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Social justice should not be tokenistic but at the heart of global restoration efforts

Social justice must be at the heart of global restoration initiatives - and not “superficial” or “tokenistic” - if ecosystem degradation is to be addressed effectively, according to new research by the University of East Anglia (UEA).

New research explains how our brains store and change memories

A study from the University of East Anglia (UEA) is helping scientists better understand how our brains remember past events - and how those memories can change over time.

2025 – a year in research

The past twelve months have seen UEA researchers break new ground on everything from Magna Carta to the mating habits of jaguars in the Amazon. Join us as we take a look back at just some of 2025’s incredible stories, discoveries and expert insights.

Study reveals silent mental health crisis among new parents

Intrusive thoughts and psychotic-like experiences among new parents are far more common than previously thought – according to new research from the University of East Anglia.

Three-quarters of the world not getting enough Omega-3, research shows

More than three-quarters of the global population aren’t getting enough Omega-3, according to new research from UEA, Holland & Barrett and the University of Southampton.

Flood risks in delta cities are increasing, study finds

New research shows how the combination of extreme climate events, sea-level rise and land subsidence could create larger and deeper floods in coastal cities in future.

Q&A with Prof Thomas Ruys Smith: The legend of Santa Claus

Where did the legend of Santa Claus come from? An academic from the University of East Anglia (UEA) answered some questions on how the festive figure came to be.

UEA’s grant and funding success – November 2025

Discover the latest research and funding grant successes happening within the University of East Anglia.

New review highlights urgent need for worldwide smell screening

A programme of smell screening, awareness campaigns and health policies could improve the mental and physical health of millions – according to research led by the University of East Anglia (UEA).

Black Friday – deal, or no deal?

It might feel like it has already been happening for weeks, but ahead of Black Friday tomorrow and Cyber Monday next week, an academic at the University of East Anglia offers advice on navigating the sale period for consumers and explains what it means fo

UEA graduate wins industry award for best TV documentary

A UEA journalism graduate has won a prestigious industry award for his final project, a film about two bears who were rescued from Azerbaijan and rehomed in the UK.

"Most harmful" Budget in decades

Today’s Budget is likely to be the “most harmful” in decades, and a “missed opportunity” for reforming taxation and controlling spending, according to an academic at the University of East Anglia.

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