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Health Minister Stephen Kinnock opens new Dental Education Practice

Government minister pays tribute to new city centre dental practice

University of Plymouth news: Government minister pays tribute to new city centre dental practice. Health Minister Stephen Kinnock MP met students and staff as he officially opened the Dental Education Practice.

A new Memorandum of Understanding has been signed by the Vice-Chancellor of the University of Plymouth Professor Richard Davies, and the Provost of Curtin University Professor Matthew Tonts

Plymouth and Curtin to collaborate on research and teaching initiatives

University of Plymouth news: The University of Plymouth and Curtin University have signed an agreement that formalises four decades of working collaboratively, and lays out plans for a range of impactful research and teaching initiatives

BSc (Hons) Conservation Biology fieldtrip to Costa Rica: view of rope bridge in the jungle

University contributes to study suggesting Earth harbours far more insect species than previously thought

University of Plymouth news: Dr Robert Puschendorf, Associate Professor of Conservation Biology, used his expertise in the tropical rainforests of Costa Rica to support new research into our planet’s biodiversity

Dr Juri Na, from the Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence at the University of Plymouth, and a Masters student conduct research in the labs at the Derriford Research Facility

Family of drugs used for treating muscular dystrophy could improve brain tumour treatment

University of Plymouth news: Scientists at our Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence have found a drug from the same family licensed for use in patients with Duchenne muscular dystrophy and blood cancer could transform the treatment of meningioma

Atlantic Ocean wide

Decline in plankton across North East Atlantic sends stark warning for ocean health

University of Plymouth news: A new study led by the University found there were no habitats assessed as being of ‘Good Environmental Status’ in a region stretching along the coasts and ocean from Portugal to Norway

In May 2026, the University of Plymouth ran an autonomy course for students based at the Hydrographic and Meteorological Training Unit (HMTU) at Devonport, as well as officers from the Royal Navy, the Royal Australian Navy and the Royal Navy of Oman

University supports military workforce with skills and professional development

University of Plymouth news: Our academics have run sessions in marine autonomy and maritime cyber security for the Royal Navy and a number of other organisations

A Getty Images photo depicting a woman having shoulder and neck pain at home. Muscle painful due to Myofascial pain syndrome and Fibromyalgia, rheumatism, Scapular pain, Cervical Spine. ergonomic concept - stock photo

New theory aims to provide hope for people with fibromyalgia and ME/CFS

University of Plymouth news: Emeritus Professor Michael Hyland, from our School of Psychology, suggests the conditions are caused by a previously unrecognised type of biological error

The Plymouth Breakwater

Testing environment could transform underwater innovation and research

University of Plymouth news: Smart Sound Connect Subsurface (SSCS) is a University-led initiative that extends the existing capabilities offered by Smart Sound Plymouth and the Western Channel Observatory beneath the ocean surface

Milya Mohd Asyraf and her glasses-worn translation device

Student’s low-cost device translates languages in front of our eyes

University of Plymouth news: Student’s low-cost device translates languages in front of our eyes.

Photo of student midwife Lucie Shaw, on a plain yellow background

Student midwife faces fear to champion blood donation

University of Plymouth news: A student midwife who once had a life-long fear of needles is inspiring her colleagues to sign up as blood donors, after conquering her phobia to pursue her dream job.

Remote Operations Centre

University secures up to £7 million to boost defence-related skills

University of Plymouth news: A major investment through the Office for Students will enable the University to enhance teaching facilities across its campus, and increase the numbers of students on programmes key to defence, security and resilience.

Professor Mel Austen

University academic features in the 2026 ENDS Power List

University of Plymouth news: Professor Melanie Austen is one of only 10 academics included on a list celebrating the people making the greatest impact on the UK environmental sector.