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Researchers warn against securitised response to global biodiversity loss

Scientists have warned that a new UK Government report on global biodiversity loss and national security risks distorting evidence and driving ineffective policy by framing ecological degradation and its impacts on migration as a security threat.

Undergraduate dental training a step closer at University of East Anglia

The University of East Anglia has been provisionally allocated 25 funded places per year to train dentists, joining a select list of prestigious universities delivering dental training.

Turning the tide on plastic: The UEA student start-up transforming pregnancy testing with seaweed

A student at the University of East Anglia (UEA) hopes to create a 100% plastic-free pregnancy test, to tackle the environmental impact of millions of single-use tests discarded each year.

Simple blood test could spot dementia years earlier, research shows

A blood test could help identify people at higher risk of cognitive decline years before a traditional diagnosis is possible – according to University of East Anglia research.

Wildlife-friendly landscapes dramatically boost biodiversity in fragmented forests

A major new study has revealed that improving the landscapes surrounding forest remnants can dramatically increase their ability to retain bird species - even when the forest fragments themselves are small or isolated.

UEA further boosts its climate expertise through key appointments and strategic partnership

The University of East Anglia’s reputation for climate science has been further enhanced by a new partnership with the UK Met Office, a key committee appointment and a leading US scientist set to arrive in the Summer.

UEA's spring break opening hours

Over the spring break, some facilities and services at UEA will have reduced opening hours and partial closures.

UEA’s grant and funding success – March 2026

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

Ancient DNA reveals identity of Europe’s earliest dogs

A researcher at the University of East Anglia has helped uncover the identity of one of Europe’s earliest known dogs.

Three subjects at UEA rank in the top 100 in the world

The University of East Anglia (UEA) has three subjects in the top 100 of the QS World University Rankings By Subject.

Competition experts say no guarantees veterinary prices will come down

Competition experts from UEA and the University of Glasgow have warned there is no guarantee that transparency remedies will bring down veterinary prices following the publication of a Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) investigation.

Sainsbury Centre named most visited attraction in the East of England

The Sainsbury Centre has been recognised as the East of England’s most visited attraction in 2025, welcoming more than 1.16 million total visitors.

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