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Pioneering research into sensor technology could help identify households at increased risk of mould
30 Jun 2023
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
30 Jun 2023
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
15 Jun 2023
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
7 Jun 2023
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…
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Scientists want your view on watching nature through the window
6 Jun 2023
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…
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.
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Environment and health pioneer elected as Fellow of Royal Society
10 May 2023
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
9 May 2023
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
2 May 2023
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…
£2.9m international partnership on nutrition and ecological health
18 Apr 2023
The project will improve population nutrition through sustainable food production in the Caribbean, Pacific, and Philippines.
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European documentary highlights the link between oceans and human health
29 Mar 2023
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…
Big firms are failing to reduce unconscious bias against disabled people
27 Mar 2023
A study funded through the Inclusivity Project has shown that working for a big company or in an HR role does not lower the likelihood of showing unconscious bias against…
