News tagged with: marine
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Academic makes waves in nautical publication
Plymouth University News: Captain Bob Hone, from the School of Marine Science and Engineering, has contributed to a publication designed to be an onboard resource for every ship in the world.
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Marine mathematics maps undiscovered deep-water coral reefs
Plymouth University news: A team of marine scientists has discovered four new deep-water coral reefs in the Atlantic Ocean using the power of predictive mathematical models.
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Marine scientist installs first webcam in Plymouth Sound
Plymouth University news: A marine scientist has installed one of the country's first underwater webcams to provide an in-depth look at marine life in Plymouth Sound.
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Come on in for World Maritime Day 2015
Plymouth University News: Public invited to come on in to find out more about marine and maritime education on World Maritime Day - Thursday 24 September.
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Millions of plastic particles found in cosmetic products
University of Plymouth news: Everyday cosmetic and cleaning products contain huge quantities of plastic particles, which are released to the environment and could be harmful to marine life, according to a new study by the University of Plymouth
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University hosts delegation from South Africa
Plymouth University news: Senior figures from the South African government have visited Plymouth University as part of efforts to transform the country’s blue economy
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Marine litter undermines benefits of coastal environments
Plymouth University news: Scientists at Plymouth University have published a study which shows marine litter has the potential to undermine the psychological benefits of coastal environments
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Celebration of marine expertise and heritage at Big Festival Weekend
Plymouth University news: Plymouth’s proud and historic links to the oceans are to be celebrated during Plymouth University’s Big Festival Weekend and the Plymouth Respect Festival
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Plymouth scientist to chair national diving committee
Plymouth University news: Professor Jason Hall-Spencer is appointed Chairman of the National Facility for Scientific Diving Committee, the body responsible for reviewing diving research proposals submitted to the Natural Environment Research Council.
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New study shows how discarded plastic bags are smothering marine life
Plymouth University news: A joint research study with Trinity College Dublin has show than plastic bags are impacting the development of microalgae, a key component of the marine ecosystem.
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Rising carbon dioxide levels stunt sea shell growth
Plymouth University news: An international team of researchers finds evidence that some sea creatures are able to trade size for survival in acidic waters - throwing new light on past mass extinctions and potential future climate change scenarios.
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Bone-eating worms ate marine reptile carcasses
Plymouth University news: A new report has revealed that a species of bone-eating marine worm called Osedax, believed to have co-evolved alongside whales, may actually have existed during the time of the dinosaurs - this impacting upon the fossil record
