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University takes the helm of global scientific drilling research programme

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University of Plymouth news:The University of Plymouth will lead the central scientific body at the heart of a global research initiative that aims to unlock some of the secrets hidden beneath the world’s seafloor.

A Sustainable Development Goal for space?

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University of Plymouth news: An international team of scientists, led by the University, calls for the creation of an 18th addition to the United Nations goals which would aim to mitigate against the accumulation of space junk in Earth’s orbit

University shortlisted for two Green Gown Awards

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University of Plymouth news: The University has been named among the finalists in two categories - Research with Impact – Institution, and Sustainability Champion – Student - at the 2024 Green Gown Awards

University of Plymouth joins the Turing University Network

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University of Plymouth news: The University has become a partner in the Turing University Network as part of ongoing efforts to advance its research and collaborations in data science and artificial intelligence (AI)

Brixham Laboratory highly commended in national awards

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/brixham-laboratory-receives-commendation-in-major-national-awards

The University of Plymouth's Brixham Laboratory has been highly commended in the 2019 United Kingdom Science Park Association Awards

University scientists join world leaders at global plastic pollution negotiations

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University of Plymouth news: Members of our International Marine Litter Research Unit are in Nairobi for the third meeting of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Plastic Pollution (INC) as talks continue over the Global Plastics Treaty

Study suggests ‘biodegradable’ teabags don’t readily deteriorate in the environment and can adversely affect terrestrial species

https://www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/study-suggests-biodegradable-teabags-don-t-readily-deteriorate-in-the-environment-and-can-adversely-affect-terrestrial-species

University of Plymouth news: Researchers from the University say that as we move to reduce our use of plastics these new findings highlight the importance of understanding alternative materials, their impacts and how to dispose of them

University scientist plays key role in global Plankton Manifesto

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University of Plymouth news: Dr Abigail McQuatters-Gollop helped to develop a landmark document, unveiled at the United Nations General Assembly in New York, which emphasises the critical role of plankton for the planet.

Students get chance to participate in UK-China science and culture exchange

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University of Plymouth news: 21 postgraduate students from the University's marine and environmental programmes spent two weeks working alongside academics and students at Hainan University

Harsh realities of life as a penguin highlights our responsibility to the planet

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