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New fund to remember local businessman who died from brain tumour
The Roger Harris Fund will support the leading work at the University of Plymouth’s Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence
Research investigates impact of climate change on glacier-fed rivers in Peru
The University of Plymouth is leading a major research project to establish the precise effects future changes in the glacial system might pose for remote communities in the Peruvian Andes
Students help children and families overcome fear of the dentist
Dental Therapy and Hygiene students designed a hands-on session in a clinical setting for the Family Intensive Intervention Project
Smart speakers project to advance elderly care across Cornwall
As part of the ERDF-funded EPIC project, the University is delivering 150 Amazon Echo Spots to Cornish care homes thanks to a grant from Cornwall Council
Plymouth’s first female doctor commemorated at Peninsula Medical School
Plymouth’s first female doctor, Rosa Bale, has been commemorated to mark International Women’s Day, with a lecture theatre named in her honour.
Scientists use a blender to reveal what’s in our smartphones
Scientists at the University of Plymouth blended an entire smartphone to dust before conducting a chemical analysis of the dissolved results to demonstrate why we should all take a keener interest in what is contained within everyday electrical items.
University scientists contribute to international report on microplastic risk
Scientists from the University of Plymouth have contributed to a major European report summarising the current science on risks to humans and environment posed by microplastics
Event to inspire new health professionals in Plymouth
Trainee podiatrists from the University of Plymouth will be showcasing their profession at the Prospects Skills Show on 13 and 14 March.
Aerospace and engineering firms hear about potential of electron microscopy
The University hosts businesses in the aeronautical and engineering sectors keen to learn about electron microscopy and how it can help them.
‘Breasts as you’ve never seen them before’ – exhibition of prosthetics to challenge our assumptions
'Becoming' by Rosie Brave will display alternative prosthesis designs for women who have undergone surgery for breast cancer. The show takes place in the Second Floor Roland Levinsky Gallery from 15-29 March 2019.
Could it be sepsis? New paper to raise awareness among dental professionals
New paper published in the British Dental Journal highlights what dental professionals need to know about sepsis and the importance of communicating these signs to patients.
Five Plymouth projects shortlisted for national awards
Five projects from the University of Plymouth have been named finalists in a national awards scheme that recognises best practice in patient experience - the Patient Experience Network National Awards (PENNAs)