/feeds/news The latest news from University of Plymouth. en /news/scientists-receive-2-8m-funding-boost-to-advance-research-into-brain-tumours The renewed investment will accelerate progress towards clinical trials for low-grade brain tumours Alan Williams Wed, 03 Dec 2025 00:05:19 +0000 /news/scientists-receive-2-8m-funding-boost-to-advance-research-into-brain-tumours 2025-12-03T00:05:19+00:00 2025-12-03T00:05:19+00:00 /news/academics-welcome-parliamentary-debate-into-national-acquired-brain-injury-action-plan A debate is being held in Westminster Hall into the potential merits of the Government developing a comprehensive acquired brain injury action plan. Alan Williams Tue, 02 Dec 2025 08:21:27 +0000 /news/academics-welcome-parliamentary-debate-into-national-acquired-brain-injury-action-plan 2025-12-02T08:21:27+00:00 2025-12-02T08:21:27+00:00 /news/alcohol-free-drinks-popular-during-pregnancy-but-new-research-shows-guidelines-are-lacking With Christmas party season upon us, research prompts call for improved guidelines and clarity on the safety and suitability of alcohol alternatives Mon, 01 Dec 2025 09:30:22 +0000 /news/alcohol-free-drinks-popular-during-pregnancy-but-new-research-shows-guidelines-are-lacking 2025-12-01T09:30:22+00:00 2025-12-01T09:30:22+00:00 /news/defence-leaders-and-autonomy-innovators-gather-in-plymouth-for-land-sea-air-conference The University hosted delegates for an event exploring how the region’s innovation and ingenuity can create a world-leading hub for autonomous systems Alan Williams Fri, 28 Nov 2025 18:30:25 +0000 /news/defence-leaders-and-autonomy-innovators-gather-in-plymouth-for-land-sea-air-conference 2025-11-28T18:30:25+00:00 2025-11-28T18:30:25+00:00 /news/new-report-calls-for-a-higher-qualified-workforce-of-early-childhood-professionals ‘It is rocket science’ highlights the urgent need to improve the status and recognition of early childhood education staff in the UK Fri, 28 Nov 2025 09:20:50 +0000 /news/new-report-calls-for-a-higher-qualified-workforce-of-early-childhood-professionals 2025-11-28T09:20:50+00:00 2025-11-28T09:20:50+00:00 /news/university-appoints-its-first-professors-of-practice Ian McFadzen and Sam Duffield will use their experience in industry to benefit staff and students across the Faculty of Science and Engineering Alan Williams Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:00:49 +0000 /news/university-appoints-its-first-professors-of-practice 2025-11-28T08:00:49+00:00 2025-11-28T08:00:49+00:00 /news/non-invasive-technology-can-shape-the-brains-reward-seeking-mechanisms New research led by the University found that targeted ultrasound can be used to change the function of a deep region of the human brain Alan Williams Thu, 27 Nov 2025 10:00:38 +0000 /news/non-invasive-technology-can-shape-the-brains-reward-seeking-mechanisms 2025-11-27T10:00:38+00:00 2025-11-27T10:00:38+00:00 /news/inspiring-photographers-shortlisted-for-portrait-of-britain A student and two graduates have made the final of the competition Amy King Wed, 26 Nov 2025 12:49:31 +0000 /news/inspiring-photographers-shortlisted-for-portrait-of-britain 2025-11-26T12:49:31+00:00 2025-11-26T12:49:31+00:00 /news/university-supports-opening-of-companys-first-uk-resilience-factory Our commitment to Plymouth's defence and security industry was highlighted by the Secretary of State for Defence, the Rt Hon John Healey MP Alan Williams Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:22:10 +0000 /news/university-supports-opening-of-companys-first-uk-resilience-factory 2025-11-20T12:22:10+00:00 2025-11-20T12:22:10+00:00 /news/rainforests-under-threat-report The report was commissioned by the South West Rainforest Alliance and based on research conducted by the University of Plymouth Alan Williams Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:05:24 +0000 /news/rainforests-under-threat-report 2025-11-19T00:05:24+00:00 2025-11-19T00:05:24+00:00 /news/new-sensory-study-room-opens-for-healthcare-students-in-cornwall Inclusive sensory study room at the Knowledge Spa in Truro is also open to local healthcare partners Mon, 17 Nov 2025 10:23:56 +0000 /news/new-sensory-study-room-opens-for-healthcare-students-in-cornwall 2025-11-17T10:23:56+00:00 2025-11-17T10:23:56+00:00 /news/seabot-maritime-and-the-university-of-plymouth-sign-landmark-agreement Partnership will deliver new training programmes, joint research, and future skills development in marine autonomy Dave Shuttleworth Mon, 17 Nov 2025 09:00:21 +0000 /news/seabot-maritime-and-the-university-of-plymouth-sign-landmark-agreement 2025-11-17T09:00:21+00:00 2025-11-17T09:00:21+00:00 /news/student-in-the-running-for-portrait-artist-of-the-year Ecology and Conservation student El Barrett explains how their passion for art complements their professional study Thu, 13 Nov 2025 14:45:28 +0000 /news/student-in-the-running-for-portrait-artist-of-the-year 2025-11-13T14:45:28+00:00 2025-11-13T14:45:28+00:00 /news/study-provides-new-forecasts-of-remote-islands-vulnerability-to-sea-level-rise The research found a severe flooding event in the Maldives could become far more common in the future Alan Williams Thu, 13 Nov 2025 10:00:26 +0000 /news/study-provides-new-forecasts-of-remote-islands-vulnerability-to-sea-level-rise 2025-11-13T10:00:26+00:00 2025-11-13T10:00:26+00:00 /news/project-explores-barriers-to-nhs-career-progression-facing-international-medical-graduates A study led by the University is exploring why fewer doctors who qualified overseas become GPs and consultants in the NHS Alan Williams Wed, 12 Nov 2025 09:00:22 +0000 /news/project-explores-barriers-to-nhs-career-progression-facing-international-medical-graduates 2025-11-12T09:00:22+00:00 2025-11-12T09:00:22+00:00 /news/microplastics-scientists-named-among-worlds-most-influential-researchers Professor Richard Thompson and Dr Imogen Napper feature within the 2025 Highly Cited Researchers List Alan Williams Wed, 12 Nov 2025 08:00:35 +0000 /news/microplastics-scientists-named-among-worlds-most-influential-researchers 2025-11-12T08:00:35+00:00 2025-11-12T08:00:35+00:00 /news/university-provides-evidence-to-major-national-review-of-uk-counter-terrorism-law Dr Paul Simpson worked with colleagues in the UK, France and Germany to survey thousands of people about their perceptions of terrorism Tue, 11 Nov 2025 16:49:04 +0000 /news/university-provides-evidence-to-major-national-review-of-uk-counter-terrorism-law 2025-11-11T16:49:04+00:00 2025-11-11T16:49:04+00:00 /news/what-does-specialisation-for-a-university-mean-in-a-defence-led-economy Opportunities and challenges in the wake of Government defence spending announcements and the Post-16 white paper Richard Davies Tue, 11 Nov 2025 15:54:21 +0000 /news/what-does-specialisation-for-a-university-mean-in-a-defence-led-economy 2025-11-11T15:54:21+00:00 2025-11-11T15:54:21+00:00 /news/world-first-facility-enhances-the-uks-energy-and-cyber-resilience The University's CROWN Lab is the only research facility in the world dedicated to cyber security in the offshore wind industry Alan Williams Mon, 10 Nov 2025 13:45:02 +0000 /news/world-first-facility-enhances-the-uks-energy-and-cyber-resilience 2025-11-10T13:45:02+00:00 2025-11-10T13:45:02+00:00 /news/united-states-democracy-under-the-spotlight-at-the-2025-lord-caradon-lecture Jon Sopel, the BBC’s former North America Editor, will deliver the annual lecture at the University of Plymouth in November Alan Williams Thu, 06 Nov 2025 08:00:42 +0000 /news/united-states-democracy-under-the-spotlight-at-the-2025-lord-caradon-lecture 2025-11-06T08:00:42+00:00 2025-11-06T08:00:42+00:00 /news/locomotive-legacy-lives-on-at-intercity-place Former University of Plymouth engine sign takes pride of place Dave Shuttleworth Wed, 05 Nov 2025 09:17:39 +0000 /news/locomotive-legacy-lives-on-at-intercity-place 2025-11-05T09:17:39+00:00 2025-11-05T09:17:39+00:00 /news/predicted-co2-levels-cause-marked-increase-in-forest-temperatures Researchers used cutting-edge thermal imagining technologies to examine how trees responded to changing environmental conditions Alan Williams Wed, 05 Nov 2025 09:05:21 +0000 /news/predicted-co2-levels-cause-marked-increase-in-forest-temperatures 2025-11-05T09:05:21+00:00 2025-11-05T09:05:21+00:00 /news/university-co-leads-2m-project-using-ai-to-study-vulnerable-deep-sea-habitats The project has been awarded funding through the Bezos Earth Fund’s AI for Climate and Nature Grand Challenge Mon, 03 Nov 2025 09:00:25 +0000 /news/university-co-leads-2m-project-using-ai-to-study-vulnerable-deep-sea-habitats 2025-11-03T09:00:25+00:00 2025-11-03T09:00:25+00:00 /news/university-spinout-highlights-outstanding-performance-of-vaccine-candidate The Vaccine Group is working to develop a vaccine to tackle bovine respiratory syncytial virus (BRSV) in calves Mon, 03 Nov 2025 08:00:35 +0000 /news/university-spinout-highlights-outstanding-performance-of-vaccine-candidate 2025-11-03T08:00:35+00:00 2025-11-03T08:00:35+00:00 /news/students-use-skills-to-deliver-frighteningly-good-halloween-event Acting, marketing and business students are in the Spooky Stadium at Plymouth Argyle Fri, 31 Oct 2025 09:41:36 +0000 /news/students-use-skills-to-deliver-frighteningly-good-halloween-event 2025-10-31T09:41:36+00:00 2025-10-31T09:41:36+00:00 60