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Wheelchair champion and ex-soldier join quest for handcycle world records

University of Plymouth news: A former winner of the London Marathon and an ex-serviceman injured while on active service are teaming up with University of Plymouth for a world record attempt

Brett Butler-Smythe

Apprentice star speaks to business students

Plymouth University news: The Apprentice semi-finalist Brett Butler-Smythe has been passing on the benefits of his experience to the next generation of aspiring entrepreneurs during a series of events at Plymouth University

Maritime business

University to investigate use of satellite technology to support maritime business

University of Plymouth news: University of Plymouth is part of a new regional hub exploring how satellite technology can be used to drive business growth in the South West

South India dental elective

Dental students to provide dental care to children in south India

Plymouth University news: Dental students from Plymouth University will join other dental students around the world in a project to bring dental care to children in south India, who otherwise would receive no dental care at all

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Academic's study explores works and influences of Rufus Wainwright

Plymouth University news: A new book exploring the influences and output of popular singer-songwriter Rufus Wainwright has been released by a Plymouth University academic

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War Horse illustrations help student onto international awards longlist

Plymouth University news: An arts student who worked for more than 20 years as a lawyer before deciding on a dramatic change of course with Plymouth University is in the running for an international award

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Non-destructive technique measures oxygen levels in 3D cells used for toxicity testing

Plymouth University news: A non-destructive technique which can measure the presence of oxygen in 3D models of biological cells has been developed by scientists at Plymouth University and pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca

Law Clinic First Stop Shop

Law students take employment and family advice into the community

Plymouth University news: Law students from Plymouth University will be offering members of the local community advice on legal issues as part of a new project

Business competiton

Cornish school earns double success in second annual business presentation competition

Plymouth University news: Electric cars, online security, the effect of technology on businesses and the complexity of patenting were among the topics covered in a schools business challenge at Plymouth University

Phantom boats

Entrepreneur relaunches iconic speedboat

Plymouth University news: A South West entrepreneur is relaunching the iconic British sports boat, which he recalls “dreaming of owning” when he was growing up in Devon, with support from the Marine Innovation Centre at Plymouth University

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Patients’ delight with treatment from Plymouth University dental students

Plymouth University news: Figures from the latest national Friends and Family Test show that patients are so happy with the treatment they have received from dental students from Plymouth University, that almost all would me a recommendation

Farming and dementia

New project focuses on dementia in farming and rural communities

Plymouth University news: Dementia is a growing issue, especially in rural communities where populations tend to be older. This new study will help to better understand dementia in the countryside and identify ways to people and services