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Perfectionist leaders may drive employees to work while ill

Employees under pressure to meet exceptionally high standards are more likely to experience conflict at home and work while unwell, according to a University of East Anglia study.

First results published from major algal gene sequencing project

An international team of more than 100 scientists have taken a major step towards unlocking the secrets of some of Earth’s tiniest but most important organisms.

UEA’s grant and funding success – August 2026

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

New Meta safeguards shift burden to parents, UEA expert warns

New Meta measures may deepen inequalities by shifting responsibility onto parents and young people – according to an expert at the University of East Anglia.

UEA academic awarded prestigious Royal Society honour

From Antarctic research expeditions to the use of autonomous ocean gliders, a University of East Anglia scientist has received one of the UK's highest scientific honours.

Swimming in rivers and lakes linked to higher risk of stomach bugs and rashes

People swimming in rivers and lakes could be putting themselves at risk of nasty skin conditions and stomach bugs, according to a new study from the University of East Anglia.

Thousands of new mothers suffering undiagnosed PTSD after childbirth

Tens of thousands of new mums across Britain may be suffering undiagnosed PTSD following childbirth, according to a University of East Anglia report.

HRT linked to lower dementia risk in large UK study

Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) may reduce the risk of dementia, particularly for certain groups of women – according to a study from the University of East Anglia and the University of Exeter.

Company mergers can cut costs without cutting prices for consumers, study finds

Merging companies might become cheaper and more efficient to run, but savings are not necessarily passed onto shoppers – and in some cases customers end up paying more, according to new research.

Why memories get fuzzier with age – and what replaces them

Research from the University of East Anglia shows how our memories change with age and why specific details associated with past events can fade over time.

UEA academic serves as historical consultant for new BBC Radio 4 series

A leading University of East Anglia (UEA) historian has contributed expert analysis to a major new BBC Radio 4 series presented by broadcaster David Dimbleby.

Health visitor support helps postnatal mothers stay smoke-free

Women who receive health visitor support alongside smoking relapse prevention advice are more likely to remain smoke-free after childbirth, according to University of East Anglia research.

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