Press office news tagged research

The iSPER Brexit Series offers academic insight on impact of leaving the EU

Plymouth University news: The University of Plymouth has today launched an initiative which sees leading academics endeavouring to provide policy makers and the public with an informed insight into the Brexit debate
1 February 2017
NHS opening doors for digital innovators in the South West

Plymouth University news: A health app developer from the University of Plymouth whose work joined the NHS Innovation Accelerator programme, will as a result receive support from the South West Academic Health Science Network
31 January 2017
Abnormally-fast heart rate technique study showcased for NIHR 10th anniversary

Plymouth University news: The National Institute for Health Research has chosen a project managed by the Peninsula Clinical Trials Unit at Plymouth University to showcase in celebration of its 10th anniversary
31 January 2017
New research may pave the way for peripheral nerve damage repair

Plymouth University news: New research from Plymouth University means a better understanding of how peripheral nerves self-repair, leading to hope of an effective treatment for the estimated one in ten people over 55 in the UK affected by the condition
30 January 2017
44 invading species 'loose' in North Atlantic, study shows

Plymouth University news: Accidental introductions of non-native species has been of increasing concern since the 1980s when human-mediated transportation was recognised as a major route by which species are transported and spread
27 January 2017
Composer creates unique new piece to mark 60th anniversary of Lennon and McCartney

Plymouth University news: To mark the 60th anniversary of John Lennon and Paul McCartney's first meeting, Dr Alexis Kirke has used a computer algorithm to chart the emotional development of their friendship through their lyrics
25 January 2017
Medical Research Council funds development of new strategies to treat and prevent Hepatitis C virus infection

Plymouth University news: Together with colleagues from the University of Oxford, Plymouth scientists are investigating new strategies for the treatment and prevention of Hepatitis C virus infection, thanks to funding from the Medical Research Council
13 January 2017
Rural dementia – we need to talk

Plymouth University news; Plymouth University has carried out the first research into dementia in farming and the countryside, and this pilot study has highlighted areas of concern and suggested recommendations
11 January 2017
Physicists awarded funding to enhance our understanding of the universe

Plymouth University news: Theoretical physicists from the University of Plymouth have been awarded a Consolidated Grant from the Science and Technology Facilities Council to enhance our understanding of the world and the universe that surrounds us
10 January 2017
Landmark global scale study reveals potential future impact of Ocean Acidification on species’ distribution

Plymouth University news: Ocean Acidification and the extent to which marine species are able to deal with low pH levels in the seas, could have a significant influence on shifting the distribution of marine animals in response to climate warming.
9 January 2017
China collaboration emphasises growing international reputation for Plymouth dental school

Plymouth University news: The signing of a collaboration agreement with the fourth Chinese institution in a year emphasises the growing international reputation Plymouth University Peninsula School of Dentistry has for dental research excellence
6 January 2017
Academic to address International Surfing Symposium in Australia

Plymouth University news: A leading sustainability and surfing researcher has been invited to deliver a keynote address at the 2017 International Surfing Symposium on Australia’s Gold Coast
22 December 2016