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Take part in survey about health risks of freshwater bathing

4 Jun 2025

Researchers are taking a ‘health snapshot’ to understand the risks of bathing in rivers and lakes.

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My experience: The Royal Society Pairing Scheme

28 May 2025

Dr Jo Garrett reflects on her time in Westminster with Jayne Kirkham MP - how do we link science and policy?

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WHO report on nature-based solutions launched

22 May 2025

We’ve worked with the World Health Organization to review interventions that can benefit both people and planet.

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Policy brief highlights barriers to business in Cornwall

21 May 2025

New guidance is aiming to overcome the issues facing low-income households when starting new enterprises.

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Green spaces linked with less smoking and drinking

14 May 2025

People who live in greener neighbourhoods smoke and drink less according to data from 18 countries.

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Sensors for Healthy Homes resource launched

13 May 2025

The illustrated website explains how indoor environmental sensors can support health and wellbeing.

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Fostering creative societies

22 Apr 2025

Three of our early career researchers share reflections from an exciting GW4 programme focused on leadership, networking, and creative thinking.

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Could reviving frozen microbes benefit health?

9 Apr 2025

Novel study explores implications of bringing microbial communities back to life from frozen archives.

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Wild swimming boosts mental health more than open air pools

25 Mar 2025

Research spanning 19 countries suggests natural settings can enhance the effects of swimming outdoors.

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Centre researcher joins UK Parliament for the week

24 Mar 2025

Dr Jo Garrett joins Parliament and the world of politics this week as part of the annual Royal Society Pairing Scheme.

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Can nature help to ‘hack yourself healthy’?

18 Mar 2025

TV presenter Julia Bradbury recently took a closer look at the Centre's research for her upcoming book.

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Watching nature scenes can reduce pain, new study shows

13 Mar 2025

Neuroimaging research reveals virtual nature can ease pain – by reducing the brain activity linked to pain perception.

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