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Polly Macpherson

Design lecturer invited to judge prestigious national craft initiative

Plymouth University news: Polly Macpherson, Associate Professor in 3D Design, has been selected as one of the expert judges for the Woman's Hour Craft Prize 2017, a new initiative developed by the BBC, Crafts Council and V&A

An underwater canyon

Important submarine canyons ecosystems are at risk

Plymouth University news: A recent review, co-authored by scientists at Plymouth, pulling together studies of submarine canyons has identified that they are at risk from human activities, and require better protection. 

Coastal research at Porthleven

New climate index based on atmospheric pressure produces more accurate predictions of storm wave conditions

Plymouth University news: A new climate index controlling storm wave activity along the Atlantic coast of Europe has been proposed by coastal researchers from Plymouth University, in collaboration with colleagues from three institutions in France

Southern Medical University China

China agreements for University of Plymouth emphasise international reputation

Plymouth University news: Southern Medical University in China has entered into research and teaching agreements with Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry

Toddlers at Nomony Children's Centre get to grips with tooth brushing techniques

Dental students look at children’s oral health in inner cities

Plymouth University news: Working with charity Barnardo's, dental students have got to know the oral health issues affecting inner city toddlers and their families, and identified ways to address those issues

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Report on new estimates of the size of the lesbian, gay and bisexual population of England

Plymouth University news: In order for Public Health England to provide services appropriate to the needs of the LGB population in England, researchers from Plymouth University have produced a new report on estimating the size of the LGB population

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The iSPER Brexit Series offers academic insight on impact of leaving the EU

Plymouth University news: The University of Plymouth has today launched an initiative which sees leading academics endeavouring to provide policy makers and the public with an informed insight into the Brexit debate

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NHS opening doors for digital innovators in the South West

Plymouth University news: A health app developer from the University of Plymouth whose work joined the NHS Innovation Accelerator programme, will as a result receive support from the South West Academic Health Science Network

Admiral Sir George Zambellas

Former First Sea Lord addresses naval officers and students in Greece

Plymouth University news: The former First Sea Lord and Chief of Naval Staff, Admiral Sir George Zambellas, has addressed Greek officers, students and academics at an event co-hosted by the Hellenic National Defence College and the University of Plymouth

A demonstration of the modified Valsalva technique

Abnormally-fast heart rate technique study showcased for NIHR 10th anniversary

Plymouth University news: The National Institute for Health Research has chosen a project managed by the Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit at Plymouth University to showcase in celebration of its 10th anniversary

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Student Victim Support Service launched at University

University of Plymouth news: A new Victim Support Service has been launched at the University of Plymouth – run by students for students in need.

Peripheral nerve damage

New research may pave the way for peripheral nerve damage repair

Plymouth University news: New research from Plymouth University means a better understanding of how peripheral nerves self-repair, leading to hope of an effective treatment for the estimated one in ten people over 55 in the UK affected by the condition