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 10/09/2026

Our new report with The Earthshot Prize is published today and reveals 51 environmental solutions that can trigger rapid and transformative change to repair our planet within the next five years. greenfuturessolutions.com/news/tipp…

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 10/09/2026

The Future Jobs roadmap is here and we're proud to have hosted one of the conversations that shaped it. Built by Universities UK it sets out practical actions to match graduate skills with what employers and the economy need, now and in the future. ow.ly/Y2ip50ZL8YP #FutureJobs

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 03/09/2026

Congratulations to Judith Green, Emeritus Professor in Social and Political Sciences, Philosophy, and Anthropology, and Climent Quintana-Domeque, Professor of Economics, who have been elected as Fellows of the Academy of Social Sciences. ow.ly/2L9p50ZIKoi

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University of Exeter News @uniofexeternews.bsky.social · 30/08/2026

"Ask some open questions, instead of interrogating them. Ask what made you smile today? Or who did you play with at lunchtime?" - Dr Will Shield from the @exeter.ac.uk School of Education has some advice for parents and children ahead of the start of the new term🍎🎒 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

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Six ways parents could make the return to school a little easier

Parenting experts give their top tips on how to make sure back-to-school runs as smoothly as possible.

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 28/08/2026

Please note that our offices will be closed over the August Bank Holiday weekend. We’ll be back online at 9am on Tuesday 1st September.

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 27/08/2026

In the largest study of its kind, researchers have found that use of HRT may reduce the risk of dementia. They followed more than 180k postmenopausal women in the UK and found that women who had used HRT had a 16% lower risk of developing Alzheimer’s. ow.ly/YXbW50ZFZab

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HRT linked to lower dementia risk in large UK study

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may reduce the risk of dementia, particularly for certain groups of women - according to a study from the University of East Anglia and the University of Exeter.Researchers followed more than

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University of Exeter Doctoral College @doctoralexeter.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Images of Research Competition – opens 31st August! Test your skills at communicating your research to a non-specialist audience. The challenge – only 150 words and a single image to do it! Open to all @exeter.ac.uk PGRs and ECRs! Full details👉 tinyurl.com/phxawzmd #IoR2026 #NPAW2026

Winning Image for Images of Research 2025 Competition- meerkat grooming a warthog. Image by Leela Channer.

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National Trust Research @ntresearch.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

'The initiative was created to address complex environmental and societal challenges that no single organisation could solve alone.' Discover how research done through the @nationaltrust.org.uk's partnership with @exeter.ac.uk is making a difference for people and nature: tinyurl.com/4kx3kkan

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KE Awards 2025 Case Study | Shaping Landscapes for People and Nature to Thrive: A Strategic Partnership - Knowledge Exchange UK

Learn how Exeter and the National Trust are driving nature recovery, biodiversity and climate resilience across the UK.

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University of Exeter News @uniofexeternews.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Lee Elliot Major, @exeter.ac.uk Professor of Social Mobility, spoke to the BBC Today programme about GCSEs and the impact of young people having to resit exams www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

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Today - 20/08/2026 - BBC Sounds

News and current affairs, including Sports Desk, Weather and Thought for the Day.

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 20/08/2026

Earlier this summer, world-leading climate researchers, businesses and policymakers gathered to shape and engage with global climate strategy at the Exeter Climate Forum. We're looking forward to next year's forum, so sign up for early bird tickets at exeterclimateforum.com

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 18/08/2026

Iconic bluefin tuna have been tagged in NE England after returning for first time in 60 years. In the 1930s Scarborough was a globally famous destination for big game fishing, but by the 1960s the fish had disappeared due to overfishing and the depletion of herring shoals. ow.ly/lHXS50ZALKA

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Iconic bluefin tuna tagged in northeast England after returning for first time in 60 years

Atlantic bluefin tuna have recolonised waters off northeast England for the first time in 60 years – and a team of University of Exeter researchers have tagged these iconic fish for the first time ever. In the 1930s Scarborough was a globally

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 13/08/2026

Congratulations on your results! We can’t wait to welcome you to Exeter in September 💚 If you didn’t quite get the grades you were expecting, don’t worry – we have some places available in clearing, so please take a look at our website to find out more and to apply. ex.ac.uk/eaU

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 12/08/2026

We've achieved an unprecedented 3 Exceptional ratings from Ofsted for our Degree Apprenticeships! We were awarded the grade for our Leadership & Governance, Achievement, and Participation & Development, and are the first skills provider in England to score so highly under Ofsted’s revised system.

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#HigherEducationPostcard @hepostcard.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

"This is our rugby team from Coll. I don't know whether you recognise the ruffian there standing at the end" @exeter.ac.uk #HigherEducationPostcard

An old monochrome picture postcard showing a rugby team posed for a team photograph, with two be-suited men at either end

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Moorland Association @moorlandassoc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

'We are managing our landscapes to be more flammable'. Professor Claire Belcher from @exeter.ac.uk shares her damning verdict on today's BBC World at One as she discusses the wildfires that are currently raging across Britain. Listen to the full feature - link is in reply (starts at 6m 27s).

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 13/07/2026

Congratulations to all our students who are graduating this week! We are delighted to welcome you back to Exeter to enjoy your graduation with your family and friends. We can’t wait to celebrate your incredible achievements – we are extremely proud of you. Congratulations! 🎓

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 06/07/2026

Academics are calling on the government to introduce regulation to ban toxic chemicals from period projects as they launch the one of the world’s largest-ever conferences into menstruation. news.exeter.ac.uk/faculty-of-h...

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 22/06/2026

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.

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 18/06/2026

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.

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 18/06/2026

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...

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 17/06/2026

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...

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Large-scale population studies needed to reduce risks from newborn genome screening

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 10/06/2026

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

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University of Exeter secures £6.4 million investment to expand advanced engineering, computing and defence-related skills

The University of Exeter has secured £6.4 million in Government funding to expand advanced engineering and computing education, supporting the development of the next generation of highly skilled grad...

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 10/06/2026

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

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Richard Toye @richardtoye.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

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...

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Eos @eos.org · 05/06/2026

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...

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Mangroves May Be Losing Their Grip on Carbon Storage as Sea Levels Rise - Eos

Locally, mangroves can sometimes adapt to rising seas, but global trends look troubling.

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 05/06/2026

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.

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Measuring light shows Gaza’s economy collapsed by 75%

A new method of calculating the economic impact of war on economies shows that three-quarters of Gaza’s economy was wiped out in the first year of the Israel-Hamas war. Previous efforts to calculate t...

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 03/06/2026

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

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 03/06/2026

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.

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 21/05/2026

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...

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 19/05/2026

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

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 14/05/2026

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.

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Can an evening of immersion and connection to nature help people with chronic pain?

An awe-inspiring event aims to discover if the Nightingale’s famous song and the combination of music and nature can help people with chronic pain. Taking place on the evening of May 21 in the Nightin...

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 30/04/2026

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.

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 17/04/2026

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

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‘Save the Flavors’ campaign calls time on climate change in Switzerland

Researchers have teamed up with a Swiss watchmaker and an ice-cream firm to raise awareness of how flavours such as chocolate are at risk from climate change. Academic experts from the University of Exeter’s Nature and Climate Impact Team are posing the

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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · 08/04/2026

‘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

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 02/04/2026

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

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 01/04/2026

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

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 26/03/2026

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

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 25/03/2026

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

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 25/03/2026

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!

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University of Exeter @exeter.ac.uk · 24/03/2026

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.

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