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Blind veterans charity to benefit from Plymouth’s research expertise
A former Fleet Air Arm engineer for twenty five years turned social research champion has been named Chair of the research group in national charity Blind Veterans UK.
Beaches still struggling to recover following 2013/14 winter storms
New research involving the University of Plymouth shows that many beaches on the north coast of Cornwall and Devon have only recovered to around 75% of their previous states
Companies invited to get up close with Electron Microscopy
Companies across Devon can find out how cutting edge technology housed within the Plymouth Electron Microscopy Centre can benefit their business during a free event at the University of Plymouth
Amazon forests failing to keep up with climate change
An environmental scientist from the University of Plymouth, Dr Sophie Fauset, has contributed to major new research assessing the impact of global warming on thousands of tree species across the Amazon
University features in film celebrating Plymouth’s engineering prowess
The University of Plymouth features in a new film Engineering Plymouth, produced as part of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)’s 200th anniversary celebrations.
‘Your infection can’t be treated’… a phrase too close to reality
In the lead up to World Antibiotic Awareness Week (12-18 November), Dr Tina Joshi from the University of Plymouth explains why we all need to take the threat of antibiotic resistance more seriously.
Could you be related to pioneering first female doctor?
The University and Plymouth City Council are searching for relatives of Dr Rosa Bale, who is to be honoured for her achievements with a blue plaque on the campus.
Drilling work begins on deep geothermal energy project
Researchers at the University of Plymouth are preparing to expand their work linked to the United Downs Deep Geothermal Power project, funded by the European Regional Development Fund and Cornwall Council
£5million partnership aims to train the scientists of tomorrow
The University of Plymouth is one of five universities involved in the Advanced Research and Innovation in Environmental Science (ARIES) Doctoral Training Partnership, which has received more than £5 million from the Natural Environmental Research Council
Film tells story of Plymouth Chief Constable who waged war on crime and immorality
An unsung Plymouth hero who as Chief Constable of the city’s police led a crusade against drunkenness, prostitution and gambling is being celebrated in a new film.
Oxygen levels impact on species’ ability and willingness to fight
Scientists at the University of Plymouth, writing in the Journal of Experimental Biology, say that environmental conditions could play a major role in the instigation of fights within the animal kingdom
Scientist supports Global Commitment to eliminate plastic pollution at the source
Professor Richard Thompson, Head of the University of Plymouth’s International Marine Litter Research Unit, is supporting the New Plastics Economy Global Commitment is led by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation, in collaboration with UN Environment.