Centre academics lead WHO report on benefits of urban nature

22 May 2023

The new review assesses the value of urban green and blue spaces for health and well-being.

Oceans and human health second edition

A new published volume exploring the ecosystem services offered by oceans, as well as the risks and benefits they pose to human health.

Bluespace as a public health resource

We have examined the benefits of blue spaces to well-being, identifying them as vital national and international public health resources.

RENEW – How do individuals experience biodiversity?

A multi-partner initiaive exploring how biodiversity renewal can be successfully driven by people.

Nature, wellbeing, and place in migrant populations

How can inclusive design support migrant populations promote health and a sense of place in the city?

BlueHealth

A transdisciplinary international consortium that investigated how aquatic environments can affect the health of Europe’s population.

Research quantifies the ‘wow’ factor of sunrise and sunset

19 Jan 2023

A new study has quantified the wellbeing benefits of viewing sunrises and sunsets for the first time.

Recognising the benefits of urban green space in local policy

The Greenkeeper tool is being used to evaluate the economic value of urban green infrastructure across the UK.

Working with government to set health and nature initiatives

We are working with Public Health England and Defra to develop the evidence base for green investments that impact health.

Sounds of nature benefit mental health

23 Mar 2022

The sounds of nature could help us recover from mental fatigue, but this power may be under threat as ecosystems deteriorate.

Virtual nature environments for people with memory loss

This study assessed the acceptability of VR nature at memory cafes, and explored experiences of carers and staff.

Evaluating green social prescribing pilot schemes

This project has evaluated the Government’s flagship Green Social Prescribing test and learn pilots programme.