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Dr Jon Gil Ranedo and Dr Claudia Barros, from the University of Plymouth’s Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence, will investigate how changes in glioma stem cells affect their vulnerability and whether that can be used to identify novel therapies

Research hopes to uncover new vulnerabilities in glioma tumour cells

University of Plymouth news: Researchers in our Brain Tumour Research Centre have been awarded funding to explore the role oncolytic viruses – which selectively infect and kill tumour cells – might play in the treatment of certain forms of brain tumour.

A diver next to cannon on the wreck of HMS Colossus on the seabed off the Isles of Scilly. The photo was supplied in connection with the new Common Enforcement Manual for Heritage Crime at Sea developed by Historic England and the University of Plymouth

New measures to protect historic shipwrecks from the threat of heritage crime

University of Plymouth news: Experts from the University have worked with Historic England to develop guidance designed to clamp down on illegal activity involving England’s underwater cultural heritage

A father and a boy with autism are playing at the table, using toys to help the child develop motor and cognitive skills.

Project aims to transform care and support for families with an autistic child

University of Plymouth news: A major trial led by the University is examining whether SAFE (Systemic Autism-related Family Enabling) can significantly improve the mental health, wellbeing, and functioning of families with an autistic child

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University contributes to ambitious plan for food security and growth

University of Plymouth news: Academics from the University’s Centre of Research excellence in Intelligent and Sustainable Productive Systems (CRISPS) have worked with partners across the Great South West consortium on the new Agrifood Growth Plan

CETUS survey work with HydroSurv

University helps to launch National Marine Autonomy Accelerator to drive innovation and opportunity

University of Plymouth news: Delivered through a partnership of Tech South West, Babcock International Group and the University, the programme will support high-growth companies working in autonomous marine systems

Brain Research and Imaging Centre (BRIC) magnetic resonance imaging laboratory

University joins UK collaboration driving innovations in advanced neurotechnologies

University of Plymouth news: Through its Brain Research and Imaging Centre (BRIC) and the Centre for Therapeutic Ultrasound (CENTUS), the University is playing a key role in the new National Centre for Neurotechnology and Neurorestoration

Drone footage captured by the University of Plymouth's Coastal Processes Research Group on February 5, 2026 showing the A379 between Torcross and Strete in South Devon damaged by a series of winter storms

Storms and shifting sands – assessing the ocean’s impact on Start Bay

University of Plymouth news: Members of the University’s Coastal Processes Research Group have been conducting assessments along Start Bay for the past 20 years, charting the changes caused by rising sea levels and increased storms

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Plymouth’s anchor institutions unite to support parents with new online resource

Plymouth’s anchor institutions, Plymouth City Council, Babcock International Group, the University of Plymouth, and University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust, unite to support parents with new online resource via the Plymouth Online Directory.

A screengrab from a video showing a pollack being lowered back into the ocean, and then released, after being caught as part of a research project led by the University of Plymouth

Releasing pollack at depth could benefit their long-term survival

University of Plymouth news: New research led by the University has suggested changing how pollack are released after being caught by recreational anglers could have a marked difference on the fisheries’ long-term sustainability

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Tech companies need to unite and make device security easier for users

University of Plymouth news: Researchers at the University say the majority of security systems being used by technologies companies place an undue burden on users to understand different and difficult security rules

Professor Aled Jones, Head of the School of Nursing and Midwifery at the University of Plymouth; Dr David Jones, Director of Academic and Student Support at UPIC; and Samantha Davis, from the Development and Alumni Team at the University of Plymouth

Generous donation marks nursing fund milestone

University of Plymouth news: Generous donation marks nursing fund milestone. The £1,000 donation to the Claire Chick Nursing fund marks what would have been her 50th birthday.

Dental students treating patients in New George Street clinic

New city centre dental clinic welcomes its first patients

University of Plymouth news: New city centre dental clinic welcomes its first patients. The University’s £5 million development will deliver emergency dental care to thousands of patients.