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Cultural investigation of lost communities wins Peninsula Arts Film Commission

Plymouth University news: A film inspired by folklore and an abandoned hovel in North Devon has been selected as the winner of the 2016 Peninsula Arts Film Commission

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Parents who pass on genetic conditions are likely to opt for prenatal testing in future

Plymouth University news: Having a child with a severe genetic condition will heavily impact on a parents’ decision to have prenatal testing in future, according to a new study co-conducted by Professor Heather Skirton.

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Plymouth top recruiter to UK cardiology study

Plymouth University news: A UK cardiology study involving researchers from Plymouth University is having the most success in recruiting in Plymouth

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University of Plymouth named in top 50 UK employers

University of Plymouth news: The University of Plymouth has been ranked by its own staff as one of the top 50 places to work in the UK, according to a new survey for media and finance company Bloomberg

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From hearing loss to homelessness: students host exhibition of collaborative projects

Plymouth University news: A series of collaborative projects by second year photography students at Plymouth University will be showcased to the public at Studio 102, on the Barbican in Plymouth

Coastal communities

Communities need greater involvement in measures to protect marine environment - study

Plymouth University news: The continued social acceptability of marine conservation measures in the UK could be reliant on increased engagement with the industries and stakeholders they are designed to benefit, a study by Plymouth University suggests

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Graduate's app aims to enhance children’s reading skills

Plymouth University news: A primary school teacher and Plymouth University graduate has created a new app designed to improve children’s reading skills through interactive gaming

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Conference to showcase integration of health services

Plymouth University news: Plymouth University is holding a conference to showcase how a pioneering integration of healthcare, social and wellbeing services is making a positive difference to the city.

Ian Sherriff, organiser of this year's 5th Plymouth Dementia Conference

5th Plymouth Dementia Conference draws national experts

Plymouth University news: From dementia friendly airports to dementia in the countryside, freedom to roam and care at home, this year's Plymouth Dementia Conference is a must-attend event

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Postgraduate paramedic course takes off

Plymouth University news: The University has collaborated with the Devon Air Ambulance Trust to deliver a masters programme in critical care specifically for air ambulance paramedics.

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Cholesterol-lowering drug Simvastatin trialled as a potential neuro-protective treatment for Parkinson’s

University of Plymouth news: A national clinical trial led by University of Plymouth has started recruiting participants to see if cholesterol-lowering drug Simvastatin has potential as a treatment for Parkinson's

An example of a successful business networking event at the University earlier this year

University hosts delegation from Ghana as part of efforts to forge international trade links

Plymouth University news: A delegation from Ghana will tour education and research facilities at Plymouth University as part of a three-day visit aimed at forging international trade links