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Members of the University’s Coastal Processes Research Group conducting a full embayment survey at Perranporth, Cornwall. (Lloyd Russell, University of Plymouth)

Research explores beach recovery following severe storms

Plymouth University news: The recovery of beaches across the South West following the severe storms of 2013/14 is to be explored as part of a major new research initiative led by Plymouth University

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Patient volunteers needed for GP exercise referral study

Plymouth University news: A study assessing the effectiveness of the GP exercise referral service is extending its recruitment period so that more local patients can take part

Scientists working with a University of Plymouth team on sea ice in the Arctic (credit: Simon Belt/University of Plymouth)

Technique could assess historic changes to Antarctic sea ice and glaciers

Plymouth University news: Historic changes to Antarctic sea ice could be unravelled using a new technique pioneered by scientists at Plymouth University

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Specialist NICE appointment for Plymouth University dentistry academic

Plymouth University new: Following her role in the new NICE guideline for oral health care in care homes, Professor Liz Kay has been made a specialist committee member by NICE for a new standard for oral health promotion in care homes and hospitals

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Research aims to use wider engagement to improve prisoner-community relations

Plymouth University news: A research project from Plymouth University is designed to raise awareness of prisoner resettlement journeys, while developing a dialogue with the wider community in an effort to improve prisoner-community relations

Alcohol and substance use disorders

Could physical activity be good for alcohol and substance use disorders?

Plymouth University news: Physical activity could be good for disorders caused by alcohol and substance use, and a study led by Plymouth University will investigate what the benefits might be and how it might work

Mussels in ecotoxicology lab photo

Rising sea temperatures could enhance and accelerate radiation induced DNA effects in marine mussels

Plymouth University news: Increased sea temperatures could have a dramatic effect on radiation-induced damage in marine invertebrates, a study in conjunction with the Centre for Environment, Fisheries and Aquaculture Science (Cefas) suggests

Brain Tumour Research All Stars slam dunk for charity

Brain Tumour Research All Stars slam dunk for charity

Plymouth University news: A basketball team including Ben Mee from Dartmoor Zoo and Tom Daley's mum Debbie are to take to the court to help raise money for Brain Tumour Research

Iain with Andre Araujo (CEO of Shell Brazil) and Jo Crelin, (Consul General at the British Embassy) at British House

Professor Iain Stewart invited to Rio for a triathlon of speaking events

University of Plymouth news: Professor Iain Stewart MBE has completed a trio of high-profile speaking events in Rio, Brazil, as part of a scientific and cultural programme organised with the British Olympic Foundation.

Dr Shouqing Luo, who heads up research into Huntington's disease at University of Plymouth, receiving a check from the organisers of last year's event

Community fun event to raise money for local Huntington’s disease research

Plymouth University news: Huntington's disease research at Plymouth University is to receive a boost, thanks to a fundraising event to be held by local people affected by the disease

'Leaky gut' syndrome may be the culprit causing upset stomachs in the Olympic Village, suggests Professor Raymond Playford

Olympic stomach upsets ‘could be leaky gut’ suggests gastro-intestinal expert

Plymouth University news: Gastro-intestinal expert Professor Raymond Playford from Plymouth University suggests that the Olympic competitors complaining of stomach upsets may be suffering from 'leaky gut' syndrome

An empty queen cell means that a new queen is taking over the hive

Plight of pollinators highlighted on National Honey Bee day

Plymouth University news: As the University marks National Honey Bee day, Dr Mick Hanley explains the importance of sustaining bees and other pollinators