Research and expertise
Find out about our internationally renowned research and expertise at the University of Plymouth
The Queen's Anniversary Prize for pioneering research on marine microplastics pollution and its impact on the environment and changing behaviour
Nearly two decades of world-leading research into the effects of marine plastics on our environment by Plymouth researchers, led by Professor Richard Thompson OBE, has received the highest honour that can be bestowed upon a higher education institution.
Plymouth Pioneers
We are committed to developing solutions to the planet's most challenging issues. Our pioneering spirit runs deep in the quest for a better tomorrow.
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Latest news
- Scientists call on government to increase UK’s ambition to save our ocean 25 February 2020
- University research partner wins award for pioneering arts initiatives 24 February 2020
- University of Plymouth awarded the Queen’s Anniversary Prize for world-leading microplastics research 20 February 2020
- New coastal overtopping forecast made available to the public 7 February 2020
- Results of long-term study could help identify children at risk of future type 2 diabetes 23 January 2020
Upcoming academic and research events
- UK Research Office (UKRO) annual visit 26 February 2020 10:30 - 15:00
- Achieving Net Zero - geoscience information for policy makers and geoscience careers in government 26 February 2020 16:30 - 17:30
- Laboratory Tour 26 February 2020 16:00 - 18:00
- Soapbox Science Plymouth 2 March 2020
- 4th Annual Transnational Oral History Symposium/Masterclass 11 March 2020 16:00 - 18:00