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University of Exeter, Cornwall @cornwall.exeter.ac.uk · Sep 1

A study led by researchers from the University of Exeter, Cornwall has found that more than a third of children don’t play outdoors after school and one in five don’t at weekends, raising concerns about children’s physical and mental health.
@ecehh.org

A third of children don’t play outdoors after school, study finds

New research has found more than a third of children don’t play outdoors after school and one in five don’t at weekends, raising concerns about children’s physical and mental health. The study from th...

news.exeter.ac.uk

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Jo Garrett @jogarrett.bsky.social · 22d

Join myself and others in Exeter, alongside artist Steve McCracken, for a curated trail of art and science. Get real time insights into pollution while spotting new artworks of birds. @ecehh.org
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/walking-to...

Walking Tour: Sensing Exeter’s Air Quality : A Bird’s View

A curated trail of art and science. Get real time insights into pollution while spotting new artworks of birds.

www.eventbrite.co.uk

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European Centre for Environment & Human Health @ecehh.org · Jul 1

We're excited to share highlights from ICEP 2025!

Our team explored nature and wellbeing across diverse themes – from climate action to sustainable design at an event that:

"Emphasised the role of architecture, design, and urban planning."

ecehh.org/news/icep-environment-health-conference/

Insights on people, place, and planet from ICEP 2025 | ECEHH

Dr Leanne Martin reports from the International Conference on Environmental Psychology.

www.ecehh.org

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Exeter Marine @exetermarine.bsky.social · Jul 17

Atlantic Bluefin tuna are back in UK waters, but we still don’t exactly know what they are eating.
Support crucial marine research to help uncover the secrets of their diet and secure their future.
To find out more: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/atlantic-b...
🦑🧪🌍🐟🎣🦤🌊

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Exeter Marine @exetermarine.bsky.social · Jul 11

Join our CEC seminar for an exciting talk from Professor Steve Simpson, on 'Changing the Soundtrack of the Ocean'! 🐠🪸🔊

🗓️ Thursday 17th July 2025
📍 Exchange Lecture Theatre, Penryn Campus
⏰ 1pm, (in-person only)

@uniexecec.bsky.social @cornwall.exeter.ac.uk
🦑🧪🌐🌍

poster for event at the university of exeter. the talk is titled 'chaning the soundtrack of the ocean' and is by professor steve simpson.

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Exeter Marine @exetermarine.bsky.social · Jun 20

Fancy a role with us at @exeter.ac.uk ?

We're hiring a postdoctoral research associate to support the work of @drmjwitt.bsky.social on the Subsea Soundscape (S3) project.

🗓️ Application deadline: Monday 7th July 2025.

🦑🌍🌐🧪🌊🐟 #academicsky #jobsky

job advert for postdoctoral research associate

job advert for postdoctoral research associate, working with dr matthew witt on the subsea soundscape project

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Elitsa Penkova @elitsapenkova.bsky.social · Jun 18

🌊 Wild swimming is irresistible right now! 🌞🏊‍♀️

But do swimmers experience infections more often than non-swimmers? To find out, we need YOU 🙋‍♀️ 🙋‍♂️

If you've swum in the past 2 weeks, we want to hear from you
👉 bit.ly/freshwater-s...
@watershed-i.bsky.social @sascampaigns.bsky.social

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Jo Garrett @jogarrett.bsky.social · Jun 20

Now featured in a @uniofexeternews.bsky.social piece after taking part in the @royalsociety.org Pairing Scheme. I was paired with my local MP Jayne Kirkham to explore how research and policy can work together.
Read more: news.exeter.ac.uk/faculty-of-h...
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Cornwall MP paired with Exeter academic in research and policy exchange scheme

Cornish MP Jayne Kirkham has been paired with a University of Exeter academic to explore how research can inform policy making in the UK. Dr Jo Garrett, Research Fellow at the University of Exeter’s E...

news.exeter.ac.uk

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Jo Garrett @jogarrett.bsky.social · Jun 15

And last two trains today from Warsaw to Vilnius. Eleven trains in total from Cornwall, UK to Vilnius, Lithuania in 8 days to the International Conference on Environmental Psychology!

Photo of the side of a train with a blue stripe

Photo of the side of a train with a red stripe

View of Vilnius city at dusk. Featuring an old tall ornate building in the centre of the photo

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Jo Garrett @jogarrett.bsky.social · Jun 13

Second to last stop- from Berlin to Warsaw! I even found some cider!

Photo showing train carriage with “PKP intercity” in text

Photo showing a column in the centre of a square on the left hand side and a large orange palace from the middle to the right hand side

Photo of castle square from above with a column in the centre of a square surrounded by old buildings

Photo of a glass and a bottle of Polish cider on a table

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Jo Garrett @jogarrett.bsky.social · Jun 11

From Cologne to Berlin.

View along the river Spree to a domed building

View of street art on the Berlin Wall. First picture is of trees

The Brandenburg gate. A tall stone arch with 6 columns

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Jo Garrett @jogarrett.bsky.social · Jun 9

Short hop from Brussels to Cologne on an ICE train. Cologne has a huge cathedral and some very nice public spaces.

Front of a white train pulling into a station

Steps with lavender planted at one end on the steps themselves

Green space with a pool in front with decorative blocks

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Jo Garrett @jogarrett.bsky.social · Jun 8

Today I made it from Devon, UK to Brussels and enjoyed a rooftop drink in the centre of Brussels :-)

Photo from above, showing street flanked by tall white buildings towards a cathedral

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Jo Garrett @jogarrett.bsky.social · Jun 7

Today I started my journey to the International Conference on Environmental Psychology! From Cornwall, UK to Vilnius, Lithuania by train! First stop, Devon!

View of green train looking down the carriage

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European Centre for Environment & Human Health @ecehh.org · May 28

How do you build effective relationships between scientists and politicians? Dr Jo Garrett shares insights from a @royalsociety.org programme aiming to do just that.

And as one speaker reminds us, “don’t be surprised when politicians act politically.”

ecehh.org/news/experience-royal-society/

My experience: The Royal Society Pairing Scheme | ECEHH

Dr Jo Garrett reflects on her time in Westminster and with Jayne Kirkham MP - how do we link science and policy?

www.ecehh.org

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European Centre for Environment & Human Health @ecehh.org · May 13

How can environmental sensors boost health at home? A new illustrated guide collates a decade of research findings to explore that question.

"It’s been a lot of fun bringing these topics to life and we hope others find it a useful resource too.”

ecehh.org/news/sensor-health/

Sensor system resource launched | ECEHH

A new illustrated website explains how indoor environmental sensors can support health and wellbeing.

www.ecehh.org

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European Centre for Environment & Human Health @ecehh.org · Apr 17

On 22nd May, International Day for Biological Diversity, we'll be launching the latest report from our WHO Collaborating Centre on Natural Environments and Health providing an introduction to #NatureBasedSolutions and Health

Sign up for the launch webinar (10-12 CEST) here: lnkd.in/eq8wUHjh

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European Centre for Environment & Human Health @ecehh.org · Apr 7

ECEHH researcher Dr Chloe Asker has launched a new podcast!

📢 In this series, Chloe will explore creative and arts-based approaches to research, impact, and dissemination.

🎧 Listen to the introduction to the creative researcher podcast here: lnkd.in/ezYJFSCT

Text states "the creative researcher" with a photo of Chloe underneath, a woman with curly hair and a cream jumper

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Exeter Marine @exetermarine.bsky.social · Apr 2

SWME Seals webinar: 16th April 2025, 18:00-19:30 BST

Join this fantastic FREE online event, part of the South West Marine Ecosystems (SWME) webinar series, to gain incredible insights all about these amazing marine mammals in Southwest England. 🦑🦭🧪🌍

Tickets - www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/swme-seals...

SWME Seals Webinar 2025 promotional graphic. Text announces a free online event on 16th April 2025 (18:00-19:30 BST) about seals in South-West England, featuring expert speakers. Includes logos of several groups speaking at the event, and a QR code link to tickets.

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European Centre for Environment & Human Health @ecehh.org · Mar 31

Check out our Lecturer Dr Lewis Elliott talking about wild swimming on @itvnews.bsky.social

www.itv.com/watch/news/n...

www.itv.com

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European Centre for Environment & Human Health @ecehh.org · Mar 26

Dr Lewis Elliott lifts the lid on the biggest survey of open-water swimmers to date in this brilliant new article for @uk.theconversation.com.

How might wild swimming deliver its wellbeing benefits? The answer could lie in "enhanced feelings of freedom..."

theconversation.com/why-wild-swi...

Why wild swimming is better for your mental wellbeing than open-air pools

Wild swimmers tend to feel more autonomy and competence.

theconversation.com

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Jo Garrett @jogarrett.bsky.social · Mar 26

We had our last morning at the @royalsociety.org today, learning about different ways we can engage with Parliament #PairingScheme25

Woman in green coat standing on steps into building with Royal Society on a sign above

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Jo Garrett @jogarrett.bsky.social · Mar 24

Had a fascinating first day on the @royalsociety.org #PairingScheme25 with a morning at the very grand Royal Society and an afternoon at Defra!

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Jo Garrett @jogarrett.bsky.social · Mar 21

This is where I'll be next week!

The Royal Society @royalsociety.org · Mar 21

New MPs, civil servants and scientists are about to trade places and swap roles as the Royal Society Pairing Scheme 2025 kicks off on Monday. 30 UK scientists will be shadowing parliamentarians and civil servants over a week that will include the Spring Statement: royalsociety.org/news/2025/03...

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Gesche Huebner @geschehuebner.bsky.social · Mar 13

Funded #PhD opportunity (home & international students). Start September 2025.

Join us @exeter.ac.uk @ecehh.bsky.social for a 4-year funded PhD project looking how #ClimateChange impacts on the #MentalHealth of #Parents and carers.

www.findaphd.com/phds/project...

The impact of climate change on the mental health of parents & carers-PhD (Funded) at University of Exeter on FindAPhD.com

PhD Project - The impact of climate change on the mental health of parents & carers-PhD (Funded) at University of Exeter, listed on FindAPhD.com

www.findaphd.com

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