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Professor Fleming receives prestigious award
Professor Lora Fleming received the prestigious Bruun Medal last week, recognising her outstanding work in the field of oceans and human health.
Beyond Greenspace results released
The findings from a two-year in-depth investigation into how different types of green space can affect health have been released today.
Scientists and Surfers team up to assess antibiotic resistance
Microbiologists to shed light on how surfers might be affected by antibiotic resistant bacteria.
Research shows all natural environments are not equal
Different types of green space are likely to have varying effects on health and wellbeing, according to new research.
Public urged to take part in final part of health survey
Scientists in Cornwall are making a final appeal for people to take part in research that will shed light on the health effects of marine pollution.
Antibiotic resistance risk for coastal water users
New research shows swimmers and surfers are at risk of exposure to antibiotic resistant bacteria.
Rivers could be major source of antibiotic resistance
New research has found that waste water treatment works can increase the levels of antibiotic resistance in rivers and streams.
Sunlight and vitamin D levels higher for coastal populations
People living close to the coast in England have higher vitamin D levels than inland dwellers, according to a new study published in the journal Environment International.
UK must learn from US fracking says review
The UK should look to lessons learned in the United States to inform its shale gas policy, in order to avoid a number of environmental pitfalls.
New study will examine environmental antibiotic resistance
A new £1.2million research project is hoping to boost our understanding of how pollution can promote environmental antibiotic resistance.
Energy efficient homes linked to asthma
New research shows the drive for energy efficient homes could increase asthma risks, as residents fail to heat and ventilate their properties.
Drugs in the environment found to affect plant growth
New study finds drugs in the environment impact plant growth.