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Bio-based fibres could pose greater threat to the environment than conventional plastics
University of Plymouth news: New research led by the University has prompted scientists to suggest that materials being advocated as alternatives to plastic should be tested thoroughly before they are used extensively in a range of products
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People with Parkinson’s benefit from new Home Based Care pathway, study shows
https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/people-with-parkinson-s-benefit-from-new-home-based-care-pathway
University of Plymouth news: A new study shows how a pioneering care programme through which people with Parkinson’s are supported in managing and monitoring their condition at home can have benefits for both patients and care teams
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Global experts identify key options to tackle biodiversity and climate crises
Professor Camille Parmesan is among the authors of an international report into the planet's biodiversity and climate crises published ahead of the G7 summit
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New species of diving beetle found living in isolation in Africa
https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/new-species-of-diving-beetle-living-in-isolation-in-africa
Plymouth University news: A striking new species of beetle with no direct relatives has been identified by a scientist from Plymouth University living in wetlands on the outskirts of Cape Town
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Automated Brassica Harvesting in Cornwall (ABC)
https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/agri-tech/automated-brassica-harvesting-in-cornwall-abc
The Automated Brassica Harvesting in Cornwall project is developing robotic systems for automating manual brassica picking operations as part of the Agri-Tech Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly project.
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FABSOIL
https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/agri-tech/fabsoil
The FABSOIL project supports the development of the manufacture and analysis of artificial soils made from recycled and waste materials.
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Speciality Crops
https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/research/agri-tech/speciality-crops
University of Plymouth research: Speciality Crops is investigating the added value of extracts from Cornish seaweeds and native plants for anti-ageing and UVB protection properties to be used in topical skin-care treatments.
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England’s largest outdoor learning project reveals children more motivated to learn when outside
Plymouth University news: Children from 125 schools across the South West on England are happier, healthier and more motivated to learn thanks to a new project commissioned by Natural England and delivered by Plymouth University
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Movecare: Multiple-actors Virtual Empathic Caregivers for the Elderly
The University of Plymouth's research from the Centre for Health Technology is supporting independent living of the elderly by using robot companions.
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University expert contributes to new BBC series Seven Worlds, One Planet
The University of Plymouth's Professor Iain Stewart acted as a scientific consultant on the BBC series Seven Worlds, One Planet, hosted by Sir David Attenborough and produced by the BBC’s Natural History Unit
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