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Take part in second wave of health survey
21 Aug 2014
Scientists in Cornwall are making a second appeal for people to take part in research that will shed light on the health effects of marine pollution.
Research is key weapon in tackling antibiotic resistance
30 Jul 2014
Research at the European Centre for Environment & Human Health is part of an unprecedented cross council collaboration to tackle the rising threat of antibiotic resistance. For the first time, all seven UK research councils have come together to co-ordinate the work of their teams.
Study reveals how gardens could help dementia care
15 Jul 2014
A new study at the Centre has revealed how gardens could provide promising therapeutic benefits for patients suffering from dementia.
eHealth business partnerships available
14 Jul 2014
The Centre is currently looking for businesses to partner in research that will explore older people’s experiences of using technology.
Professor Fleming wins international research prize
25 Jun 2014
Professor Lora Fleming has been awarded the 2013 Delcroix Prize for her outstanding research in the field of oceans and human health.
Pioneering study examines sight loss and physical activity
25 Jun 2014
New research from University of Exeter and Loughborough University academics has found that a number of factors are preventing older people with sight loss from participating in physical activity.
Places left on MSc course – bursaries available!
5 Jun 2014
Places are still available on our MSc Environment and Human Health programme, with full time students eligible for a bursary of up to £3,000.
Ageing research will be brought to life on stage
30 May 2014
A new collaboration with performing arts company Theatrescience is hoping to bring the Centre’s research into active ageing to life.
Scientists call for public to report their health
29 May 2014
New research aims to understand health risks of beaches; scientists call for members of the public to report their health.
Research collaboration wins at national housing awards
9 May 2014
A unique research partnership between the Centre and two Cornish businesses has won a National Housing Federation community impact award.
New environment and health partnership launched
30 Apr 2014
A new research partnership, the Health Protection Research Unit, is aiming to identify the health effects of environmental change.
Collaboration sheds light on emerging pathogen
23 Apr 2014
New research has shed light on the prevalence of infections of Staphylococcus pseudintermedius, a pathogen normally linked to dog bites.