News tagged with: research
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Project launched to identify key landscapes in Cornwall
Plymouth University news: A new research project has been launched to establish what are some of the most important landscapes in Cornwall, and find out how people use them, and whether any barriers exist in gaining access to them.
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New study reveals Tetris can block cravings
Plymouth University news: A new study by psychologists has found that playing Tetris for as little as three minutes at a time can block cravings.
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Liquid nitrogen and ping-pong balls collide
University of Plymouth news: Scientists at the University of Plymouth have staged an eye-catching experiment involving liquid nitrogen and 1650 ping-pong balls in an attempt to inspire people about the power of science
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Million pound postgraduate health research programme set to launch
Plymouth University news: A new postgraduate research programme, funded by Health Education England and the National Institute for Health Research
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Study shows parents are inclined to misjudge child happiness
Plymouth University news: Research by Plymouth University showed parents of 10 and 11-year-olds consistently overestimated their child’s happiness, while those with 15 and 16-year-olds were inclined to underestimate
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Aquariums deliver health and wellbeing benefits
The University of Plymouth news: People who spend time watching aquariums and fish tanks could see improvements in their physical and mental wellbeing, according to new research involving academics and PhD students at the University of Plymouth.
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Work underway on £14 million health and medical research facility
Plymouth University news: The first turf has been cut at a life changing £14 million health and medical research facility at Plymouth University
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Discussing marine litter by Royal appointment
Plymouth University news: Academics from Plymouth University were among those meeting the Prince of Wales and Duchess of Cornwall during an event to raise awareness of the problem of marine litter
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Local Huntington’s disease group visits ground breaking research lab
Plymouth University news: There is currently no cure for Huntington's disease but researchers from Plymouth University are searching for a treatment. Local people affected by the disease have visited the researchers and decided to fundraise for their work
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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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Microscopic image earns global recognition
Plymouth University news: A striking magnified image of a Forsythia pollen grain generated at Plymouth University has been shortlisted for an international competition
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Computer interface helps disabled patients
Plymouth University news: Pioneering technology created at Plymouth University has been used to unite a string quartet and four people living with severe disability for a world first in musical performance
