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Jo Garrett

@jogarrett.bsky.social

Research Fellow at the European Centre for Environment and Human Health, University of Exeter. Nature, health and well-being

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SmogOff version 2 - notes from community tests In 2025 we re-designed our air pollution sensor system SmogOff, and sent it out for testing with three community groups. These are our notes from the process.

New blog post from @thentrythis.social.thentrythis.org.ap.brid.gy: Latest developments of their Open Source air pollution sensor and my interviews with the communities who trialled it.
thentrythis.org/notes/2025/1...

22.12.2025 10:12 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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How do we map β€˜exposure’ to natural environments? | ECEHH Dr Jo Garrett explains an exciting new method to assess how neighbourhood nature might impact health.

New Paper Published! πŸ“š

We’ve developed a novel approach for estimating exposure to land cover at the LSOA level, designed to reduce exposure misclassification.

Read more here: www.ecehh.org/news/mapping...

@ecehh.org
@renewbiodiversity.bsky.social

09.12.2025 09:48 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Ghosts of Air Quality: Past, Present & Future
Explore Exeter’s air quality stories on a free literary heritage walk!
πŸ“ Cathedral Close
πŸ•’ 3 PM & 5 PM
Reserve your spot:
3 PM πŸ‘‰ lnkd.in/ey4vQ7jv
5 PM πŸ‘‰ lnkd.in/eKXghmCQ

Funder: @gw4alliance.bsky.social Air Network
@ecehh.org
#ExeterEvents #AirQuality

07.12.2025 14:18 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
A photograph of restored peatland on Dartmoor, the image contains two sections of immersed peatland and a view of hills in the distance.

A photograph of restored peatland on Dartmoor, the image contains two sections of immersed peatland and a view of hills in the distance.

A photograph of sundew a small but carnivorous red and orange plant with sticky protruding glands that catch insects. This plant is often found in peatland. Photograph by Rose Ferraby

A photograph of sundew a small but carnivorous red and orange plant with sticky protruding glands that catch insects. This plant is often found in peatland. Photograph by Rose Ferraby

Bogs. Quagmires. Peatlands. Squidgy worlds full of beginnings and endings.

Inspired by bogs, we hope our poetry & creative approaches will help you get stuck into understanding & caring for #peatlands.

Discover the squelchy world of 'BogTalk' below.

renewbiodiversity.org.uk/bog-talk-poe...

25.11.2025 09:51 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 8    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Sensing Exeter’s air quality – a bird’s eye view | ECEHH Researchers recently held a creative air quality tour through Exeter – could children spot all the dodos?

Monitoring air quality with the help of dodos?

Dr Jo Garrett and Dr Hanbin Zhang explain all from a "lively and meaningful collaboration between scientists, artists, and the public – bringing together different ways of seeing and sensing the city’s air."

www.ecehh.org/news/sensing...

28.10.2025 13:53 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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A third of children don’t play outdoors after school, study finds New research has found more than a third of children don’t play outdoors after school and one in five don’t at weekends, raising concerns about children’s physical and mental health. The study from th...

A study led by researchers from the University of Exeter, Cornwall has found that more than a third of children don’t play outdoors after school and one in five don’t at weekends, raising concerns about children’s physical and mental health.
@ecehh.org

01.09.2025 15:41 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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Walking Tour: Sensing Exeter’s Air Quality : A Bird’s View A curated trail of art and science. Get real time insights into pollution while spotting new artworks of birds.

Join myself and others in Exeter, alongside artist Steve McCracken, for a curated trail of art and science. Get real time insights into pollution while spotting new artworks of birds. @ecehh.org
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/walking-to...

17.09.2025 09:33 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Insights on people, place, and planet from ICEP 2025 | ECEHH Dr Leanne Martin reports from the International Conference on Environmental Psychology.

We're excited to share highlights from ICEP 2025!

Our team explored nature and wellbeing across diverse themes – from climate action to sustainable design at an event that:

"Emphasised the role of architecture, design, and urban planning."

ecehh.org/news/icep-environment-health-conference/

01.07.2025 09:13 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Atlantic Bluefin tuna are back in UK waters, but we still don’t exactly know what they are eating.
Support crucial marine research to help uncover the secrets of their diet and secure their future.
To find out more: www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/atlantic-b...
πŸ¦‘πŸ§ͺ🌍🐟🎣🦀🌊

17.07.2025 14:13 β€” πŸ‘ 44    πŸ” 22    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 1
poster for event at the university of exeter. the talk is titled 'chaning the soundtrack of the ocean' and is by professor steve simpson.

poster for event at the university of exeter. the talk is titled 'chaning the soundtrack of the ocean' and is by professor steve simpson.

Join our CEC seminar for an exciting talk from Professor Steve Simpson, on 'Changing the Soundtrack of the Ocean'! 🐠πŸͺΈπŸ”Š

πŸ—“οΈ Thursday 17th July 2025
πŸ“ Exchange Lecture Theatre, Penryn Campus
⏰ 1pm, (in-person only)

@uniexecec.bsky.social @cornwall.exeter.ac.uk
πŸ¦‘πŸ§ͺ🌐🌍

11.07.2025 09:37 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
job advert for postdoctoral research associate

job advert for postdoctoral research associate

job advert for postdoctoral research associate, working with dr matthew witt on the subsea soundscape project

job advert for postdoctoral research associate, working with dr matthew witt on the subsea soundscape project

Fancy a role with us at @exeter.ac.uk ?

We're hiring a postdoctoral research associate to support the work of @drmjwitt.bsky.social on the Subsea Soundscape (S3) project.

πŸ—“οΈ Application deadline: Monday 7th July 2025.

πŸ¦‘πŸŒπŸŒπŸ§ͺ🌊🐟 #academicsky #jobsky

20.06.2025 12:48 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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🌊 Wild swimming is irresistible right now! πŸŒžπŸŠβ€β™€οΈ

But do swimmers experience infections more often than non-swimmers? To find out, we need YOU πŸ™‹β€β™€οΈ πŸ™‹β€β™‚οΈ

If you've swum in the past 2 weeks, we want to hear from you
πŸ‘‰ bit.ly/freshwater-s...
@watershed-i.bsky.social @sascampaigns.bsky.social

18.06.2025 16:07 β€” πŸ‘ 11    πŸ” 15    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
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Cornwall MP paired with Exeter academic in research and policy exchange scheme Cornish MP Jayne Kirkham has been paired with a University of Exeter academic to explore how research can inform policy making in the UK. Dr Jo Garrett, Research Fellow at the University of Exeter’s E...

Now featured in a @uniofexeternews.bsky.social piece after taking part in the @royalsociety.org Pairing Scheme. I was paired with my local MP Jayne Kirkham to explore how research and policy can work together.
Read more: news.exeter.ac.uk/faculty-of-h...
@ecehh.org @cornwall.exeter.ac.uk

20.06.2025 11:40 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Photo of the side of a train with a blue stripe

Photo of the side of a train with a red stripe

Photo of the side of a train with a red stripe

View of Vilnius city at dusk. Featuring an old tall ornate building in the centre of the photo

View of Vilnius city at dusk. Featuring an old tall ornate building in the centre of the photo

And last two trains today from Warsaw to Vilnius. Eleven trains in total from Cornwall, UK to Vilnius, Lithuania in 8 days to the International Conference on Environmental Psychology!

15.06.2025 18:45 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Photo showing train carriage with β€œPKP intercity” in text

Photo showing train carriage with β€œPKP intercity” in text

Photo showing a column in the centre of a square on the left hand side and a large orange palace from the middle to the right hand side

Photo showing a column in the centre of a square on the left hand side and a large orange palace from the middle to the right hand side

Photo of castle square from above with a column in the centre of a square surrounded by old buildings

Photo of castle square from above with a column in the centre of a square surrounded by old buildings

Photo of a glass and a bottle of Polish cider on a table

Photo of a glass and a bottle of Polish cider on a table

Second to last stop- from Berlin to Warsaw! I even found some cider!

13.06.2025 20:34 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
View along the river Spree to a domed building

View along the river Spree to a domed building

View of street art on the Berlin Wall. First picture is of trees

View of street art on the Berlin Wall. First picture is of trees

The Brandenburg gate. A tall stone arch with 6 columns

The Brandenburg gate. A tall stone arch with 6 columns

From Cologne to Berlin.

11.06.2025 19:27 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Front of a white train pulling into a station

Front of a white train pulling into a station

Gothic cathedral looking up

Gothic cathedral looking up

Steps with lavender planted at one end on the steps themselves

Steps with lavender planted at one end on the steps themselves

Green space with a pool in front with decorative blocks

Green space with a pool in front with decorative blocks

Short hop from Brussels to Cologne on an ICE train. Cologne has a huge cathedral and some very nice public spaces.

09.06.2025 19:26 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
Picture of the Eurostar train

Picture of the Eurostar train

Photo from above, showing street flanked by tall white buildings towards a cathedral

Photo from above, showing street flanked by tall white buildings towards a cathedral

Today I made it from Devon, UK to Brussels and enjoyed a rooftop drink in the centre of Brussels :-)

08.06.2025 19:13 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
View of green train looking down the carriage

View of green train looking down the carriage

Today I started my journey to the International Conference on Environmental Psychology! From Cornwall, UK to Vilnius, Lithuania by train! First stop, Devon!

07.06.2025 15:50 β€” πŸ‘ 4    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 2    πŸ“Œ 0
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My experience: The Royal Society Pairing Scheme | ECEHH Dr Jo Garrett reflects on her time in Westminster and with Jayne Kirkham MP - how do we link science and policy?

How do you build effective relationships between scientists and politicians? Dr Jo Garrett shares insights from a @royalsociety.org programme aiming to do just that.

And as one speaker reminds us, β€œdon’t be surprised when politicians act politically.”

ecehh.org/news/experience-royal-society/

28.05.2025 10:46 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Sensor system resource launched | ECEHH A new illustrated website explains how indoor environmental sensors can support health and wellbeing.

How can environmental sensors boost health at home? A new illustrated guide collates a decade of research findings to explore that question.

"It’s been a lot of fun bringing these topics to life and we hope others find it a useful resource too.”

ecehh.org/news/sensor-health/

13.05.2025 12:42 β€” πŸ‘ 0    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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On 22nd May, International Day for Biological Diversity, we'll be launching the latest report from our WHO Collaborating Centre on Natural Environments and Health providing an introduction to #NatureBasedSolutions and Health

Sign up for the launch webinar (10-12 CEST) here: lnkd.in/eq8wUHjh

17.04.2025 08:42 β€” πŸ‘ 1    πŸ” 2    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
Text states "the creative researcher" with a photo of Chloe underneath, a woman with curly hair and a cream jumper

Text states "the creative researcher" with a photo of Chloe underneath, a woman with curly hair and a cream jumper

ECEHH researcher Dr Chloe Asker has launched a new podcast!

πŸ“’ In this series, Chloe will explore creative and arts-based approaches to research, impact, and dissemination.

🎧 Listen to the introduction to the creative researcher podcast here: lnkd.in/ezYJFSCT

07.04.2025 10:45 β€” πŸ‘ 2    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
SWME Seals Webinar 2025 promotional graphic. Text announces a free online event on 16th April 2025 (18:00-19:30 BST) about seals in South-West England, featuring expert speakers. Includes logos of several groups speaking at the event, and a QR code link to tickets.

SWME Seals Webinar 2025 promotional graphic. Text announces a free online event on 16th April 2025 (18:00-19:30 BST) about seals in South-West England, featuring expert speakers. Includes logos of several groups speaking at the event, and a QR code link to tickets.

SWME Seals webinar: 16th April 2025, 18:00-19:30 BST

Join this fantastic FREE online event, part of the South West Marine Ecosystems (SWME) webinar series, to gain incredible insights all about these amazing marine mammals in Southwest England. πŸ¦‘πŸ¦­πŸ§ͺ🌍

Tickets - www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/swme-seals...

02.04.2025 14:06 β€” πŸ‘ 10    πŸ” 3    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 2

Check out our Lecturer Dr Lewis Elliott talking about wild swimming on @itvnews.bsky.social

www.itv.com/watch/news/n...

31.03.2025 08:12 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Why wild swimming is better for your mental wellbeing than open-air pools Wild swimmers tend to feel more autonomy and competence.

Dr Lewis Elliott lifts the lid on the biggest survey of open-water swimmers to date in this brilliant new article for @uk.theconversation.com.

How might wild swimming deliver its wellbeing benefits? The answer could lie in "enhanced feelings of freedom..."

theconversation.com/why-wild-swi...

26.03.2025 09:52 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 4    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1
Woman in green coat standing on steps into building with Royal Society on a sign above

Woman in green coat standing on steps into building with Royal Society on a sign above

We had our last morning at the @royalsociety.org today, learning about different ways we can engage with Parliament #PairingScheme25

26.03.2025 14:43 β€” πŸ‘ 7    πŸ” 1    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0
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Had a fascinating first day on the @royalsociety.org #PairingScheme25 with a morning at the very grand Royal Society and an afternoon at Defra!

24.03.2025 18:31 β€” πŸ‘ 9    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 0

This is where I'll be next week!

21.03.2025 14:31 β€” πŸ‘ 3    πŸ” 0    πŸ’¬ 1    πŸ“Œ 0
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The impact of climate change on the mental health of parents & carers-PhD (Funded) at University of Exeter on FindAPhD.com PhD Project - The impact of climate change on the mental health of parents & carers-PhD (Funded) at University of Exeter, listed on FindAPhD.com

Funded #PhD opportunity (home & international students). Start September 2025.

Join us @exeter.ac.uk @ecehh.bsky.social for a 4-year funded PhD project looking how #ClimateChange impacts on the #MentalHealth of #Parents and carers.

www.findaphd.com/phds/project...

13.03.2025 11:13 β€” πŸ‘ 6    πŸ” 5    πŸ’¬ 0    πŸ“Œ 1