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Project aims to benefit net zero targets, soil health, biodiversity and agriculture
University of Plymouth news: Researchers from the University are part of the £4million OpenLAND initiative, which aims to put the UK on a path to deliver net zero emissions by 2050
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University joins delegates at final round of Global Plastics Treaty negotiations
University of Plymouth news: Plymouth-based researchers are meeting with world leaders and scientists at INC-5 in South Korea.
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‘An incredible opportunity’ – students encouraged to apply for £1,000 grant
University of Plymouth news: ‘An incredible opportunity’ – students encouraged to apply for £1,000 grant. 10 lots of £1,000 available to University of Plymouth students thanks to Santander Universities.
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Research highlights the pressures from human activities on tropical marine ecosystems
University of Plymouth news: In new research led by the University, fishing and tourism were found to be essential to communities in Southeast Asia but also among the most damaging from an environmental perspective
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University benefits from major investment in next generation of scientists
University of Plymouth news: The University has secured funding from UK Research and Innovation to either lead, or be part of, three Doctoral Landscape Awards that will train and support more research students across science, engineering and health
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Success at the double – University's two wins at 2024 Green Gown Awards
University of Plymouth news: The University's awards acknowledge our world-leading microplastics research and work to educate young people about the environment.
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Academic nominated by UK Government to contribute to global biodiversity assessment of nature’s contributions to people
University of Plymouth news: Dr Sian Rees will be a lead author on a multi-year assessment to identify the most effective means to monitor global biodiversity and its links to human health and wellbeing
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Biology for a Better Tomorrow
The University of Plymouth features in a new digital series showcasing biosciences as key to a sustainable future.
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Bio-based fibres could pose greater threat to the environment than conventional plastics
University of Plymouth news: New research led by the University has prompted scientists to suggest that materials being advocated as alternatives to plastic should be tested thoroughly before they are used extensively in a range of products
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Weever stings provide scientists with a unique way of assessing impacts of environment on coastal fish populations
University of Plymouth news: A new study has used lifeguard records of beach users and weever fish stings to learn more about populations of weever fish.
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Study highlights complex ocean conditions facing world’s most powerful tidal turbine
University of Plymouth news: Scientists from the University and the Marine Biological Association led a study that combined innovative drone technology and boat-based surveys to pave the way for the efficient and sustainable development of tidal energy
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University scientist plays key role in global Plankton Manifesto
University of Plymouth news: Dr Abigail McQuatters-Gollop helped to develop a landmark document, unveiled at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, which emphasises the critical role of plankton for the planet.