Pages tagged with: dartmoor
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![<p>Pasture and native woodland sit side by side at Colly Brook on Dartmoor (Credit Paul Lunt, University of Plymouth)<br></p>]()
New woodlands can help reduce flooding risk within 15 years
A new study by the University of Plymouth has shown that within just 15 years of being planted, native broadleaf trees can have a marked impact on soil’s response during extreme weather events
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![<p>Peatlands report (Picture by John Martin)</p>]()
Research tells Government what farmers want from new peatland strategy
Dr John Martin and PhD student Adam Guy, from the University of Plymouth, were involved in a major new report which suggests farmers and land managers need greater control of a forthcoming peatland restoration scheme in order for it to succeed
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![<p>Dartmoor ponies are among the most iconic species of any British moorland (Credit Lloyd Russell, University of Plymouth) WEB<br></p>]()
Research suggests ponies could play critical role in Dartmoor's future health
A research project – coordinated by the Dartmoor Pony Heritage Trust with researchers at the University of Plymouth - suggests ponies make a positive contribution to conservation management on Dartmoor
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Under the microscope: Dartmoor
University of Plymouth's alumni magazine, Invenite. Under the microscope: Dartmoor. The magnificent moor on our doorstep has been the subject of significant research from University academics across the sciences and arts.
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</p><p>From left: Dr Richard
Sandford (Lecturer in Environmental Science – University of Plymouth), Dr Sean
Comber (Associate Professor in Environmental Science - University of Plymouth)
and Dr Bruce Stockley (Head of Fisheries and River Management at the
Westcountry Rivers Trust)</p><p></p>]()
pH balancing trial could create healthier river for Dartmoor fish
The University of Plymouth is working with the Westcountry Rivers Trust to trial a new approach to balancing the pH of the upper river Dart.
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![<p>Plymouth University Student Life Magazine issue 6<br></p>]()
Five best bike rides in Plymouth
University of Plymouth Student Life Magazine issue 6: University of Plymouth's Cycling Club students list the best places to go for a bike ride in Plymouth, including Dartmoor National Park, Cann Woods, the Hoe, Drake’s Trail and Plymbridge Woods.
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![<p>Drosera rotundifolia (round leaved sundew) growing on a Sphagnum capillifolium hummock on blanket bog peat, Dartmoor National Park (Credit Paul Lunt)<br></p>]()
Peatlands of Dartmoor could be crucial in fight against climate change
Research by the University suggests the peatlands of Dartmoor could be an underestimated resource in the fight against climate change as their ability to store carbon has not diminished in almost 150 years
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News and events
Stay up to date with the latest news, events and fundraising activities from the Dartmoor Search and Rescue Team Plymouth (DSRTP).
