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Trial explores whether HIV and AIDS drugs could be used to treat brain tumours
University of Plymouth news: Scientists at our Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence are conducting a clinical trial to see whether using anti-retroviral medications could help people with Neurofibromatosis 2 (NF2)
University of Plymouth and City College Plymouth sign memorandum of understanding
A longstanding partnership between Plymouth’s two biggest education providers that has benefitted more than 20,000 students was celebrated with the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MOU) this week (Tuesday 18 June 2024).
How soil health collaborations are changing agriculture
University of Plymouth news: Combining local knowledge with the latest sensing technology is improving soil health in the Global South, with important lessons for the North.
Plymouth among most affordable UK cities for students
High quality education in a great value setting: An article by degree comparison site, WhatUni, highlights that Britain’s Ocean City is one of the best value cities in the UK to live as a student.
Vice-Chancellor made DBE in His Majesty The King’s Birthday Honours 2024
University of Plymouth news: Professor Dame Judith Petts DBE recognised for services to higher education and sustainability, 14 June 2024
Is magnesium the sleeping potion that enables sandhoppers to survive cold winters?
University of Plymouth news: Our researchers have shown for the first time that when sandhoppers want to enter a period of deep sleep they have the means through which to increase their magnesium levels so they reach a state of enforced rest
University named among world’s best for minimising waste and marine excellence
University of Plymouth news: The Times Higher Impact Rankings have praised the University for its research and activities linked to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
Students’ work showcased in National Portrait Gallery
University of Plymouth news: Photography students have seen their work displayed in the Photo Portrait Now exhibition.
Busiest year yet for Careers Mentoring
University of Plymouth news - Busiest year yet for Careers Mentoring
Academic shares expertise on 80th anniversary of D-Day
University of Plymouth in the news: Dr Harry Bennett, Associate Professor in History, was interviewed by the world’s media as commemorations took place for the 80th anniversary of D-Day
Peatlands are nature's unsung climate warriors
University of Plymouth news: Dr Scott Davidson explains how peatlands have a myriad of functions, from carbon storage to biodiversity restoration.
South West ‘living lab’ to answer key sustainability questions
University of Plymouth news: A ground-breaking research centre is turning South West England into a 'living laboratory' with the intention of answering some of agriculture’s most pressing sustainability questions.