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Maritime rope could be adding billions of microplastics to the ocean every year
A study by the University of Plymouth’s International Marine Litter Research Unit is the first to explore the potential for rope to become a source of microplastic pollution in the marine environment
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New guide to promote dementia friendly dentistry across the UK
A new guide to help dental professionals incorporate dementia-friendly care into their practice has been published by the University of Plymouth.
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National recognition for Plymouth’s innovative IGNITE festival
IGNITE is shortlisted for a Times Higher Education University Award
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Futures2021 festival of discovery returns to Plymouth
Held as part of European Researchers Night, Futures2021 features a range of in-person and online events featuring world-leading academics from the University of Plymouth
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Consortium submits plan to confirm South West’s status as a global leader in ocean technology innovation
The University of Plymouth is part of a consortium that has submitted a plan to Government which would confirm the South West’s position at the global forefront of ocean technology research and innovation
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New report outlines steps needed to reduce child deaths from serious illness
The Before Arrival at Hospital (BeArH) report has been welcomed by parents whose children suffered - and they hope it will stop their experience from happening to others.
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Employers should adapt remote working policies to target physical activity, stress and diet, study recommends
Companies considering remote working in the post-pandemic world need to introduce measures to increase physical activity, reduce stress and improve diet for employees, a new study has found.
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University comfortably within the top 50 of the Guardian University Guide 2022
The University of Plymouth has been ranked 41st overall in the UK in the Guardian University Guide 2022
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Plymouth to host UK’s first charging network for electric maritime vessels
The University of Plymouth is working with Plymouth City Council, Princess Yachts Limited and Aqua SuperPower to develop a network of electric maritime charging facilities around Plymouth Sound
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Marine Protected Area status can boost fish populations by almost 400%
A new study by the University of Plymouth has shown that protecting areas of the ocean and coastlines with “whole-site” Marine Protected Area status can result in four-fold increases in the abundance and diversity of fish populations
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Retired Professor completes Ben Nevis challenge for Parkinson’s research
Emeritus Professor Rob Sneyd, who himself has Parkinson’s, has raised money for University Parkinson's research
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New report maps international dental training provision
A new report led by the University of Plymouth has explored dental education standards across the European Union.
