University of Exeter Establishes Cornwall Research Hub for Climate and Health Solutions

A new research hub, situated in Cornwall and dedicated to conducting studies on climate change and its effects on health, has been established by a university based in Devon. The £10 million facility, officially named The Net Positive Centre for Health and Climate Solutions and created by the University of Exeter, is designed to tackle disparities in climate, environment, and health across all stages of life. Funding has been provided by UK Research and Innovation, with the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA), the National Trust, Forest Research, and the Met Office listed among its partner organizations. The centre is already fully operational, with its researchers based at the university’s Penryn campus. Among the subjects researchers will investigate are heatstroke, the correlation between air pollution and coronary heart disease, and the heightened probability of new pandemics. Professor Tim Taylor, from the University of Exeter, stated: “The Net Positive Centre for Health and Climate Solutions will gather evidence on emerging risks and opportunities, work with communities to create responses and inform policies to improve the health and wellbeing of communities across the UK and beyond.” Professor Lisa Roberts, the vice chancellor of the University of Exeter, added: “We are delighted that UKRI has chosen the University of Exeter to lead this vitally important Centre. “It’s testament to the globally recognised expertise of our teams.””