Pages tagged with: pr-opinion
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Future proofing our dynamic coast requires an appropriate buffer zone
Gerd Masselink, Professor of Coastal Geomorphology at the University of Plymouth, says the time has come to avoid developments on our coastline and make use of Coastal Change Management Areas outlined within the National Planning Policy Framework
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Are New Year’s resolutions a waste of time?
Jake Campling, Professor Jackie Andrade and Professor Jon May from the University of Plymouth, and Professor David Kavanagh at Queensland University of Technology ask if New Year's resolutions are a waste of time
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Held to cyber ransom
Professor Steve Furnell from the University of Plymouth, and David Emm from KasperskyLab, write about the spread of ransomware as a major threat to cyber security
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Social work and its role in tackling loneliness
Dr Sue Cook, Lecturer in Social Work, writes about the potential for social workers to make a difference to people experiencing social isolation and loneliness
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Bladder cancer – finding new treatments and raising awareness
Following his recent publication of a study in 'The Lancet', Professor Hussain discusses a potential new treatment for bladder cancer, and explains why tackling the disease is so important.
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A moment in history
Professor Angela K Smith from the University of Plymouth writes about reasons to commemorate the centenary of the Representation of the People Act, a piece of legislation designed to reshape the electorate after four years of war
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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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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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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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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
