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🌊 Funded PhD: Advancing Plankton Imaging & Machine Learning to Transform Marine Biodiversity Monitoring 🔬🌍 @plymuni.bsky.social
Bring together AI-powered image analysis, innovative sensors, and real-world policy frameworks.
Two funding options:
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2. lnkd.in/eKPRGhsP
January 24, 2026 at 8:04 AM
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Sunrise over Plymouth Hoe on a crisp winter morning. Fingers crossed for more mornings like this soon 🤞
Smeaton's Tower lighthouse casts a shadow over the ground as a golden sun rises over the land and sea behind.
December 15, 2025 at 3:18 PM
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Scientists at the University have been awarded significant funding to explore why certain drug treatments are proving ineffective in brain tumour patients.

Find out more www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/study-e...
December 12, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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Researchers focused on accelerating and testing new treatments for low-grade brain tumours are set to receive a transformative £2.8million to drive their future work.
Scientists receive £2.8m funding boost to advance research into brain tumours
University of Plymouth news: Already renowned as a hub for world-leading research into low-grade brain tumours, the University has received a five-year...
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December 5, 2025 at 10:51 AM
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PhD Opportunity: Advancing Plankton Imaging & Machine Learning to Transform Marine Biodiversity Monitoring

This PhD offers a rare opportunity to shape the future of ocean biodiversity monitoring.

#PhDOpportunity #MarineScience

Links below 👇
November 28, 2025 at 2:45 PM
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Celebrating Soil with Professor Chris Collins 🌱Ahead of World Soil Day, we’re kicking off a series highlighting soil research at the University of Plymouth - from fieldwork to lab science to global collaborations. Stay tuned! @plymuni.bsky.social
#WorldSoilDay #SoilScience #CRISPSUoP
December 2, 2025 at 12:24 PM
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We’re proud to invest £2.8m in pioneering research at the @plymuni.bsky.social work that could transform outcomes for people diagnosed with brain tumours. 💛

By repurposing existing drugs and accelerating progress to clinical trials, were bringing hope to patients.

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New treatments hoped for brain tumour patients in Plymouth
The University of Plymouth has been awarded £2.8m to develop its research.
www.bbc.co.uk
December 4, 2025 at 4:47 PM
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Alcohol-free drinks popular during pregnancy – but new research shows guidelines are lacking

Find out more: www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/alcohol...
A pregnant woman shopping in a supermarket.
December 1, 2025 at 11:31 AM
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Undergraduate Open Day - Saturday 27 September

Our open days are designed to give you a taste of Plymouth, connect you with passionate staff, and help you feel confident with your choice of course.

Book your place now 👇
www.plymouth.ac.uk/study/open-d...
Prospective students taking a tour of clinical skills facilities. Two student ambassadors holding up 'here to help' signs during an open day. Prospective students on a campus tour being led by two student ambassadors. The entrance of our Babbage Building. A group of students is walking up the ramp towards the main entrance way.
September 22, 2025 at 9:29 AM
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Our Clearing call centre is now open! 📞👋🎉

If you didn’t get the results you were expecting or have only just decided to go to university this year, our team of friendly student ambassadors are ready to take your call and help you find your dream course.

Call our hotline now 0333 241 6929
August 14, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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We are delighted to share that we've been shortlisted for two prizes at the 2025 Green Gown Awards. 🌼🌺🌱
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The University is in the running for the Sustainability Institution of the Year and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Sustainability categories. Picture credit: Dave Burt
July 18, 2025 at 9:52 AM
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Dazzling exhibition invites audiences to immerse themselves in thousands of lights 🤩 💡 🔮
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Submergence is an immersive installation developed by Squidsoup, whose works pioneer the use of light, sound and technology. Picture credit: Lloyd Russell
July 14, 2025 at 6:04 PM
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University's ongoing work to drive sustainability in global shipping sector showcased during parliamentary briefing in Westminster. 🤝
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Academics attended a Westminster event to showcase work to establish a green shipping corridor between the UK, Singapore and ASEAN region.
July 10, 2025 at 4:04 PM
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Children’s social media activity highlights emotional stress of living with long-term health issues 🤳
www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/childre...
July 10, 2025 at 10:02 AM
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Are sewage spills and coastal winds contributing to airborne microplastics? 🌬️😷

New study suggests sewage overflows and onshore winds could be sending billions of airborne microplastic particles into the world’s coastal towns and cities www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/are-sew...
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Photo credit: Lloyd Russell
July 9, 2025 at 11:42 AM
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Register for clearing www.plymouth.ac.uk/multipart_fo...

If you have questions about joining us at Plymouth this September you can contact our admissions teams who will be happy to help.
admissions@plymouth.ac.uk or +44 1752 585858
July 6, 2025 at 7:51 AM
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Join Devon Wildlife Trust staff and volunteers for a guided tour of some of the best rockpools in the UK. 🦀

Learn about some of Wembury's most famous inhabitants, from crabs to starfish and everything in between.

📅 July 13

Tickets here www.plymouth.ac.uk/whats-on/roc...
July 8, 2025 at 9:21 AM
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Can you spot who is moving in our Friday Fun animation of the Quadraille @plymuni.bsky.social
July 4, 2025 at 11:50 AM
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We welcome you to play, explore and experience Submergence, an immersive installation by
@squidsoup.bsky.social 💡⚡️

Place yourself within abstracted scenes and energy fields. Surround yourself with three-dimensional paintings in light and sound.

Plan your visit 👉 www.plymouth.ac.uk/whats-on/sub...
Submergence is an immersive light installation by Squidsoup. Creative team: Anthony Rowe, Liam Birtles, Gareth Bushell, Chris Bennewith and Oliver Bown. Photo credit: LLoyd Russell
July 4, 2025 at 9:52 AM
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Pupils from secondary schools across Plymouth have gained insights into engineering as part of a pioneering the Engineering 4 Inclusion project initiative designed to encourage more young people to consider the profession.

Read more: www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/enginee...
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Engineering 4 Inclusion
YouTube video by University of Plymouth
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July 3, 2025 at 11:17 AM
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Hermit crabs with more sensitive claws may be bolder in their decisions, research shows 🦀
www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/hermit-...
July 2, 2025 at 12:09 PM
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Graduate’s research contributes to new study into air pollution levels in and around Derriford Hospital 🚌 💨
www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/graduat...
July 1, 2025 at 2:04 PM
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Board game which brings disability culture and history to life wins major prize at 2025 Games for Change Awards 🎲 🏆
www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/board-g...
The game was inspired by research carried out by Lecturer in English and Creative Writing, Dr Ryan Sweet.
June 27, 2025 at 2:51 PM
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University research paves the way for more personalised and effective brain tumour treatments 🧠
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PhD research Maryam Shah working in the Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence.
June 25, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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University experts contribute to new TV series helping to unlock Secrets of the Sea 🌊 🐠 🌿
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June 24, 2025 at 2:27 PM