News tagged with: research
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Surfing and sustainability researcher awarded prestigious accolade
Plymouth University news: A Plymouth University academic has received a prestigious accolade in recognition of his global efforts to promote sustainability in the surfing industry
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Johnny Mercer MP visits 'deeply impressive' Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry
Plymouth University news: 'Deeply impressive' was the verdict of Johnny Mercer MP after he visited Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry
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Lab tour showcases Plymouth Parkinson’s disease research
Plymouth University news: Research into Parkinson's disease at Plymouth University has been under the spotlight, as local people affected by the disease meet the researchers who are battling it
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Second home owners feel they have positive impact on tourist communities - study
Plymouth University news: Second home owners in North Cornwall believe they have an overwhelmingly positive impact on the region generating opportunities for employment and boosting the economy, a study has suggested.
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Pilot study reveals storm response of offshore lighthouses
University of Plymouth news: The unseen responses of remote offshore lighthouse during severe storm conditions have been revealed in a new study by the University of Plymouth.
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Reduction in use welcome but more legislation required to solve waste problem
Plymouth University news: In the wake of Tesco’s announcement that plastic bag use has dropped 78% in its stores since 5p charges were introduced, a leading scientist says more work is needed to address the issue of plastic litter in the environment
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Composer rewarded for outstanding contribution to digital innovation
Plymouth University news: A composer and filmmaker whose collaborators include Barclays Bank, the Victoria and Albert Museum and the founder of Heaven 17 has received a prestigious award
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Research priorities revealed by marine renewable energy experts
Plymouth University news: The PRIMaRE consortium, a collection of experts in the field of marine renewable energy at five universities and a number of other key research and development organisations, has published its list of priorities.
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Survival of the Fittest raises £2800 for research into brain tumours
Plymouth University news: A team from the Devon Football Association has raised £2800 for research into brain tumours at Plymouth University by taking part in the gruelling Men's Health Survival of the Fittest assault course
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Lower numeracy could leave older individuals at greater risk of financial exploitation
Plymouth University news: Older people with lower levels of numeracy are more prone to financial exploitation because they are less likely to engage with numeric information and are more susceptible to certain biases in their decision making
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University receives unique wave-propelled AutoNaut for scientific research and teaching
Plymouth University news: An agreement with MOST (AV) has paved the way for the University to receive a new autonomous research and teaching vehicle - the AutoNaut.
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Plymouth University invited to join EnvEast Doctoral Training Partnership
Plymouth University news: The University has been invited to join the EnvEast NERC Doctoral Training Partnership, run by the University of East Anglia, in conjunction with the Universities of Essex and Kent.