News tagged with: research
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New research finds tourism sector at risk from ‘lone wolf’ terror attacks
A new research paper, led by a tourism expert in the School of Business, has called for urgent action to address shortcomings in tourism risk management
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Experimental antiviral proves effective in halting spread and damage of COVID-19
Scientists from the United States National Institutes of Health and the University of Plymouth showed that an experimental antiviral drug can significantly decrease levels of the virus causing COVID-19 and the damage it causes in the lungs
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University researchers help provide a beacon of hope in quest to eradicate ghost fishing
Professor Richard Thompson OBE and Dr Winnie Courtene-Jones, of the University of Plymouth’s International Marine Litter Research Unit, worked on a new report showing that a simple piece of technology could reduce the fishing gear lost to our oceans
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Research shows links between loot boxes and problem gaming
New research has shown that ‘loot boxes’ in video games are structurally and psychologically akin to gambling
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University researcher contributes to study into the limits of life on Earth
Dr Hayley Manners, Lecturer in Organic Chemistry at the University of Plymouth, and colleagues from 29 different institutes found single-celled microorganisms living in sediments more than a kilometre into the ocean floor – and at a temperature of 120°C
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Academic helps to coordinate national programme of geohazard science and activities
Dr Irene Manzella, Lecturer in Engineering Geology and Geohazards at the University of Plymouth, has been nominated by the Geological Society as a deputy theme leader for its forthcoming work around Geohazards, Geoengineering and Georesilience.
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€2.5million project aims to develop sustainable soils from construction waste and by-products
The €2.5million ReCon Soil project, led by the University of Plymouth, brings together scientists, industry and educators to revolutionise how waste material from construction projects is managed
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University research supports byelaw to protect inshore waters
Research by the University of Plymouth has informed new legislation which aims to protect 117 square miles of coastal seabed and allow for the regeneration of underwater seaweed forests
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Professor appointed to newly created role with NIHR
The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) has appointed Professor Ruth Endacott to the newly created role of NIHR Director for Nursing and Midwifery
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Research investigates effectiveness of flexible materials in wave energy devices
The FlexWave project - led by academics from the University of Plymouth - will explore whether types of rubber, composites and polymers can be effective in harnessing wave power and converting it into a renewable and sustainable source of energy.
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Wave power can play greater role in UK’s Net Zero energy drive
A new study by the University of Plymouth says wave energy has the potential to provide at least 15% of the UK’s annual electricity and help the country meet its Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions target by 2050
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Virtual reality could help to reduce pain for people with nerve injuries
New research has shown that soothing 360-degree scenes of the Arctic in virtual reality can help to ease pain symptoms such as prickling and pain following touch.
