A world-leading genomics expert at the University of Exeter Medical School has been appointed as director of a new UK-wide initiative dedicated to characterising the functional consequences of disease-associated genetic variation.

The field of functional genomics aims to explore how genes influence different biological processes in the body with the goal of understanding the mechanisms involved in disease and ultimately develop new treatments.

The Medical Research Council (MRC), in collaboration with the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC), has...

Celebrate a summer of sport at IKEA with a whole host of in-store activities and offers, guaranteed to fuel the ultimate day out for the whole family.

Inspired by big sporting events taking place this summer, IKEA will host its first-ever “Sommar of Sport” challenge, with free events and activities for children in stores nationwide*, between Friday 26th July and Sunday 11th August 2024.

To get involved, little ones must fill out a challenge card by completing different sports-based activities in-store. With every completed activity, a letter will be unveiled on the card...

Tops Day Nurseries, a leading provider of high-quality childcare and early education, with a new nursery located in the University of Exeter, Tops Exeter, is thrilled to announce its remarkable achievement of being listed 9th in the prestigious Top 100 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK, developed by the Department of Education. As well as it being a huge standalone achievement for this year. This is also an improvement over their position last year when they ranked 12th!

This recognition underscores Tops Day Nurseries' dedication to nurturing talent, fostering professional...

In the dynamic world of food service, efficiency and convenience are paramount. A commercial kitchen must be well-equipped to handle the high demands of daily operations. The humble bar fridge holds significant importance among the many tools and appliances that contribute to a streamlined workflow. Its compact size and versatility make it an indispensable asset for any food business looking to enhance operational efficiency.

Read on to learn some key benefits of a bar fridge in your food business.

One of the primary benefits of incorporating a bar...

EVERYONE’S favourite family-friendly festival, the Dartmoor Folk Festival, returns from Friday, August 9 to Sunday, August 11.

Those who go along can enjoy the very best music, song and dance from Dartmoor and beyond - and many of the events and activities are free or by donation.

A beautiful little festival, it takes place in the villages of South Zeal and South Tawton.

It will be the 47th annual festival and top local and national folk artists will be attending.

Look out for headliners, international festival favourites Track Dogs, Dartmoor favourites...

Young carers from Devon, who attended this year’s Young Carers Festival with the support of Westbank, have told the charity they ‘had the time of their life’ at the annual event.

Through its Devon Young Carers Service, Westbank Community Health and Care supports more than 3,000 young people aged from 4 to 18 who help look after someone who is ill, disabled or misuses drugs and alcohol.

Through the generous support of local organisations, the service was able to take 18 young carers - accompanied by 3 staff members and one volunteer - to enjoy a weekend at YMCA Fairthorne...

A Snows Group car dealership has formed an exciting new alliance with Exeter Golf and Country Club in a drive to raise the profile of tennis locally, and encourage more people to take up the sport.

Lexus Exeter has launched a doubles partnership with the team at the popular club in Topsham Road as part of a major worldwide collaboration between Lexus, the Lawn Tennis Association and the Association of Tennis Professionals.

At national level, Lexus has become the LTA’s Official Performance Partner and Official Automotive Partner. Globally, the company has embarked on a multi...

A new season of events from workshops to discos, theatre to films, storytelling to markets, is coming to libraries across Devon and Torbay from August to October this year.

The Get Creating season encourages communities throughout the county to get in touch with their creative side, whether participating in activities or watching performances, there is something for everyone, even if they wouldn’t describe themselves as creative. Most are offered free or at a very low cost.

It’s the second time Libraries Unlimited, the charity that runs libraries across the county, has...

Infrared saunas have become popular for their purported health benefits, including relaxation, detoxification, and improved circulation. Unlike regular saunas, which heat the air around you, infrared saunas use infrared heaters to emit infrared light, which is then absorbed directly by the body.

This article explores how infrared saunas work and the science behind their effects on the body.

The Basics of Infrared Light

Infrared light is a kind of electromagnetic radiation that occupies a part of the spectrum just beyond visible light. It is divided into three...

When we mention health and well-being, everyone almost always thinks of physical health. On the other hand, mental health, though often neglected, is a big part of our overall well-being. If we’re not mentally healthy or happy, our physical health will start deteriorating and vice versa.

In fact, around 50-80% of people who suffer from mental health problems will end up with sleep-related problems.

If you wish to know how to keep yourself healthy in all aspects, you need to pay attention to both your physical and mental health. So, come on, let’s see how the two are...