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Munira Raji and Jonathan Moizer at UN

“Sand is not unlimited – we need to treat it responsibly”

Plymouth experts contribute to UN Environment Programme report highlighting how the demand for sand in infrastructure is outpacing supply

Pseudo-nitzschia are a common component of the phytoplankton community along Europe’s Atlantic coast and the North Sea, and a number of species produce the toxins responsible for amnesic shellfish poisoning

Study provides detailed assessment of shifts in toxin-producing phytoplankton abundance

University of Plymouth news: The University led a study showing how the abundance and distribution of two groups of toxin-producing phytoplankton – Pseudo-nitzschia and Dinophysis – have changed over the last six decades

James Daybell

Plymouth expert champions history education

University of Plymouth news: A University of Plymouth research academic has been elected as President of the UK’s leading voluntary organisation that furthers the study, teaching and enjoyment of history.

Ultrasound Brain Stimulation at the University of Plymouth

Ultrasound has potential to alter how the brain responds to pain

University of Plymouth news: Our Brain Research Imaging Centre (BRIC) and Centre for Therapeutic Ultrasound (CENTUS) have led hew research suggesting transcranial ultrasound stimulation (TUS) may have an analgesic effect

Colleagues running in memory of Claire Chick

Nurses to remember beloved colleague on fundraising run

University of Plymouth news: Friends of Dr Claire Chick are raising money for her Claire Chick Nursing Fund at Britain’s Ocean City Running Festival.

Students at ENNE 2026

Nursing students excel at international event

University of Plymouth news: Students were supported with their travel by the Claire Chick Nursing Fund.

Professor Elaine Murphy on the Barbican

Pirate myths and realities – what do we actually know?

University of Plymouth news: Professor Elaine Murphy marks Plymouth Pirates Weekend on 9-10 May.

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Breast cancer in pregnancy: graduate’s project receives national recognition

A University of Plymouth graduate has received national recognition for a project to raise awareness around the symptoms of breast cancer in pregnancy.

Pregnant woman meeting with health care professional

Pregnant women’s mental images are directly linked to vaccine hesitancy and uptake

University of Plymouth news: A new study led by the University explored whether women visualised a vaccine would have a positive or negative impact on their babies, and if that affected their decision to be vaccinated

Lisa Roberts and Richard Davies signing memorandum of understanding

Universities strengthen commitment to deeper cooperation for the South West

University of Plymouth news: The Vice-Chancellors of the Universities of Plymouth and Exeter have signed a new memorandum of understanding (MoU) reflecting the institutions’ long history of collaboration and partnership.

Aerial view of Plymouth Sound and The Hoe

Plymouth offers new model of how coastal settings can drive place innovation and regeneration, report finds

University of Plymouth news: Plymouth offers new model of how coastal settings can drive place innovation and regeneration – part of new national compendium showcasing how cities and universities are rethinking innovation ecosystems for inclusive growth.

University Security team with the Association of University Chief Security Officers (AUCSO) team of the year award

University Security team wins international award

University of Plymouth news: The University’s Security team has been named team of the year at an international awards ceremony.