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Explore sustainability research at the University of Essex

Explore sustainability research at the University of Essex

Dr Natalie Hicks is a lecturer within the School of Life Sciences. Her research looks at climate change and how elevated CO2 levels affect the chemistry of our oceans, and how the seabed is important in storing carbon.

Sustainability Team

02 November 2020

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Coronavirus: B cells and T cells explained

Coronavirus: B cells and T cells explained

It's hard to discuss COVID without referring to white blood cells. Here is a primer on the two you need to know about.

Dr Raj Thaker

20 July 2020

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4 things I wish I knew before I started at the University of Essex

There are a few things that helped shaped my experience and helped me live my best life at university. So, I’ve decided to share them with you.

Aisha Yusuff

09 June 2020

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‘Anti-ageing’ protein shown to slow cell growth is key in longevity – new research

‘Anti-ageing’ protein shown to slow cell growth is key in longevity – new research

This discovery could be important in helping increase human healthspan and longevity.

Dr Charalampos (Babis) Rallis

20 May 2020

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Can pollution face masks really protect us from exposure to toxic particles?

Can pollution face masks really protect us from exposure to toxic particles?

Commercially available respirator masks are becoming a popular choice for cyclists and pedestrians wanting to reduce pollution exposure.

Professor Ian Colbeck

26 February 2020

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Ageing: how our ‘epigenetic clocks’ slow down as we get older

Ageing: how our ‘epigenetic clocks’ slow down as we get older

Research suggests that scientists' understanding of biological age may not be as robust as we thought.

Professor Leonard Schalkwyk, Professor Jonathan Mill

16 January 2020

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We found the genes that allowed plants to colonise land 500 million years ago

We found the genes that allowed plants to colonise land 500 million years ago

New research has pinpointed the genetic boost behind one of the biggest transformations of life on Earth.

Alexander Bowles

16 January 2020

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Conservation is all about the people

Conservation is all about the people

Working together to protect the native oyster

Dr Thomas Cameron

10 October 2019

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Be inspired to reach for the stars

Be inspired to reach for the stars

Anushree Srivastava

08 December 2017

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