Nature, Biodiversity and Health

Our research is revealing new insights into the vital connections between green space and human wellbeing. With a key focus on biodiversity, our work is informing policies that improve public health and protect our precious natural environments.

Research project

Uncovering pathogens in the soil microbiome

Investigating pathogens present in soil through the application of the Galleria mellonella model.
Research project

Antimicrobial resistance in freshwater microbes

Investigating selection for antimicrobial resistance by non-antibiotic drugs in freshwater microbes.
Research project

Tackling antimicrobial resistance through knowledge exchange

Improving understanding of antimicrobial resistance in academia, government and industry.
Research project

SWEEP – Informing investment in the environment for health

Understanding how investing in the environment can benefit health and promote mental wellbeing among young people in the South West.
Research project

Nature-on-prescription

This project will design a programme of nature-based group activities for people with common mental health conditions.
Research project

Sensing Nature

Sensing Nature is exploring how people with varying forms and severities of sight impairment experience diverse types of nature.
Research project

PollerGEN

PollerGEN is an interdisciplinary NERC-funded project aiming to revolutionise aeropollen measurement and forecasting.
News

‘Green exercise’ in England brings £2.2 billion in health benefits

22 Sep 2016

Physical activity in natural environments, or ‘green exercise’, could provide health benefits of £2.2 billion a year.
Research project

Beyond Greenspace

How can different types and qualities of natural environment impact human health and wellbeing in the UK?
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