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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.

UEA strengthens position in noted global university rankings

The University of East Anglia (UEA) has strengthened its standing among the world's leading universities after climbing five places in the latest Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU).