Research is at the core of everything we do at the University of Plymouth.
Our rich research culture seeks to better understand the world we live in, and – for many – make a difference that will leave it better for future generations.
We are celebrating the impact of this work by opening up the often intriguing world of research, inviting the public, researchers, businesses, and students to hear the fascinating research stories.
Introduced by Professor Jerry Roberts, Deputy Vice-Chancellor for Research and Enterprise, we welcome you to our programme of research-focused events for captivating explorations of science, engineering, arts, culture, health, medicine and more.
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The Inaugural Professorial Lectures acknowledge our academics who have been awarded their professorship as a mark of their esteemed research.
Join us for a celebration of their accomplishments in a special evening where they share their journey so far and their insights into the specialist topics their high-quality research investigates.
Inaugural Professorial Lecture | Thursday 22 April | Online
As the NHS and other healthcare providers face the most challenging era in living memory, the question of how to best maintain a sustainable workforce is arguably more important than ever. Professor of Medical Education, Tom Gale, reflects on his career dedicated to addressing real-world concerns for the healthcare sector by tackling the critical issues around education, recruitment, selection and retention of healthcare professionals.
Inaugural Professorial Lecture | Wednesday 31 March | Watch the recording
Sean Comber, Professor of Environmental Chemistry, explores whether metal, phosphates and pharmaceutical pollutants pose any cause for concern and how water quality holds up against the environmental standards currently in place. Drawing on more than 30 years of expertise, he questions what regulations could, or should, be introduced post-Brexit to regulate the pollution, and how far do we go to protect the environment?
28 June – 2 July 2021
The annual Research Festival brings together researchers from across the disciplines to showcase their leading work, inviting fellow academics, industry, students, policymakers, and the public to share their research stories.
The week-long event is a vibrant pool for collaborative opportunities, and also provides guidance on funding opportunities and industry engagement.
The programme for the week is due to be announced in early 2021.
Christmas Lecture | Wednesday 16 December | Watch the recording
What insight do Beethoven’s musical sketches provide to the inner workings of his creative process? Dr Robert Taub and Professor James Daybell marked Beethoven’s 250th birthday in a special evening, exploring how these sketches lead to a greater understanding of the creative evolution of his art.
The discussion with musical accompaniment illustrated how Beethoven challenged artistic perceptions of human expression and how listening to music has changed through generations.
