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Two decades on, we remain at the forefront of global marine litter research, providing robust evidence for policy-makers, industry and consumers
Thirty years ago, while counting barnacles, limpets and seaweeds along rocky shores, I started noticing a daily tide of litter, mostly plastic. I kept removing it, but the next day, there’d be more.
Richard Thompson OBE FRS
Director of the Marine Institute
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TEF gold across all three categories
Teaching Excellence Framework 2023
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UK Top 10 for life below water and top 5 for zero hunger
Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2023
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Second carbon-neutral university in the UK
Verified to PAS 2060 standard (2023)
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3 Queen’s Anniversary Prizes
Our most recent award was for leading work in microplastics
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High rate of graduate employment
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We use our expertise and state-of-the-art facilities for action, working in partnership, and investing in people and skills to address the sustainable exploitation of our oceans.
Vice-Chancellor and CEO, University of Plymouth
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