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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
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.
National recognition for Plymouth’s innovative IGNITE festival
IGNITE is shortlisted for a Times Higher Education University Award
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
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
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
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.