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More than fad diets and fodder – food can help us reconnect
June 3–9 is Dietitians' Week and Dr Clare Pettinger explains how food can be a catalyst for change for people on the edge of society. Her work will feature at the British Academy Summer Showcase in London on 21–22 June.
Spinout completes initial field trials of raspberry harvesting robot system
University of Plymouth spinout company Fieldwork Robotics has completed initial field trials of its robot raspberry harvesting system.
Students design and build new campsite creation on world famous Dartington estate
A dramatic structure created by University of Plymouth architecture students was unveiled on the Dartington estate’s campsite near Totnes today, in time for its summer visitors.
GP for Sir David Attenborough inspiring others into the career
Dr Lucy Obolensky, a GP who supported Sir David Attenborough as he filmed the hit show Our Planet, is hoping her experience will encourage more doctors to go into general practice.
First planning pre-application signals regeneration of Plymouth Railway Station with landmark building to educate tomorrow's health professionals
The University of Plymouth is acting as a catalyst for the regeneration of Plymouth Railway Station
Lionfish culls aim to preserve marine species and habitats in the Mediterranean Sea
Fishers and marine conservationists from the University of Plymouth are launching the first organised culls of predatory lionfish in a bid to prevent their spread across the Mediterranean Sea.
University launches policy to increase dialogue around menopause
The University’s Human Resources team, in partnership with trade unions and following feedback from managers and employees, has developed a new policy to provide a supportive and inclusive environment for staff experiencing symptoms of the menopause.
University teams up with eXXpedition to tackle the plastics in our oceans
The University of Plymouth and pioneering sailing and science organisation eXXpedition are joining forces to conduct new and innovative research into the impact plastic pollution is having on our oceans.
Reverse-engineered computer model provides insights into larval behaviour
A study by the University of Plymouth and the National Oceanography Centre abandons previously used methods to reveal new insights into larval behaviour in the ocean through reverse-engineering.
Why get involved in clinical trials? Read Michael’s story
Michael Broad has Parkinson's, and explains his involvement in a pioneering trial currently being run by the University of Plymouth.
Multimillion pound project will see AI remixing radio to help people living with dementia
A £2.7 million project is to use artificial intelligence to adapt and personalise live radio, with the aim of transforming life for people living alone with dementia.
eHealth expert named among nation’s lifesavers
Professor Ray Jones, whose research and projects focus on empowering more people to use digital health, is featured in a new Universities UK campaign.