🌊 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:
1. lnkd.in/e566f8RR
2. lnkd.in/eKPRGhsP
Smeaton's Tower lighthouse casts a shadow over the ground as a golden sun rises over the land and sea behind.
Sunrise over Plymouth Hoe on a crisp winter morning. Fingers crossed for more mornings like this soon 🤞
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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...
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.
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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 👇
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
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.
https://bbc.in/3XwVX1n
A pregnant woman shopping in a supermarket.
Alcohol-free drinks popular during pregnancy – but new research shows guidelines are lacking
Find out more: www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/alcohol...
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.
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...
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
The University is in the running for the Sustainability Institution of the Year and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in Sustainability categories. Picture credit: Dave Burt
We are delighted to share that we've been shortlisted for two prizes at the 2025 Green Gown Awards. 🌼🌺🌱
www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/univers...
Submergence is an immersive installation developed by Squidsoup, whose works pioneer the use of light, sound and technology. Picture credit: Lloyd Russell
Dazzling exhibition invites audiences to immerse themselves in thousands of lights 🤩 💡 🔮
www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/exhibit...
Academics attended a Westminster event to showcase work to establish a green shipping corridor between the UK, Singapore and ASEAN region.
University's ongoing work to drive sustainability in global shipping sector showcased during parliamentary briefing in Westminster. 🤝
www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/univers...
Children’s social media activity highlights emotional stress of living with long-term health issues 🤳
www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/childre...
Photo credit: Lloyd Russell
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...
@plymouthmarine.bsky.social
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
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...
Can you spot who is moving in our Friday Fun animation of the Quadraille @plymuni.bsky.social
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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
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...
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...
youtu.be/6MXk1FfJOzk
Hermit crabs with more sensitive claws may be bolder in their decisions, research shows 🦀
www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/hermit-...
Graduate’s research contributes to new study into air pollution levels in and around Derriford Hospital 🚌 💨
www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/graduat...
The game was inspired by research carried out by Lecturer in English and Creative Writing, Dr Ryan Sweet.
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...
PhD research Maryam Shah working in the Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence.
University research paves the way for more personalised and effective brain tumour treatments 🧠
www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/univers... @braintumourrsch.bsky.social
University experts contribute to new TV series helping to unlock Secrets of the Sea 🌊 🐠 🌿
www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/univers...
This year’s line-up will see audiences wowed by the all-day arena and stage programme, parades, hands-on displays and challenges, military vehicles and equipment, thrilling demonstrations and entertainment. Image credit: One Plymouth
Plymouth’s spectacular Armed Forces Day returns to Plymouth Hoe with an epic programme of displays, demonstrations and entertainment.
📅 June 28
Come along and show your support 👇
www.plymouth.ac.uk/whats-on/ply... @armedforces.bsky.social
New research led by the University highlights how uneven our knowledge of ocean biodiversity really is.
Mapping the gaps: new global assessment reveals stark biases in ocean biodiversity data 🐙
www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/mapping...
The award, sponsored by UK Agri-Tech Centre, recognised the 13 years of collaborative research undertaken by the University and Offshore Shellfish on their offshore mussel farm in Lyme Bay, off the coast of Devon.
Offshore mussel farm collaboration wins at the Aquaculture UK Awards 🏆
www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/offshor...
There's still time to book your place for our open day tomorrow.
From exploring our city campus, to talking to your future lecturers, our open day gives you a flavour of life here at the University of Plymouth.
Book now: www.plymouth.ac.uk/forms/open-d...
The University of Plymouth has been ranked among the world’s top 100 universities – and the top 15 in the UK – in the 2025 Times Higher Education Impact Rankings.
University of Plymouth ranked among world’s 100 best universities for sustainability 🌲♻️🌻
www.plymouth.ac.uk/news/plymout...
