Human impacts rewrite the rules of island biodiversity around the globe
New research provides the most comprehensive assessment to date of human influences on island biodiversity patterns.
- Published: 23 July 2026
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European forests are struggling to absorb carbon, with rates falling by a third
Despite the rates of carbon stored continuing to increase, the ability of European forests to absorb carbon has fallen significantly.
- Published: 7 July 2026
From research to action: Birmingham River Champions initiative expands across the West Midlands
The initiative aims to assess the health of urbanised rivers, while upskilling volunteers and fostering a sense of stewardship towards their local waterways.
- Published: 19 June 2026
Winterbourne House and Garden welcomes BBC Gardeners’ Question Time
National Radio 4 programme to highlight biodiversity, sustainability and horticultural expertise at the University of Birmingham.
- Published: 16 June 2026
New research helps scientists unlock evolution of gigantism in Scottish island wrens
Island birds could be the key for researchers to better understand the evolutionary paths that lead to ‘island syndromes’.
- Published: 28 May 2026
Students are Brazil-bound to explore under-threat region
Immerse Pantanal brings together students from across the UK to explore the challenges facing a Brazilian region under threat.
- Published: 11 May 2026
Livestream of peregrine falcons nesting at top of Old Joe
A livestream will show the nesting pair of peregrine falcons who have made their home at the University of Birmingham campus.
- Published: 16 April 2026
Alice Roberts creates show garden at BBC Gardener's World
The Garden of Evolution, developed by Alice Roberts and David Stevens, will headline at BBC Gardeners’ World Live 2026 in Birmingham.
- Published: 14 April 2026
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