News tagged with: faculty-of-health
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Can board games play a role in neurodivergent treatment and support programmes?
University of Plymouth news: Researchers in our School of Psychology have secured funding to host a national workshop that will explore how board games might be integrated more widely into health and social care interventions
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What makes a good New Year’s resolution and how do you stick to it?
University of Plymouth news: Read advice from performance researcher and sports psychologist, Dr Jon Rhodes, on how to stick to your New Year’s resolution.
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Celebrating our student scholarships
University of Plymouth news: Students from the University of Plymouth who have benefitted from nearly £375,000 of philanthropic support have shared their success at a special event.
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Study explores why some drug therapies are ineffective for brain tumour patients
University of Plymouth news: New research at the University, supported by the Children’s Tumor Foundation, will trial combinations of drugs to try and find the first effective non-surgical treatments for patients with neurofibromatosis type 2 (NF2)
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Epilepsy can lead to earlier deaths in people with intellectual disabilities
University of Plymouth news: A team of UK-based researchers led by the University has said the shocking statistics are the result of missed opportunities and health inequalities, while campaigners believe it should be a source of public outrage
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Scientists receive £2.8m funding boost to advance research into brain tumours
University of Plymouth news: Already renowned as a hub for world-leading research into low-grade brain tumours, the University has received a five-year investment that will accelerate its progress towards clinical trials for tumour therapies
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Academics welcome parliamentary debate into national acquired brain injury action plan
University of Plymouth news: Dr Alyson Norman works to highlight the hidden costs of acquired brain injuries – both to individuals and the economy – and has welcomed news that the issue is to be debated in the Houses of Parliament
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Alcohol-free drinks popular during pregnancy – but new research shows guidelines are lacking
University of Plymouth news: With Christmas party season upon us, research prompts call for improved guidelines and clarity on the safety and suitability of alcohol alternatives.
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Non-invasive technology can shape the brain’s reward-seeking mechanisms
University of Plymouth news: New research led by the University of Plymouth has found that targeted ultrasound can be used to change the function of a deep region of the human brain
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New sensory study room opens for healthcare students in Cornwall
University of Plymouth news: A new sensory study room has opened in Cornwall to support students as they pursue their healthcare careers.
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Project explores barriers to NHS career progression facing international medical graduates
University of Plymouth news: A study led by the University and other leading medical schools is exploring why fewer doctors who qualified overseas become GPs and consultants in the NHS
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University spinout highlights outstanding performance of vaccine candidate
University of Plymouth news: The Vaccine Group, a University of Plymouth spinout company, has demonstrated outstanding results in a trial of its novel vaccine candidate for bovine respiratory syncytial virus
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