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Local MP blown away by world-class offshore wind testing facilities
University of Plymouth news: Luke Pollard MP has called for urgent investment and support for the South West in realising the opportunities presented by developing floating offshore wind energy, following a visit to the University.
Filmmaking students win Royal Television Society Awards
Students from the University of Plymouth have picked up three of the main prizes at a regional event run by the Royal Television Society (RTS).
Seychelles beach cleans demonstrate potential for citizen science to tackle marine litter
University of Plymouth news: Students and academics from the University have collaborated on new research monitoring the effectiveness of beach cleans in the Seychelles
Study suggests real-time feedback in hotel showers could help the tourism industry cut water use
University of Plymouth news: The University was among those involved in a trial of smart technologies that can provide holiday makers with consumer messages while they are showering in their hotels
£1.2 million project explores whether brain state alters the effects of ultrasound
University of Plymouth news: Our researchers have been awarded around £1.2million to investigate whether a person’s pain or consciousness levels might influence the impact of transcranial ultrasound stimulation (TUS) on their brain
Retention ponds can deliver a substantial reduction in tyre particle pollution
University of Plymouth news: A new study has shown that retention ponds and wetlands constructed as part of major road schemes can reduce the quantities of tyre particles entering the aquatic environment by an average of 75%
University ranks 5th in UK for work experience opportunities
University of Plymouth news: Plymouth has ranked fifth in Rate My Placement's Best 50 Universities for Work Experience.
Initiative increases awareness of the threats posed by light pollution to the global ocean
University of Plymouth news: The Global Ocean Artificial Light at Night Network has been launched at the United Nations Ocean Decade Conference in Barcelona
University features on BBC’s Great Coastal Railway Journeys
University of Plymouth news: The University’s offshore renewable energy and marine autonomy expertise and facilities have been showcased in an episode of BBC 2’s Great Coastal Railway Journeys
Workshop explores ways to reduce energy demand and improve wellbeing in the Global South
University of Plymouth news: Dr Souran Chatterjee organised and coordinated a three-day event attended by Indian and Dutch policymakers, academics, and professionals in India
University praised for its student support and sustainability education
University of Plymouth news: Awarded triple gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework in 2023, our teaching and support has been highlighted in a new report commissioned by the Office for Students.
Scientists call on United States to take a positive stance to end plastic pollution
University of Plymouth news: Professor Richard Thompson OBE FRS is one of three signatories on a letter to United States President Joe Biden calling for independent scientific evidence to inform his country’s position on the global plastics treaty.