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Decade of research shows little improvement in password guidance

More than a decade after first examining the issue, research by the University of Plymouth has shown most of the world's top ten English-speaking websites offer little or no advice guidance on creating passwords that are less likely to be hacked.
17 July 2018
University of Plymouth features in national report showcasing business and university collaboration

The University of Plymouth is highlighted in a national report showcasing the best collaborations between universities and businesses.
16 July 2018
Plymouth becomes first dental school to gain Royal College of Surgeons’ centre accreditation

The University of Plymouth Peninsula Dental School has become the first dental school in the UK to gain Surgical Education Centre accreditation from the Royal College of Surgeons (RCS).
12 July 2018
Research reveals strategy for 'no-mining zones' in the deep sea

international team of researchers including scientists at the University of Plymouth has developed a comprehensive set of criteria to help the International Seabed Authority (ISA) protect local biodiversity from deep-sea mining activities
12 July 2018
Moving fish farms enables seagrass meadows to thrive, study shows

University of Plymouth news: Commercial fish farms should be moved away from seagrass meadows in order for both to thrive in the future, according to new research led by the University.
11 July 2018
Taking the plunge for marine conservation

Psychologist Jon Rhodes writes about the challenges facing endurance swimmer Lewis Pugh, awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the University of Plymouth in 2015, as he swims the length of the English Channel to raise awareness of marine conservation
11 July 2018
Project shortlisted for prestigious award combines beauty and function to help banish winter blues

A student design that mimics the rhythm of daylight to reduce Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) has been shortlisted for a prestigious prize run by luxury Swiss watchmaker Rado.
11 July 2018
Project will display contemporary art in Plymouth landmarks and outdoor locations

A pilot for a new biennial festival of contemporary art is taking place this autumn, thanks to a partnership between the University and The Box.
10 July 2018
Academic earns accolade for public and scientific communication

Iain Stewart, Professor of Geoscience Communication and Director of the Sustainable Earth Institute at the University of Plymouth, has been awarded the Geological Society of America's President's Medal
10 July 2018
Immunity could be key to addressing coral crisis

A new commentary by Dr Caroline Palmer from the University of Plymouth, published in Nature’s Communications Biology, provides hope that a shift in research focus will support coral reef conservation and restoration efforts.
9 July 2018
University of Plymouth unveils socio-economic impact study at special event on ‘civic universities’

The University of Plymouth releases a socioeconomic impact report into revealing the scale of its contribution to local, regional and national economies.
6 July 2018
National competition recognises students who balance study with paid work

Students successfully juggling studies and part-time work - and the people and businesses that employ them - have been celebrated in the first stage of a national competition.
3 July 2018