News tagged with: marine
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Are subsea oil and gas pipelines a previously unrecognised source of ocean microplastics?
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» news: New research led by our International Marine Litter Research Unit has estimated that legacy plastics from oil and gas infrastructure could contribute tonnes of microplastics to UK waters each year
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![A person prepares to apply sunscreen to their body on a beach. This image relates to research by the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» and Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» Marine Laboratory (PML) relating to the environmental impacts on sunscreen on marine life. Getty Images.]()
Over half of people are unaware of the environmental effects of sunscreen
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» news: A new study by researchers at the University and Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» Marine Laboratory (PML) comes during a summer when the UK has basked in almost unbroken sunshine for several weeks
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![Researchers on the EQUIFy project, from Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» Marine Laboratory (PML), the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³», and other partners, conducted a trial in Smart Sound Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» using an uncrewed surface vehicle (USV) and testing its novel onboard sensors]()
Project demonstrates autonomous capability for floating offshore wind monitoring
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» news: The University is part of a multidisciplinary project that successfully tested a novel autonomous monitoring system designed to improve how environmental evidence is generated for the floating offshore wind industry
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At risk and cut off – are other coastal communities destined to follow in Torcross’ footsteps?
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» news: Following the collapse of the A379 in South Devon in February 2026, our scientists suggest the issues facing residents in Torcross could represent an early warning sign for coastal communities around the UK
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University leads new report highlighting health of the UK’s plankton communities
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» news: Our researchers have led the production of a new Marine Climate Change Impacts Partnership (MCCIP) report highlighting the impact of climate change on marine plankton and pelagic habitats in UK waters
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![The Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» and UNESCO's Regional Bureau for Science and Culture in Europe held a Science Diplomacy Consultative Forum to explore the role of universities in science diplomacy for a shared future]()
University hosts international forum on the power of science diplomacy
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» news: The University and UNESCO's Regional Bureau for Science and Culture in Europe held a Science Diplomacy Consultative Forum to explore the role of universities in science diplomacy for a shared future
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![A three-year project, led by the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³», will investigate the movement of common dolphins throughout the year and assess how much noise they are exposed to from passing vessels 2.25 MB A three-year project, led by the University of Plymout]()
Project investigates how ship noise is affecting dolphins and porpoises
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» news: Researchers from the University are launching a major new study to understand how underwater noise from ships could be impacting common dolphins and harbour porpoises in the English Channel
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Project provides new insights on breeding habits and behaviours of vulnerable marine species
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» news: A new project led by our Centre for Marine Biology and Conservation Science (CMACS) aims to shed light on two of the country’s least understood and vulnerable marine species – tope sharks and undulate rays
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![Vampire crabs (Geosesarma species) are small, semi-terrestrial tropical crabs native to Southeast Asia. These Red Devil Vampire Crabs (Geosesarma hagen) are the subject of ongoing research at the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» to establish their behaviours]()
Scientists provide first assessment of online global trade in brachyuran land crabs
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» news: Research led by the University aims to pave the way for informed decisions about the catching, importing and exporting of key species including vampire crabs
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Decline in plankton across North East Atlantic sends stark warning for ocean health
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» news: A new study led by the University found there were no habitats assessed as being of ‘Good Environmental Status’ in a region stretching along the coasts and ocean from Portugal to Norway
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![In May 2026, the Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» ran an autonomy course for students based at the Hydrographic and Meteorological Training Unit (HMTU) at Devonport, as well as officers from the Royal Navy, the Royal Australian Navy and the Royal Navy of Oman]()
University supports military workforce with skills and professional development
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» news: Our academics have run sessions in marine autonomy and maritime cyber security for the Royal Navy and a number of other organisations
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Testing environment could transform underwater innovation and research
Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» news: Smart Sound Connect Subsurface (SSCS) is a University-led initiative that extends the existing capabilities offered by Smart Sound Â鶹´«Ã½Ó³» and the Western Channel Observatory beneath the ocean surface
