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UEA part of EDI sharing hub to use collective knowledge to address diversity challenges

A new national hub will harness the engineering, physical and mathematical sciences (EPMS) research and innovation community’s collective effort to address diversity challenges specific to the sector.

Scientists caution no guarantees when it comes to overshooting 1.5°C

Even if it is possible to reverse the rise of global temperatures after a temporary overshoot of 1.5°C, many climate damages triggered at peak warming - including rising sea levels - will be irreversible according to a new study.

Researchers discover how plants produce a novel anti-stress molecule

New research identifies for the first time the genes that help plants grow under stressful conditions - with implications for producing more sustainable food crops in the face of global climate change.

UEA Life Sciences rises in the new THE World University Rankings

UEA has improved in its Life Sciences placement in the latest Times Higher Education Rankings, with the institution ranking maintaining last year’s levels.

UEA hosts education conference as part of national climate scheme turning ambition into action

Education leaders head to UEA to explore ‘Climate and Nature Action in Education’ as part of the national Climate Ambassador Scheme

Outdoor businesses and venues could benefit from boosting biodiversity

Visitors to vineyards enjoyed their tours more when they heard enhanced sounds of diverse birdsong, new research has found.

Innovation and Impact Awards now open for entries and nominations

The Innovation and Impact Awards are back for 2025 and looking to recognise and reward UEA’s most game changing staff, students, and graduates, and their collaborative work with partners outside the University.

Norwich City Women Football Club player kicks off teaching career at UEA

A star Norwich City Women Football Club player is set to begin a new chapter in her career off the pitch, as she starts life as a lecturer at the University of East Anglia (UEA).

Converting methane emissions from dairy farms to biogas could save more than £400m a year in fuel costs

New research has found methane emissions from slurry stores on dairy farms may be up to five times greater than official statistics suggest - and highlights the huge potential for turning them into a renewable energy source.

Understanding regional ‘signals’ essential for effective climate adaptation policy

Understanding regional climate change is essential for guiding effective climate adaptation policy, according to a new study involving the University of East Anglia.

University of East Anglia joins University Mental Health Charter

The Charter Programme is run by UK student mental health charity Student Minds and recognises universities which are committed to making mental health and wellbeing a university-wide priority to share best practice and create cultural change.

Norwich City helped generate over £11m in revenue for local businesses, report finds

A new report published by Norwich City Football Club in collaboration with the University of East Anglia reveals its socio-economic impact on the region for the 2022/23 season.

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