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Eyes and Honesty: Research features on the BBC's One Show

As The One Show asks "is Britain becoming a more dishonest place?" researchers at the Centre for Behaviour and Evolution show a surprisingly simple way help to get us back on the right side of the moral tracks.

published on: 14th August 2012

thumbnail Stress makes men appreciate heavier women

Increased stress in men is associated with a preference for heavier women, according to a study at Newcastle University.

published on: 9th August 2012

Centre academics receive grants in record year for animal welfare

Three academics from the Centre for Behaviour and Evolution have been awarded grants for research to reduce animal experiments and improve animal welfare.

published on: 26th July 2012

Honorary Doctorate for founder of Behavioural Ecology

On 12 July 2012, Prof. John Krebs, Lord Krebs of Wytham, received the degree of Doctor of Science, Honoris Causa, from Newcastle University. Lord Krebs is a world-renowned Behavioural Biologist who has revolutionized the study of animal behaviour.

published on: 25th July 2012

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