News tagged with: research
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Only 20 per cent of men over 50 would opt for surgical treatment if faced with localised prostate cancer
Plymouth University news: A study by psychology academics shows that only 20 per cent of men would opt to have their prostate gland removed if faced with localised prostate cancer.
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Minute's silence to mark the lives of those lost to brain tumours
Plymouth University news: Researchers and staff at the Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence at Plymouth University held a minute's silence to remember those who have lost their lives to brain tumours
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Electricity can flow through graphene at high frequencies without energy loss - study
University of Plymouth news: Electrical signals transmitted at high frequencies lose none of their energy when passed through the ‘wonder material’ graphene, a study led by the University of Plymouth has shown.
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Research demonstrates evolutionary algorithm could be used to predict oil price rises
Plymouth University news: Future fluctuations in oil prices could be forecast using a combination of previous statistics and complex computer algorithms, according to new research involving Plymouth University
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UK epilepsy self-monitoring app wins prestigious international prize
Plymouth University news: EpSMon, the epilepsy self-monitoring app developed by Plymouth University, the NHS in Cornwall and charity SUDEP Action, has won an award from the Epilepsy Foundation of America
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'Fundraising is under ideological attack and needs a defence' says think tank director
Plymouth University news: Media and government attacks on fundraising are ideologically motivated and fundraisers need to respond with an ideological defence, says Ian MacQuillin, Director of the fundraising think thank Rogare at Plymouth University
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Primary schools and University to explore learning benefits of computing and robotics
Plymouth University news: Primary school children and teachers are being given an insight into the potential benefits of computer science technology thanks to a research project involving Plymouth University
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University to investigate use of satellite technology to support maritime business
University of Plymouth news: University of Plymouth is part of a new regional hub exploring how satellite technology can be used to drive business growth in the South West
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Academic's study explores works and influences of Rufus Wainwright
Plymouth University news: A new book exploring the influences and output of popular singer-songwriter Rufus Wainwright has been released by a Plymouth University academic
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Non-destructive technique measures oxygen levels in 3D cells used for toxicity testing
Plymouth University news: A non-destructive technique which can measure the presence of oxygen in 3D models of biological cells has been developed by scientists at Plymouth University and pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca
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Manipulative behaviour could be link between EI and delinquency in young women
Plymouth University news: Dr Alison Bacon has published a study showing that young women with high emotional intelligence are more likely to use manipulative behaviours, resulting in a greater engagement in delinquency.
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Plymouth University leads European initiative exploring robots' impact on language learning
Plymouth University news: Plymouth University is leading a €3million research project - L2TOR - exploring the effectiveness of robots in teaching people a new language
