Pages tagged with: environmental-science
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Playground paints should be more closely monitored to reduce potential danger to public health
University of Plymouth news: Playground equipment should be monitored more regularly to ensure toxic metals contained within paints do not present a danger to public and child health, a study recommends
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Many second hand plastic toys could pose a risk to children’s health, study suggests
Scientists at the University of Plymouth discover hazardous elements including antimony, barium, bromine, cadmium, chromium and lead in second hand plastic toys, with migratable cadmium exceeding limits set by the European Council’s Toy Safety Directive
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Toxic substances found in the glass and decoration of alcoholic beverage bottles
Researchers at the University of Plymouth analysed both the glass and enamelled decorations on a variety of clear and coloured bottles readily available in shops and supermarkets
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Could fabricated soils be the key to global food security?
Experts from the University of Plymouth are working with the world-famous Eden Project to explore how recycled and waste material could be transformed and then reused in agriculture and other sectors
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Explorer-in-residence puts science students to the test
Plymouth University news: A new module for environmental science students puts their communication and leadership skills to the test on Dartmoor
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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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MRes Sustainable Environmental Management
MRes Sustainable Environmental Management gives you vital insight into the whole spectrum of environmental management issues.
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MSc Sustainable Environmental Management
MSc Sustainable Environmental Management explores the many dimensions of sustainability and the environment.
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Coastal visitors urged to look for evidence of honeycomb worms
Seaside visitors are being urged to look out for evidence of a tiny marine creature this summer as part of a European research project led by Ifremer (the French Research Institute for Exploitation of the Sea) involving the University of Plymouth
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MSc Environmental Consultancy
The MSc Environmental Consultancy provides professional training in environmental impact assessments and environmental management systems, with expertise in ecological impact assessment, environmental law, waste minimisation and marine survey.
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School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences
The School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences is comprised of four distinct areas, each delivering exceptional teaching, support and research.
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BSc (Hons) Environmental Science
BSc (Hons) Environmental science at Plymouth University offers exceptional opportunities to develop your understanding of human impact on the global environment and turn classroom theory into solutions to real environmental problems.