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Cornish business boost from more than £500,000 of University of Exeter led grants and research
Since 2016, the European Centre for Environment and Human Health (ECEHH) – which is part of the University of Exeter in Cornwall – has supported more than 150 businesses in…
Pioneering research into sensor technology could help identify households at increased risk of mould
A new approach to monitoring conditions inside homes could enable landlords and property managers to make swift interventions in households at risk of mould and fuel poverty. The University of…
OBE for Exeter Public Health Professor
An Exeter Professor has been awarded an OBE in King Charles’ first Birthday Honours list for services to public health. Professor John Newton was appointed to a chair in public…
The European Centre for Environment and Human Health is a key partner in a new 4-year project on nature-based therapies
Nature-based therapies can play an important role in addressing physical and mental health issues, but we need to know more about the benefits and challenges of these therapies. The University…
New exploration into the complex relationship between oceans and human health launches on World Ocean Day
World Ocean Day has been chosen for the launch of Oceans and Human Health: Opportunities and Impacts – a collaboration of more than 100 authors exploring the interconnected and complex…
Scientists want your view on watching nature through the window
Watching nature through the window might have many benefits – and researchers want you to share your view. To take part, you can simply upload a picture of your view…
Exeter academics lead WHO report on benefits of urban green and blue spaces to boost health
A growing body of evidence demonstrates the potential of urban green and blue spaces to generate better health and well-being. Better quality spaces are linked to better human health outcomes,…
Environment and health pioneer elected as Fellow of Royal Society
A pioneer of research investigating the complex links between the environment and human health has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Society. Professor Michael Depledge CBE, who set…
The Eden Project shares insights from ECEHH research with global audiences
Research by the University of Exeter which shows how natural sounds can boost people’s wellbeing has formed part The Eden Project’s new ambitious digital campaign aimed at inspiring audiences worldwide…
Exeter geographer given prestigious award
A University of Exeter health geographer has been recognised through a prestigious award from the Royal Geographical Society (RGS). Dr Sarah Bell has received the Gill Memorial Award from the…
A new £2.9m international research partnership will provide evidence for better nutrition and ecological health in small island states
The UK’s National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) is investing £2.9 million into a new research project in the Caribbean, Pacific and Philippines that aims to improve population…
European documentary highlights the link between oceans and human health
A new Euronews Series entitled ‘Oceans’ has focused on the work of ECEHH in a new documentary exploring the risks and opportunities for human health presented by oceans and the…