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Welcome to Biomedical Research at the University of Plymouth

Our research is aimed at understanding the molecular and cellular processes underlying human health and disease with a key aim to translate this research into diagnostic and therapeutic applications.

Investment in state-of-the-art genomic, proteomic and imaging technologies have allowed a systems-led approach to explore the interacting networks of genes, molecules and cells underpinning disease processes.

Our research in Diagnostics utilises interdisciplinary approaches to identify novel molecular disease markers and therapies.

Peninsula Medical School news

International medical graduates currently make up just over 40% of the nation’s medical workforce, according to recent figures from the General Medical Council
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

12 November 2025

School of Biomedical Sciences news

Cows with sensor tags on their ears
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

3 November 2025