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Scientific experts call for eight urgent measures to preserve life-supporting ocean function amid fears that changes could be ‘irreversible’
The University's marine science expertise is featured in a new report by the International Programme on the State of the Ocean.
Student launches radically different prosthetic breast design for women after cancer surgery
A postgraduate researcher in Digital Art & Technology is launching an innovative product it is hoped will transform life for women who have had breast cancer surgery.
Chief Medical Officer Professor Dame Sally Davies receives Honorary Doctorate
Professor Dame Sally Davies receives an Honorary Doctorate of Medicine at the University's graduation ceremony for medicine and dentistry
Peatlands of Dartmoor could be crucial in fight against climate change
Research by the University suggests the peatlands of Dartmoor could be an underestimated resource in the fight against climate change as their ability to store carbon has not diminished in almost 150 years
Limits on pot fishing can result in win-win for fishermen and marine wildlife
A report by the University of Plymouth, funded by Defra and the Blue Marine Foundation, has found that in areas of low potting intensity the industry was operating in a way that had little impact on seabed species or economically-important shellfish
Hospital gowns retain superbugs even after disinfectant use, research shows
The study showed that C difficile - a bacteria that can cause severe diarrhoea, bowel complications and even death - is surviving on surgical gowns despite disinfectant use
Seeing greenery linked to less intense and frequent cravings
A study led by the University of Plymouth is the first to demonstrate that passive exposure to nearby greenspace is linked to both lower frequencies and strengths of craving.
£9million boost to South West health research
A partnership involving the University of Plymouth that carries out health research in Devon, Cornwall and Somerset, with direct benefits to patients’ health and NHS care delivery, has secured a further £9m in funding for the next five years.
Standing frame intervention improves life for people with MS, research shows
Study participant John Kendrick was able to walk his daughter down the aisle thanks to using the standing frame. Full results of the research are now available to view in The Lancet Neurology.
Responding to the climate emergency
Professor Judith Petts CBE, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Plymouth, believes universities should play a leading role in addressing the challenges of climate change.
University of Plymouth declares a climate emergency
The University of Plymouth has declared a climate emergency, supporting a call by EAUC – The Alliance for Sustainability Leadership in Education and reaffirming the University’s position as a global leader in sustainability
Student recognised by heritage homewares brand for designs inspired by Sir Terence Conran
A final-year student has won a prestigious prize sponsored by The Conran Shop during a University-organised trip to a major design event.