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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.
University features in project celebrating engineers’ role in shaping the world
The University of Plymouth has been featured in Shaping the World, a major project marking the 200th anniversary of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)
Research shows that people overestimate benefits – and underestimate risks – of medical interventions
From major heart surgery to a course of minor drugs, people overestimate the benefits and underestimate the risks of a variety of medical procedures, according to new research led by the School of Psychology.
‘Floundering without support’ – a dementia carer’s story on why new research is vital
Dorothy Tudor has cared for her partner Bob since he was diagnosed with dementia seven years ago, and explains why new Plymouth and NIHR dementia research is vital
£2.7 million study to focus on dementia support workers in primary care
A new study led by the University of Plymouth is investigating how to introduce dementia support workers into GPs surgeries, with the ultimate aim of improving the quality of life for dementia patients and their carers.
University and three schools achieve Athena SWAN awards
The University and three of its schools have attained Athena SWAN bronze awards in recognition of a commitment to improve gender equality.
Bullying and harassment in the NHS could be costing billions
Bullying and harassment in the NHS in England could be costing the organisation over £2 billion per year, according to new research published in Public Money & Management.