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Crowdfunder helps to keep a student’s research project afloat
Plymouth University news: Crowdfunder helps to keep a student’s research project afloat
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Record attempt handcycle undergoes first tests
University of Plymouth news: A vehicle designed to enter the record books later this year has been tested for the first time under the watchful eye of experts from University of Plymouth
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Sustainability experts set to gather for 'Cracking Earth' conference
Plymouth University news: The fourth annual conference for the Institute for Sustainability Solutions Research will gather together experts from across academia, business and the third sector to look at research and potential partnerships
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Report calls for policy change to support GTR communities
Plymouth University news: Gypsies, Travellers and Roma (GTR) communities are significantly under-represented as victims in criminal justice processes, but over-represented as offenders, a study involving Plymouth University has found
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Mindfulness-based therapy could offer an alternative to antidepressants to prevent depression relapse
Plymouth University news: Researchers from Plymouth University are part of a team led by the University of Oxford whose new research suggests that mindfulness-based therapy could be an alternative to antidepressants to prevent depression relapse
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New study shows how discarded plastic bags are smothering marine life
Plymouth University news: A joint research study with Trinity College Dublin has show than plastic bags are impacting the development of microalgae, a key component of the marine ecosystem.
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Energy and environment play greater role in 2015 election fight
Plymouth University news: An independent analysis has shown the major political parties are taking energy and the environment seriously ahead of the 2015 General Election, seeing them as inextricably linked to future economic prosperity.
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Rising carbon dioxide levels stunt sea shell growth
Plymouth University news: An international team of researchers finds evidence that some sea creatures are able to trade size for survival in acidic waters - throwing new light on past mass extinctions and potential future climate change scenarios.
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Academic invited to self-determination debate
Plymouth University news: A Plymouth University academic has been invited to join a panel discussion featuring some of the world’s leading experts on national identity and governance
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International award for graduate's film
University of Plymouth news: A University of Plymouth graduate has won a prestigious award for a project which tells the story of his efforts to cope with the effects of meningitis
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92-year-old author to give talk at university
Plymouth University news: An author and activist who witnessed many of the great events of the 20th century is coming to Plymouth University to talk about his life and experiences
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Shortlisting recognises increased support for applicants
Plymouth University news: Plymouth University’s efforts to enhance its support for prospective students have been recognised after it was shortlisted for a national accolade
