Pages tagged with: coast-laboratory
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Island ‘drowning’ is not inevitable as sea levels rise
An international study led by the University of Plymouth suggests coral reef islands across the world could naturally adapt to survive the impact of rising sea.
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Exploring the role of vegetation as a soft engineering method to reduce flooding
Exploring the role of vegetation as a soft engineering method to reduce flooding. Nur Roszi used the COAST laboratory’s sediment wave flumes to research flood prevention methods for her final year MSc Coastal Engineering project.
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Marine Business Technology Centre (MBTC)
University of Plymouth: As part of the Oceansgate investment, Marine Business Technology Centre brings state-of-the-art facilities to Devon SMEs for product development and testing.
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Study aims to provide accurate assessment of impact of future sea level rises on coral reef islands
Remote islands in the Pacific and Indian Oceans have for many years been considered vulnerable to climate change, but research by the universities of Plymouth and Auckland is seeking to demonstrate they are more resilient than previously suggested
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Understanding scour when harnessing the power of wind and waves
Understanding scour when harnessing the power of wind and waves. Rhys Southgate replicated the seabed in our COAST laboratory to research a real-world solution in his MSc Coastal Engineering dissertation project.
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University academics take part in New Scientist Live 2018
University of Plymouth scientists Professor Richard Thompson OBE and Professor Deborah Greaves OBE are among the eminent names taking part in New Scientist Live 2018.
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Academics edit book on marine renewable energy sector
Professor of Ocean Engineering Deborah Greaves and Professor of Coastal Engineering Gregorio Iglesias, from the University of Plymouth, have edited a new book outlining developments in the marine renewable energy sector
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Pilot study reveals storm response of offshore lighthouses
University of Plymouth news: The unseen responses of remote offshore lighthouse during severe storm conditions have been revealed in a new study by the University of Plymouth.
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Plymouth academic appointed to lead UK-wide consortium on offshore renewables
A University of Plymouth academic has been appointed to lead Supergen ORE Hub, a new consortium programme supported by both government and industry which will draw together the UK’s expertise in marine renewable energy
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Leaders in industry and academia in Plymouth for national renewable energy consultation
Leading figures from the renewable energy sector have gathered at the University of Plymouth as part of a national project aimed at addressing some of the challenges the industry faces now and in the future
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University of Plymouth leads £5million programme to maintain UK’s status as global leader in offshore renewables
The University of Plymouth is leading a £5million programme, Supergen ORE Hub, which aims to maintain UK’s status as global leader in offshore renewable energy
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University features in film celebrating Plymouth’s engineering prowess
The University of Plymouth features in a new film Engineering Plymouth, produced as part of the Institution of Civil Engineers (ICE)’s 200th anniversary celebrations.