University of Exeter celebrates South West cinema success with online public film festival
An online film festival showcasing movies and documentaries that comment upon creative life in Devon and Cornwall opens today (Monday 1 December). DxC will feature works past and present from regional directors, with the theme of Southwest Crossings: Journeys Through…
Funding agencies can end profit-first science publishing
Funding organisations can fix the science publishing system – which currently puts profit first and science second – according to new research. The new paper says the current relationship between researchers, funders and commercial publishers has created a “drain” –…
‘If we wait, it will be too late’: Hundreds of scientists sign urgent climate declaration
In the wake of the COP30 climate change conference, more than 500 scientists have signed an urgent declaration, stating: “The planet’s future hangs in the balance.” COP30 ended with almost every country in the world signing an agreement called the…
“Exploitative” online money gaming in India causing financial, health and social harm, analysis shows
“Exploitative” online money gaming in India is harming people’s financial and mental health and causing deep social problems, a new study shows. The analysis says new legislation which bans these games is constitutionally defensible and justified. It highlights how the…
Transatlantic philanthropy secures renowned scholar at the University of Exeter
A prestigious new academic position has been founded at the University of Exeter thanks to a significant act of philanthropy. A donation by Canadian philanthropist Sajjad Ebrahim has enabled the University to establish the Imam Sajjad Chair in Shi‘i Studies…
Experts analyse extraordinary wartime career of Winston Churchill in new podcast
The extraordinary career of Winston Churchill and the events which led to him becoming Britain’s leader during World War Two are the focus of a fascinating new podcast. Churchill: The Finest Half Hour brings together two leading international academic experts…
University of Exeter to support businesses in Somerset with new ‘Innovation Hub’
The University of Exeter is reaching into Somerset to support businesses and economic growth through the launch of a new Innovation Hub. The Somerset Innovation Hub, led by Exeter Innovation in collaboration with Somerset Council and SETsquared Bath, will help businesses across Somerset harness innovation,…
Unique Nursing degree apprenticeship offers 15-month route to degree
A unique new Degree Apprenticeship to upskill Nursing Associates to become Registered Nurses in 15 months is launching at the University of Exeter. Subject to approval by the Nursing and Midwifery Council, the earn-while-you-learn programme will blend work-based practice with flexible online and in-person learning, and will empower apprentices…
Exeter delivers on global stage at COP30
The University of Exeter played a significant role at COP30 as it aimed to help combat climate change through its world-leading climate science. Highlights from the University’s packed itinerary in Belem included the launch of the Global Carbon Budget, the leading academic authority…
Degree apprenticeships at Exeter win two Tech South West Awards
The University of Exeter won in the ‘Commitment to Diversity’ and ‘Supporting Talent’ categories for its degree apprenticeship programmes at last week’s Tech South West Awards. Exeter was singled-out by judges at a glittering awards ceremony at Sandy Park for…