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Thinning ice in Antarctica could boost oceanic carbon absorption
University of Plymouth news: Research involving scientists from the University has shed new light on natural processes in East Antarctica that could, over long timescales, help the Southern Ocean absorb more carbon dioxide from the atmosphere
New year marks new beginnings for care leaver
University of Plymouth news: New year marks new beginnings for care leaver. Rachel explains how “there’s more to the world than the cards you’re dealt” and hopes to inspire others.
New Year, new opportunities to get creative
University of Plymouth news: University relaunches art and design offer with new Creative Futures Taster Day on 10 January 2026.
Study explores why some drug therapies are ineffective for brain tumour patients
University of Plymouth news: New research at the University, supported by the Children’s Tumor Foundation, will trial combinations of drugs to try and find the first effective non-surgical treatments for patients with neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2)
Epilepsy can lead to earlier deaths in people with intellectual disabilities
University of Plymouth news: A team of UK-based researchers led by the University has said the shocking statistics are the result of missed opportunities and health inequalities, while campaigners believe it should be a source of public outrage
Scientists receive £2.8m funding boost to advance research into brain tumours
University of Plymouth news: Already renowned as a hub for world-leading research into low-grade brain tumours, the University has received a five-year investment that will accelerate its progress towards clinical trials for tumour therapies
Academics welcome parliamentary debate into national acquired brain injury action plan
University of Plymouth news: Dr Alyson Norman works to highlight the hidden costs of acquired brain injuries – both to individuals and the economy – and has welcomed news that the issue is to be debated in the Houses of Parliament
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Alcohol-free drinks popular during pregnancy – but new research shows guidelines are lacking
University of Plymouth news: With Christmas party season upon us, research prompts call for improved guidelines and clarity on the safety and suitability of alcohol alternatives.
Defence leaders and autonomy innovators gather in Plymouth for Land, Sea, Air conference
University of Plymouth news: Organised by The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) and hosted at the University of Plymouth, Land, Sea, Air was designed to explore how the region can become a world-leading hub for autonomous systems
New report calls for a higher qualified workforce of early childhood professionals
A new report, led by the University of Plymouth, is calling for stronger action across all four UK nations to strengthen qualification requirements for the early years workforce.
University appoints its first Professors of Practice
University of Plymouth news: Ian McFadzen and Sam Duffield have been appointed the University's first Professors of Practice and will use their experience in industry to benefit staff and students across the Faculty of Science and Engineering
Non-invasive technology can shape the brain’s reward-seeking mechanisms
University of Plymouth news: New research led by the University of Plymouth has found that targeted ultrasound can be used to change the function of a deep region of the human brain