Press office news tagged marine
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UK Government needs multi-port solution to maximise benefits to the nation’s economy
University of Plymouth news: The University is working with partners across the region to unlock major investment and infrastructure opportunities linked to the planned growth of the floating offshore wind sector
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Microplastics pioneer named among TIME’s 100 most influential people of 2025
University of Plymouth news: Professor Richard Thompson OBE FRS has been included on the TIME100 list for his groundbreaking work to address the global plastics crisis
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Celebrating our first dual graduates with Ukrainian partner
University of Plymouth news - Celebrating our first dual graduates with Ukrainian partner
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Artisanal fishers are almost as accurate as satellites in producing environmental data
University of Plymouth news: BSc (Hons) Ocean Science and Marine Conservation graduate Konstantis Alexopoulos led a new study highlighting the expertise of local fishing communities, and the contribution they can make to greater environmental awareness.
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PhD researcher wins prestigious STEM for Britain Award
University of Plymouth news: Anneliese Hodge won the Gold Award in the Biological and Biomedical Sciences category of the competition, the finals of which are held annually at the Houses of Parliament
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Study explores effects of climatic changes on Christmas Island’s red crabs
University of Plymouth news: Research carried out during a field trip involving scientists and graduates from our Marine Biology course has provided new insights into the physiology of an iconic species.
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Study highlights how population density and location shape litter levels facing UK communities
University of Plymouth news: New research led by the University is the first UK-based research to investigate the links between geography, community and patterns of litter accumulation in the environment
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Scientists call for efforts to protect habitats of critically endangered shark species
University of Plymouth news: New research led by Marine Biology and Oceanography graduate Kerry Brown highlights how the whitefin swellshark will be forced to move and adapt under the future ocean conditions
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Sunscreen's potential impact on marine life needs urgent investigation
University of Plymouth news: Researchers at the University of Plymouth and Plymouth Marine Laboratory are examining any environmental threats posed by the chemical compounds in sunscreen.
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Researchers connect with policy makers and advisers at Evidence Week
University of Plymouth news: Our researchers took part in the 2025 event and showcased our expertise in climate education, marine light pollution and offshore aquaculture
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Pairing old and new technologies could unlock advances in plankton science
University of Plymouth news: New research led by the University highlights the benefits of existing long-term plankton monitoring programmes and emerging technologies in monitoring the health of our seas
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Study highlights the complex changes and threats facing Cornwall’s sand dunes
University of Plymouth news: New research carried out by the University, through the Making Space for Sand project, has developed a means of predicting dune evolution on a regional scale
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