Pages tagged with: pr-opinion
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The escalating cost of alcohol misuse, obesity and viral hepatitis
Plymouth University news: As a member of The Lancet Commission on Liver Disease and contributor to a new report from the Foundation for Liver Research, Professor Matthew Cramp discusses the issues
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Will the Taylor Review deliver ‘Good Work’?
While the Taylor Review offers a refreshing analysis of the need for improved conditions and greater voice for workers, University of Plymouth Professor Richard Saundry argues that its recommendations ultimately fail to deliver the radical change needed
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Breaking down the gender barriers
Dr Sarah Boulton and Dr Jodie Fisher, the co-organisers of Girls into Geoscience at the University of Plymouth, write about tackling gender stereotypes in science
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Planning for the future
Chris Balch, Professor of Planning at the University of Plymouth, writes about some of the many challenges facing coastal communities across the South West
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Focus on engineering to overcome global challenges
Professor Deborah Greaves, Head of the new School of Engineering at the University of Plymouth, believes engineering can help overcome many of our most pressing global challenges
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Invisibly Blighted: The digital erosion of childhood
Andy Phippen, Professor of Social Responsibility in IT at the University of Plymouth, says we all have a role to play in young people’s responsible use of technology
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Medical research funders, governments and research waste – are taxpayers getting ‘bang for their buck’?
Plymouth University opinion piece: It is estimated that 85% of medical research is wasted. Dr Mona Nasser argues that funding bodies are not taking responsibility for the research they have funded, and that governments are not holding them to account
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Clearing up the scourge on our streets
As its students prepare to take part in the Great British Spring Clean tomorrow, academics from the University of Plymouth write about the scourge of litter in our towns and cities
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How stress impacts social workers – and how they’re trying to cope
Plymouth University news: Oliver Beer and Professor Sheena Asthana explore how stress impacts social workers – and how they’re trying to cope
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Brexit and the integrated approach to stabilisation – Building Stability Overseas
Plymouth University news: James Flint explores the significance of Brexit for the security/defence and international aid/development domains, and the future of UK international engagement
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The potential impact of Brexit on UK International Development policies
Plymouth University news: Dr Patrick Holden explores the European Union's role as the major global aid and trade partner of developing countries and how to ensure they do not suffer post Brexit
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The potential impact of Brexit on employment rights and fairness at work
Plymouth University news: Margaret Prior and Professor Richard Saundry explore the relationship between domestic and European employment legislation and the future of labour regulation in a post-Brexit UK