Life
New project explores warfare in animal societies
Research project led by Professor Michael Cant from the University of Exeter aims to shed light on the intriguing phenomenon of intergroup conflict in animals.
Apr 11, 2024
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Health
Greener streets linked to better sleep
Living on a greener street or having views of blue spaces from your home will help you sleep for longer.
Mar 25, 2024
Life
Medieval Supercars: Elite Horses Imported to London from Across Europe, Study Reveals
Researchers have uncovered evidence of extensive horse trading by the elites of late medieval and Tudor England.
Mar 22, 2024
Brain & Behavior
“Grass ceiling” masks the educational barriers faced by rural children
A new study has shed light on the "grass ceiling" of hidden school underachievement in rural areas of England.
Mar 8, 2024
Health
Swapping meat for Quorn lowers bad cholesterol by 10%
Regularly substituting meat for mycoprotein such as Quorn could help to lower bad cholesterol by 10-percent, which is comparable to switching to a Mediterranean or vegan diet.
Mar 4, 2024
Social Sciences
Strong European backing for Ukraine leaves “little space” for exploitation of pro-Russian politics
Strong support for Ukraine means there is “little space” for European politicians to exploit pro-Russia foreign policy messages, a new study shows.
Feb 1, 2024
Earth & Environment
Butterflies could lose spots as climate warms
Female Meadow Brown butterflies have fewer spots if they develop in warmer weather – so climate change could make them less spotty, new research shows.
Jan 18, 2024
Health
Young-onset dementia risk could be reduced through health, lifestyle factors
Researchers have identified a wide range of risk factors for young-onset dementia.
Dec 26, 2023
Health
Light exercise could be the key to reversing childhood obesity linked to sedentariness
Increased sedentary time as a child through adolescence is directly linked to childhood obesity, but new research has found light physical activity may completely reverse the adverse process.
Dec 21, 2023
Social Sciences
International recognition played a crucial role in giving Libyan political actors sovereignty
The way the international community has recognised – or not – Libya’s various governments in the past decade has played a crucial role in the shaping the course of the conflict in the country, a new study shows.
Dec 19, 2023
Health
Algae as a surprising meat alternative and source of environmentally friendly protein
With more of us looking for alternatives to eating animals, new research has found a surprising environmentally friendly source of protein – algae.
Dec 18, 2023
Brain & Behavior
Terrorism rather than pandemics more concerning for those with those with authoritarian views, analysis shows
Those with authoritarian political views are more likely to be concerned about terrorism and border control than a future new health pandemic, new research shows.
Nov 17, 2023
Brain & Behavior
Geese ‘keep calm and carry on’ after deaths in the flock
Canada geese strengthen existing friendships and forge a few new connections after losing close associates from their flock, new research shows.
Nov 14, 2023
Life
Bumblebees drop to shake off Asian hornets
Bumblebees have a remarkably successful method for fighting off Asian hornets, new research shows.
Oct 5, 2023