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Paramedic students steam into action
University of Plymouth news: Paramedic students have put their skills to an explosive test by attending to casualties in a simulated train crash.
Second home owners feel they have positive impact on tourist communities - study
Plymouth University news: Second home owners in North Cornwall believe they have an overwhelmingly positive impact on the region generating opportunities for employment and boosting the economy, a study has suggested.
Plymouth becomes first university to install new device for visually impaired
University of Plymouth news: Plymouth will be the first university in the world to install a new device helping visually impaired people navigate safely around disabled access toilets.
Senior fellowship for dental educator
Plymouth University: Kamran Ali is Clinical Lead in Oral Surgery and Module Lead for Applied Dental Knowledge Assessment at Plymouth University - he has been made a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy
Plymouth University awards honorary doctorate to the Secretary-General of the IMO
Plymouth University news: The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization – the United Nations agency concerned with maritime safety and security and the prevention of marine pollution from ships – is awarded an honorary doctorate.
Tooth Defenders to the rescue!
Plymouth University news: A team from the Peninsula Dental Social Enterprise is working with pupils and staff at Prince Rock Primary School to help pupils look after their teeth
Pilot study reveals storm response of offshore lighthouses
University of Plymouth news: The unseen responses of remote offshore lighthouse during severe storm conditions have been revealed in a new study by the University of Plymouth.
Reduction in use welcome but more legislation required to solve waste problem
Plymouth University news: In the wake of Tesco’s announcement that plastic bag use has dropped 78% in its stores since 5p charges were introduced, a leading scientist says more work is needed to address the issue of plastic litter in the environment
Albion have sights firmly set on success
Plymouth University news: Optometry students from Plymouth University have helped rugby stars from Plymouth Albion to keep their season in focus by conducting free eye examinations.
Students generate entrepreneurial enthusiasm for social change
Plymouth University news: Aspiring entrepreneurs from Plymouth University have taken part in the 2015 Social Storm Hackathon using technology to create solutions to global social issues
GAIN hunts down South West’s 20 hottest businesses for exclusive network
Plymouth University news: The Growth Acceleration and Investment Network (GAIN) launches a new network to find the fastest-growing and most innovative businesses in the South West.
Keeping children's smiles bright this Christmas
Plymouth University news: Christmas is a time of food and drink temptation for children, but these helpful tips will help protect your children's teeth without the need to ban from from the sweet tin altogether