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International Women's Day 2025

Accelerating action this International Women’s Day

Women from the across the University of Plymouth and beyond have shared successes and challenged expectations at special events marking International Women’s Day

Plastic bottle and other plastic marine litter on a beach

Study highlights how population density and location shape litter levels facing UK communities

University of Plymouth news: New research led by the University is the first UK-based research to investigate the links between geography, community and patterns of litter accumulation in the environment

Winners's trophy

Nursing and midwifery excellence recognised in national awards

University of Plymouth news: The University of Plymouth has been shortlisted in seven categories of the Student Nursing Times Awards – with one student nominated in three.

Fitzroy alumni - Pam Frost, David Adkins, Shelley Oliver, Rachel Goodsell and Ben Siu

Meet the alumni who brought Plymouth’s new business school to life

The £14.5million redevelopment of the Fitzroy Building was led by University of Plymouth graduates using their skills to inspire the next generation.

Simon Hallett and Professor Richard Davies

Plymouth Business School is in a league of its own

Plymouth Business School is in a league of its own

Pregnant person sea swimming

Is it safe to swim outdoors during pregnancy? New study opening doors to find out

University of Plymouth news: A first-of-its-kind study has focused specifically on the safety of cold water swimming during pregnancy – and is taking steps to fill the gap in evidence.

Atlantic oak woodland at Piles Copse on Dartmoor, UK, was studied to better understand oak regeneration into upland pastures (Credit - Lloyd Russell, University of Plymouth)

University works on pioneering tree planting approach aiming to boost flood resilience and restore nature

University of Plymouth news: An initiative involving partners who have worked together on Dartmoor for a number of years builds on research by academics and students linked to the UK’s temperate rainforests

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Scientists call for efforts to protect habitats of critically endangered shark species

University of Plymouth news: New research led by Marine Biology and Oceanography graduate Kerry Brown highlights how the whitefin swellshark will be forced to move and adapt under the future ocean conditions

Prisoner sitting in front of a barred window

New report offers recommendations to help ease pressure on prisons

University of Plymouth news: A new paper supported by the University of Plymouth delves into the issue of fixed term recall.

Sunscreen bottle and sunglasses on the sand, with the sea in the background.

Sunscreen's potential impact on marine life needs urgent investigation

University of Plymouth news: Researchers at the University of Plymouth and Plymouth Marine Laboratory are examining any environmental threats posed by the chemical compounds in sunscreen.

Volunteers helping a diverse group of people with disabilities. People include blind male character and female in wheelchair, male with prosthetic arm and female with prosthetic leg.

Disabled students to shape national guidance on disability support

University of Plymouth news: The Addressing Disparity of Provision initiative aims to ensure all students with disabilities have access to inclusive education and personal experiences during their time at university

Pam Frost with her children

“Even if you think you can’t do something, you definitely can”

University of Plymouth news: “Even if you think you can’t do something, you definitely can.” Project Manager Pam Frost outlines her career journey during National Apprenticeship Week - and encourages others to explore study options.