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Do you know your sh*t? Exeter research aims to speed up inflammatory bowel disease diagnosis

A research study led by the Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust and the University of Exeter is seeking volunteers to help speed up diagnosis and treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Backed by the ‘Know Your Sh*t’ campaign, the RAPID-IBD study is inviting people with unexplained gut symptoms to take part. It is open to anyone aged 16–49 living in the EX postcode area. Inflammatory bowel disease is an umbrella term for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative…

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The Prem: Northampton 33-33 Exeter – Feyi-Waboso double on return

Immanuel Feyi-Waboso marked his Exeter Chiefs return with two tries, but suffered another injury, as his side staged an astonishing comeback draw at Northampton Saints.The England winger had been out of club rugby since December with a shoulder problem and scored just four minutes into their Prem season opener at Franklin's Gardens.Despite the early blip, Saints seemed to have wrapped up the win by half-time as debutant Edoardo Todaro scored two tries and Alex Coles, Tom Pearson and…

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Nature’s Resources – Exeter Observer

Nature’s Resources – Exeter Observer

Exeter Phoenix is screening Nature’s Resources, a programme of six short animated films about the relationship between humans and non-humans, as part of the Fashion in Film Festival on Saturday 18 October.Introduced by curator Susie Evans, it includes children’s animations from around the world made over the past 100 years.Comicalamities (1928) sees Felix the Cat encounter underwater creatures of the sea, while Russian animation Butterfly (1972) explores a young boy’s relationship with creatures of the air.In How the…

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Devon reorganisation plans criticised by Exeter council leader

Devon reorganisation plans criticised by Exeter council leader

Miles DavisDevon political reporterBBCExeter City Council leader Phil Bialyk wants to see the city expand to form a new unitary authorityPlans to reorganise local government in Devon have been heavily criticised by a rival council leader.All of the district councils and the county council will be abolished and replaced by unitary authorities in the biggest shake-up of local government for 50 years.Devon County Council unveiled its plans on Thursday to create the unitary authority New Devon - retaining…

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Exeter to Help Lead £11.5 Million AI Evidence Project

Exeter academics are playing a leading role in a new £11.5 million AI-driven initiative hoping to transform how governments around the world use research evidence. The Mobilising Evidence Through AI and User-informed Synthesis (METIUS) project will take specific aim at the decision-making process for urgent issues like climate change, education, and public safety. The project is led by Queen’s University, Belfast, in collaboration with the University of Exeter, and supported by NIHR Applied Research Collaboration South West Peninsula (PenARC).…

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Exeter City’s Ilmari Niskanen helps steer young people from crime

An Exeter City footballer hopes to use his own "positive and negative" experiences to encourage young people to stay in education and away from crime.Finnish midfielder Ilmari Niskanen, who was convicted of a drink driving offence in March, is taking part in a new scheme set up by the Exeter City Community Trust.Change Our Path targets 12-18 year-olds identified as being involved in - or at risk of - youth crime and educational disengagement.Niskanen said he wants to…

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Pioneering University-led global sustainability programme celebrated on SDG flag day

Pioneering University-led global sustainability programme celebrated on SDG flag day

The impact of a collaborative international programme co-led by the University, which enables students to tackle real-world sustainability challenges, has been hailed on SDG Flag Day. The Future17 SDG Programme is a pioneering international initiative that connects students across six continents with real-world challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Delivered in partnership by QS Quacquarelli Symonds and Exeter, Future17 is backed by innovative businesses, NGOs, and start-ups who bring their challenges and opportunities for…

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Early changes during brain development may hold the key to autism and schizophrenia

Researchers at the University of Exeter have created a detailed temporal map of chemical changes to DNA through development and aging of the human brain, offering new insights into how conditions such as autism and schizophrenia may arise. The team studied epigenetic changes – chemical tags on our DNA that control how genes are switched on or off. These changes are crucial in regulating the expression of genes, guiding brain cells to develop and specialise correctly. One important…

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Award-winning cyber law resource has 2025 update

Experts from around the world have worked together to expand a unique resource that helps countries, militaries, and academics understand how international law applies to cyber activities. The new material explores issues such as the peaceful settlement of cyber disputes, accountability for crimes against humanity committed through cyber means, and data collection in occupied territory. By combining new scenarios with updated incidents and national positions, the annual update ensures that the Cyber Law Toolkit remains a trusted reference…

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Exeter’s success in supporting local regeneration recognised in national assessment

The University of Exeter’s firm  commitment to working with regional businesses to stimulate local regeneration been recognised in a comprehensive national assessment. New data from the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF), produced by Research England, is a landmark tool that helps universities and policymakers understand how higher education is driving forwards to achieve economic growth and societal benefit across England. Now in its fifth year, KEF shines  a light on how different universities collaborate with businesses, communities, and public…

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New season a chance for Exeter Chiefs ‘reset’ – Rob Baxter

Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter said the new Gallagher Prem season is a chance for his side to have a "reset" after last year's poor campaign.The Chiefs finished second from bottom, winning just four matches, as they recorded the worst top-flight season in their history. It was the fourth successive season that Exeter failed to reach the Premiership final, having reached the previous six.Long-serving coaches Ali Hepher and Rob Hunter have left the club, while a number of…

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Eight Devon fundraisers are finalists in BBC’s Make a Difference

Eight Devon fundraisers are finalists in BBC’s Make a Difference

BBCOarsome Foursome raised £1,000 for YMCA ExeterEight local fundraisers who embraced their own hobbies to raise nearly £100,000 for local organisations are finalists in BBC Radio Devon's Make A Difference Awards.Kayaking the Exe, climbing Everest, swimming in the North and South Poles and baking have raised thousands of pounds for charities across the county.Jamie Lake climbed Everest to support others living with Huntingdon's Disease, while Adam Baker and Charlie Fleury swam in the North and South Poles for…

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