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Scientists develop tool which can predict coastal erosion and recovery in extreme storms
Coastal scientists at the University of Plymouth have developed a computerised model which goes some way to answering their subject’s ‘holy grail’ – how to use existing data to confidently forecast annual coastal erosion and accretion
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‘Nutrient extraction’ can lower the glycaemic index of fruit juice
A team of scientists from the University of Plymouth has carried out the first independent research into the effect on post-meal blood glucose of juice prepared using increasingly popular nutrient extractors.
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Improving body image through novel new tool
A team of artists and scientists – including PhD students from the University of Plymouth – has won a competition to develop a tool that positively and creatively influences a person’s perception of their own body.
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'How an MSc reignited my passion for dentistry'
Andy Harris, who won the MSc Restorative Dentistry prize at PUPSMD annual prize night, explains why the award was so personally important
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Charities and medical experts call for all women to be offered 'royal standard' of pregnancy sickness treatment
PhD student Caitlin Dean leading conference to explore latest research and treatment for severe pregnancy sickness HG - saying it should be offered to all women
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Identifying cancer links more quickly – genetics project wins European Health Award
The Gen-Equip Project, led by Professor Heather Skirton from the University of Plymouth, received the award at the 20th European Health Forum Gastein (EHFG)
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University committed to embedding sustainability in post-16 education
The University has signed the 'SDG Accord’ - the higher education sector’s response to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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Conference successful showcase of dental research
The British Society for Oral and Dental Research, hosted by the University of Plymouth in early September, has been deemed a success and an excellent showcase of the latest in dental research.
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Academics and graduates hack the city at Victoria and Albert Museum
Visitors had the chance to talk to a plant, chat with a bench and deceive a light at an exhibition staged by the University of Plymouth at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London
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Marine Institute Research Fellows invited to address global marine conference
Plymouth University news: Senior Research Fellows Dr Sian Rees and Dr Emma Sheehan present findings and analysis at the fourth International Marine Protected Areas Conference in Chile
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Public event marks upcoming centenary of momentous decision for women’s rights
A free event at the University of Plymouth will commemorate the upcoming centenary of women gaining the right to vote and stand for Parliament. Language, Gender and Politics forms part of a wider project funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council
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South-west businesses to display work by up-and-coming artists
The University of Plymouth is giving south-west businesses the opportunity to display work from some of the region’s up and coming artists through a new project, ArtWorks