News tagged with: peninsula-medical-school
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University selected to be part of UK’s largest independent gambling harms research centre
University of Plymouth news: The University has been chosen as one of the key partners in the Gambling Harms Research UK (GHR-UK) Evidence Centre, which will work to strengthen policy, practice, and public understanding across the UK
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Scientists explore whether plastic particles could be linked to significant rises in liver disease
University of Plymouth news: A new article written by experts from Plymouth’s Centre of Environmental Hepatology explores whether tiny plastic particles are directly contributing to the soaring global rates of liver disease.
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Vital fund endowed to help students achieve their dreams
University of Plymouth news: The Mel Joyner Award supports students at the University from underrepresented backgrounds – and a legacy donation from her late dad means it will continue for life.
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Epic fundraising challenge to raise awareness of severe condition
University of Plymouth news: Josh Fedrick is completing 10 fitness events to raise money for Huntington’s disease research.
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Research hopes to uncover new vulnerabilities in glioma tumour cells
University of Plymouth news: Researchers in our Brain Tumour Research Centre have been awarded funding to explore the role oncolytic viruses – which selectively infect and kill tumour cells – might play in the treatment of certain forms of brain tumour.
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Gambling impacts people’s quality of life as severely as chronic medical conditions, alcohol and illegal drugs
University of Plymouth news: New research led by the University found that experiencing gambling harm can result in a 16% reduction in a person’s ability to carry out everyday tasks
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£11m programme aims to strengthen mental health care in the South West
University of Plymouth news: New research led by the University of Plymouth will explore ways to improve services for people in need across Cornwall, Devon and Somerset, also influencing positive change for the UK and beyond
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Education can help you change the world – all from your own home
Education can help you change the world – all from your own home: Michael Dillon is empowering people all over the world to explore the University's global health programme – now delivered exclusively online.
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Home fingertip oxygen monitors less accurate for people with darker skin tones
University of Plymouth news: Led by the University of Plymouth, the largest study on home fingertip oxygen monitors suggests that measurement errors lead to potential delays in care and contribute to health disparities
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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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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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![Paul Millin from the Peninsula Medical School, Paul Jackson from the Hospital Saturday Fund, medical student Shehany Warnakulasuriya and Vice-Chancellor, Professor Richard Davies.]()
Funding supports invaluable learning for doctors of the future
Funding supports invaluable learning for doctors of the future, thanks to the Hospital Saturday Fund and Vandervell Trust. The University of Plymouth has secured £17,500 to support fourth-year medical students as they undertake their medical electives.
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