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Resilience, empathy and passion – but what else does it take to be a lawyer for the people?

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/alumni-friends/alumni/meet-our-alumni/business-law-logistics-management/donna-butler

Resilience, empathy and passion – but what else does it take to be a lawyer for the people? Donna Butler, an associate at GA Solicitors, puts forward a fair case for the power of empathy and studying law at the University of Plymouth.

Historians work with the Earl of Devon to uncover the hidden history of ancestral home

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/historians-work-with-the-earl-of-devon-to-uncover-the-hidden-history-of-ancestral-home

Heritage experts from the University of Plymouth and the University of Pennsylvania are working with the 19th Earl of Devon, Charles Courtenay, to uncover more about the history of his ancestral home, Powderham Castle

Biochar: Reigniting the Past for a Sustainable Future

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/institutes/sustainable-earth/past-events/biochar-reigniting-the-past-for-a-sustainable-future

What's on at the University of Plymouth: Biochar: Reigniting the Past for a Sustainable Future. Discover the latest research and local innovations in biochar – a powerful material with ancient roots and modern applications. Hybrid event, 21 May 2025.

Engineers make final preparations in bid to set world speed record

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/engineers-power-ahead-with-bid-to-set-world-speed-record-2

University of Plymouth news: Mechanical and composites engineers and students from University of Plymouth, and paracyclist Liz McTernan, are embarking on a quest for world record success

Global elite collaborate to address surfing industry's sustainability challenges

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/global-elite-collaborate-to-address-surfings-sustainability-challenges

Plymouth University news: The surfing world’s most powerful figures and practitioners have been brought together for a new book, published by University of Plymouth Press, and exploring how the industry is grappling with the challenge of sustainability

Featured module: Anthropology of the Body

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/courses/undergraduate/ba-anthropology/anthropology-of-the-body

Anthropology

BA (Hons) Anthropology featured module: Anthropology of the Body. ANTH405 explores how different societies conceptualize notions of purity and pollution, how the ways we eat, walk and talk are shaped through power.

Liquid nitrogen and ping-pong balls collide

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/liquid-nitrogen-and-ping-pong-balls-collide-in-the-name-of-science

University of Plymouth news: Scientists at the University of Plymouth have staged an eye-catching experiment involving liquid nitrogen and 1650 ping-pong balls in an attempt to inspire people about the power of science

Wheelchair champion and ex-soldier join quest for handcycle world records

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/wheelchair-champion-and-ex-soldier-join-quest-for-handcycle-world-records

University of Plymouth news: A former winner of the London Marathon and an ex-serviceman injured while on active service are teaming up with University of Plymouth for a world record attempt

Research fellowship to help tackle chronic kidney disease

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/research-fellowship-to-help-tackle-chronic-kidney-disease

Research led by Dr Jane Carré hopes to improve quality of life for people with kidney disease by focusing on how mitochondria (the ‘power stations’ of our cells) are involved in the deterioration process.

The Secret Listener: uncovering the story of an unexpected war hero

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/the-bridge/knowledge-exchange-experiential-education-and-skills/case-studies/the-secret-listener-uncovering-the-story-of-an-unexpected-war-hero

Through the use of the South West Creative Technology Network’s Immersive Development Grant and the University of Plymouth Ruth Mitchell combines immersive technology with the power of theatre to create an unforgettable experience.