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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· 22d

The State of Wildfires Project, co-led by Dr Matthew Jones from our School of Environmental Sciences, has partnered with carbon ratings agency BeZero Carbon to strengthen global analysis of wildfire risk and its impact on forest carbon projects. Read more: https://bit.ly/45g2XU5 #ResearchMatters

A helicopter hovers over a forest fire, carrying a red bucket for water drops. Smoke rises from the burning trees, and the sky is filled with dramatic orange and gray clouds.

University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· 22d

New UEA research reveals how a mischievous royal dog became one of the most talked-about characters connected to the 1682 Gloucester shipwreck. Read more: https://bit.ly/3RscZyi #ResearchMatters #NewResearch #Dogs

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· 24d

News | UEA has won a Green Flag Award for the 10th consecutive year 🎉 When this streak began: Pokémon GO had just launched, Stranger Things had just premiered, Leo had finally won an Oscar, and the iPhone 7 was brand new. A decade later, we're still proudly flying the Green Flag. 🌳💚

Earlham Hall on a bright and sunny day, with blue skies and trees in the background, and with some words over the top of the image:
"Perfect 10. UEA has secured its 10th Green Flag Award in a row."

An owl flying on UEA campus with trees blurred in the background, and words over the top of the image: "When this Green Flag streak began...".

Part of the UEA Broad with trees on the side of the river, and words over the top of the image: "Pokemon Go had just launched".

Snowdrops are seen with the backdrop of the Sainsbury Centre and tree trunks, with words written over the top of the image: "Stranger Things had just premiered".

University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· 29d

Just a post full of people absolutely smashing it 💚🎓 Congratulations to everyone graduating from UEA this week. You did the hard work, now it's time to celebrate. #Graduation

A group of four people is standing in front of a bright green backdrop with the text "One community, many journeys" on it. Two individuals in the middle are wearing sunglasses with "Grad 2026" on the lenses. One of them is also wearing a graduation cap and gown. The two people on the ends are dressed in formal attire, smiling widely.

A joyful scene at a graduation ceremony shows two individuals playfully lifting a third person dressed in a graduation gown and cap. The atmosphere is festive, with smiles and laughter.

A group of graduates in blue gowns with pink hoods pose for a photo outdoors, celebrating their achievement.

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jul 15

Spotted at Day 2 of Graduation: the tiniest member of the Class of 2026 🎓✨

University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jul 14

Researchers from our @ueahealthsciences.bsky.social have shown that a digital therapy platform can help reduce anxiety and depression among people caring for family members with dementia. Read more: https://bit.ly/4aLgyGq #ResearchMatters #NewResearch

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jul 14

Prof Su Holmes from our School of Media, Language and Communication Studies has led new research exploring how streaming platforms like Netflix have transformed true crime from a niche genre into mainstream entertainment. Read more: https://bit.ly/4aPjsKc #ResearchMatters #TrueCrime

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jul 13

Researchers from UEA and the @unisouthampton.bsky.social have uncovered evidence that a major drought helped drive one of the greatest migrations in human history, a journey that inspired stories such as the one depicted in the new live-action film Moana. Read more: https://bit.ly/4vnW79T #Moana

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jul 10

News | Staff, students and alumni have celebrated the 10-year anniversary of a flagship partnership between our Norwich Business School and Hong Kong Metropolitan University's (HKMU) School of Business and Administration. Read more about the anniversary: https://bit.ly/4eTFZbe

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jul 10

Dr Richard Mills from our School of History and Art History features in the latest series of Real Dictators, exploring the life and legacy of Yugoslav leader Josip Broz Tito. Listen here: https://bbc.in/4p9Ra33 #ResearchMatters

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jul 9

Researchers from our Faculty of Science have developed the first rapid at-home sperm test paired with a mobile app designed to provide personalised fertility advice and support. Read more: https://bit.ly/3SRHdLp #ResearchMatters #MaleFertility @biouea.bsky.social

A microscopic view of sperm cells swimming towards an egg, depicted in an ethereal blue light, symbolizing fertilization in a biological context.

University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jul 8

Researchers from our School of Politics, Philosophy and Area Studies have explored how Netflix’s new adaptation of Little House on the Prairie is reigniting debates about representation, race and American identity. Read more: https://bit.ly/4padXvy #ResearchMatters #LittleHouseOnThePrairie

A solitary cabin sits in a vast, grassy field with a backdrop of the sunlit, snow-dusted Rocky Mountains under a clear, blue sky.

University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jul 7

UEA and our researchers have been ranked among the top 20 in a major new global ranking of the most-cited authors, publications and institutions in climate science. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4f0AVk9 @ueaenv.bsky.social @tyndallcentre.bsky.social @climateuea.bsky.social #ProjectCosmos

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jul 6

Prof Cock van Oosterhout, from @ueaenv.bsky.social, has proposed a new evolutionary theory suggesting some asexual parasites may temporarily be able to infect a wider range of hosts as harmful genetic mutations build up. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eXcO5N #NewResearch

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jul 2

Researchers from our Norwich Medical School, @ueamedical.bsky.social have used decades-old hospital samples to uncover how one of the world’s most feared antibiotic-resistant superbugs rose to global dominance. Read more: https://bit.ly/4oWv4Rf #ResearchMatters #NewStudy #Superbugs

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jul 2

Dr Claire Hines, from our School of Media, Language and Communication Studies, has published new research exploring Britain’s overlooked fantasy film boom of the early 1980s. Read more: https://bit.ly/4eHCqot #ResearchMatters #NewResearch #FantasyFilms

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jul 1

Researchers from our @ueaenv.bsky.social and @ueamedical.bsky.social have found even modest, short-term changes in weather can have a measurable impact on demand for NHS mental health services across England. Read more: https://bit.ly/44q4yqh #ResearchMatters #MentalHealth #Heatwave

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jun 29

Researchers from our @biouea.bsky.social have discovered that Antarctica’s frozen seas are producing chemicals that could help cool the planet. Read more: https://bit.ly/43RvX47 #ResearchMatters #NewStudy @quadraminstitute.bsky.social @climateuea.bsky.social @uni-konstanz.de

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jun 25

News | We have been recognised as one of the world’s top 10 universities for our impact on reducing inequality in the Times Higher Education (THE) Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026 🌟 Learn more about these latest rankings: https://bit.ly/4aleqEV

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jun 25

Our researchers from our @biouea.bsky.social have helped uncover a hidden ally in the fight against one of agriculture’s greatest threats - salty soil. Read more: https://bit.ly/4vvkCTv #ResearchMatters #NewStudy

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jun 24

Researchers from our School of Computing Sciences have found that the colour of strawberries captured by cameras could be misleading farm robots when determining ripeness. Read more: https://bit.ly/4eCWirj #ResearchMatters #NewStudy

A robotic machine with a bright light panel is positioned under a canopy in a greenhouse at night, surrounded by rows of strawberries. The environment is dimly lit except for the machine's light.

University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jun 19

A UEA-developed literacy programme inspired by Gypsy, Roma and Traveller storytelling is being adopted by schools and organisations across England. Read more: www.uea.ac.uk/about/news/a... #GypsyRomaTravellerMonth #Literacy #EarlyYears #Education #InclusiveEducation

A storytelling workshop using natural materials such as sticks, clay and rope.

University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jun 18

Dr Yi He from @tyndallcentre.bsky.social is the lead author of new research into how climate change could push UK rivers to dangerous extremes and see more frequent rapid swings between wet and dry conditions – a phenomenon known as hydroclimatic whiplash. #ResearchMatters #ClimateChange

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jun 18

Prof Carl Philpott from @ueamedical.bsky.social is the lead researcher of a new study which reveals that smell loss can affect quality of life as severely as conditions including diabetes, stroke, Parkinson’s, and kidney failure. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4oxySYW #ResearchMatters #SmellLoss

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jun 17

Dr Harry Dyer from @ueaeducation.bsky.social is speaking out on the government’s proposed social media ban for young people, warning it will be both ineffective and counterproductive. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4fRnO6N #ResearchMatters #SocialMedia

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jun 17

News | Rithula Nisha, a MA Broadcast and Digital Journalism student, has won a national award at the Royal Television Society Awards. Her film “Ghosts in the Machine – The invisible eyes of cybercrime” won the Royal Television Society Student Television Awards postgraduate journalism category.

Rithula Nisha in London with her award from the Royal Television Society Awards

University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jun 17

UEA’s Dr Robert Ferdman joined TV’s Prof Brian Cox and other leading scientists and policymakers to take concerns about UK research funding directly to MPs in Westminster. Their clear message - investing in fundamental science matters for the UK’s future. Read more: www.uea.ac.uk/about/news/a...

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jun 12

Thinking about Clearing and Results Day (Thursday 13 August) already? Here’s everything you need to know about Clearing at UEA ⬇️ https://bit.ly/43MR3QP

The UEA square filled with students on a sunny day. Wording is written above: "UEA's 2026 Clearing Timeline".

The UEA lake with wording written over the top:

"UEA Clearing Call Centre opening hours:
Thurs 13 Aug - 8am-8pm, Fri 14 Aug - 8am-6pm, Sat 15 Aug - 9am-3pm, Mon-Fri (17-21 Aug) - 9am-5pm."

The walkway to the Sainsbury Centre on a sunny day with words written over the top:
"Visit our campus: Thursday 6 August, Thursday 13 August, Friday 14 August, Saturday 15 August, Monday 17 August, Wednesday 19 August, Friday 21 August."

The UEA ziggurats with a sunset in the background and words written over the top:
"Top Tips for Clearing:
1. Have your A-level & GCSE results ready.
2. Know your 10-digit UCAS ID
3. Know what courses you're interested in before you call - Search 'UEA Clearing 2026' online."

University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jun 11

Prof Thomas Mock from @ueaenv.bsky.social is the co-lead author on a new study that reveals the deep-sea to be a unique “evolutionary engine” with potential for biotechnology and DNA sequencing innovation. Read more: https://bit.ly/49SHWSk #ResearchMatters #DeepSea

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University of East Anglia (UEA)@uniofeastanglia· Jun 11

Dr Rui Ying from our School of Environmental Sciences is the lead author of new research uncovering why some marine life survived the mass extinction event that wiped out the dinosaurs 66 million years ago. Read more: https://bit.ly/43Xkksb #ResearchMatters #MarineLife