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The confluence of the Alaknanda and Bhagirathi Rivers, which represents the source of the Ganges. Differences in the colour of the water are the result of variations in sediment load, which can be caused by landscape disturbances originating higher in the catchment.

£1m project aims to forecast long-term effects of debris transported by natural disasters

University of Plymouth news: Led by the University, the SUPERSLUG initiative will assess how sediment moved by landslides, avalanches and other extreme events can impact river systems and the landscapes and communities near them

Students and mentors celebrate with certificates

‘Amazing’ program inspires future students into engineering

University of Plymouth news: The Engineering for Inclusion program, a project to remove barriers into engineering, has been hailed a huge success.

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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.

Healthcare practitioner taking elderly man's blood pressure

£2.4 million project aims to help people with multiple long-term conditions stay well

University of Plymouth news: Researchers from the University are part of a major new project aiming to establish some of the common issues that exist for people living with more than one health condition.

Kyra Rosas meal with friends

“Two days in Plymouth made me want to stay for the year”

Kyra Rosas came to the University on international exchange from Florida.

Heat pump unit surrounded by decorative plants.

Demand-side actions could help construction sector deliver on net-zero targets

University of Plymouth news: New research led by the University used a detailed mathematical model to demonstrate that the construction sector in the UK and Europe could almost eliminate its carbon emissions by 2060.

Microplastics in the Mediterranean: Fine plastic parts in the sea off the Greek island of Crete. Recorded in May 2018. Credit: Dirk Wahn, courtesy of Getty Images

Scientists say we have enough evidence to agree global action on microplastics

University of Plymouth news: A new study, published in the journal Science, comes 20 years after the University led the first ever research highlighting the issue of microplastics in the ocean.

UK's first temperate rainforests conference organised by the Sustainable Earth Institute

First national conference highlights the global importance of temperate rainforests

University of Plymouth news: The UK's first temperate rainforests conference was hosted at the University of Plymouth and brought together academics, environmentalists and practitioners.

Perspective view of empty concrete floor with cement structure and wooden wall building exterior. 3d rendering. SDG9

Research highlights how global action can deliver transformative change for the planet

University of Plymouth news: Dr Souran Chatterjee, Lecturer in Energy Transitions, played a significant role in the science team behind a major report published by the United Nations

Oars of Thunder with Richard Thompson and James Delaney - World's Toughest Row event

Rowing the Atlantic to inspire the next generation

University of Plymouth news - Rowing the Atlantic to inspire the next generation

Render of WEDUSEA OceanEnergy OE-35 wave energy device, due to launch in summer 2025

Innovative wave energy project receives green light from European Union

University of Plymouth news: The University of Plymouth is a key partner in the €19.6 million WEDUSEA project, which aims to be the stepping stone towards large scale wave energy commercialisation.

Busy campus during Freshers Week

University shortlisted for two accolades at Times Higher Education Awards

University of Plymouth news: The University is in the running for the Outstanding Contribution to Environmental Leadership and Outstanding Estates Team categories of the prestigious annual higher education awards.