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Researchers identify brain command centre for tool use
Research from UEA has provided data that shows brain regions in the anterior part of the temporal lobe (underneath the ears) represent how to correctly handle tools, a theory which has been proposed but never backed up with research data before.
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UEA marine science professor awarded OBE in Queens birthday honours list
Prof Karen Heywood, Professor of Physical Oceanography in the School of Environmental Sciences at the University of East Anglia (UEA), has been recognised for a lifetime of pioneering research and teaching in oceanography with an OBE (Order of the British
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Zinc vital to evolution of complex life in polar oceans
New research provides the first evidence for why we have complex life forms in polar oceans and highlights the threat posed to them by global warming.
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Motivations of green business angels revealed in new study
New research led by the University of East Anglia (UEA) reveals that business angels invest in green/clean tech for a combination of altruistic, hedonistic, and economic reasons - not just because of the environmental impact.
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New toolkit launched to help businesses boost staff wellbeing
Employers can find out the potential financial benefits of increasing employee wellbeing with an innovative cost effectiveness calculator, launched today.
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New project launched to boost number of women working in offshore wind
The Offshore Wind Industry Council (OWIC) and the University of East Anglia (UEA) have announced a new joint research project which aims to tackle the gender imbalance in offshore wind by ensuring that more women enter the sector.
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USA slumbers Europe leads in electoral integrity
The worlds leading democracy is falling behind on electoral integrity, according to new findings from the University of East Anglia (UEA) and the Royal Military College of Canada/Queens University.
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From testing for plastics in teabags to a QA with Countrywise’s Liz Bonnin UEA’s Green Film Festival is back
Following a two-year pandemic hiatus, the Green Film Festival at the University of East Anglia (UEA) is back from Thursday 19 May - Saturday 21 May, offering live film screenings, expert talks and interactive exhibitions across all three days.
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How cranberries could improve memory and ward off dementia
Adding cranberries to your diet could help improve memory and brain function, and lower bad cholesterol according to new research from the University of East Anglia (UK).
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Timing of heart surgery crucial research shows
Valve replacement heart surgery should be performed earlier than conventionally thought for people with aortic stenosis according to new research from the University of East Anglia.
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Will Harris appointed as new Visiting Poetry Fellow at The British Archive for Contemporary Writing
The British Archive for Contemporary Writing, based in UEA Library, has announced the appointment of a new Visiting Poetry Fellow, Will Harris.
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UEA’s research confirmed as ‘world-leading’ by national assessment
The global significance and real-world impact of the University of East Anglias (UEAs) research has been confirmed with the Research Excellence Framework 2021 classifying 91 per cent of it as world-leading or internationally excellent.
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