If you’ve ever forgotten a loved one’s birthday, the chances are you don't live in Plymouth.
Research by Groupon UK has revealed that people based north of Birmingham are more likely to forget important birthdays and special occasions. The research shows that those based in the north east and Scotland were the most frequent offenders, with Glasgow top of the pile; while the further...
New research, published today in the ' Biochemical Journal ', has identified molecules occurring naturally in fruit that may play an important role in the future treatment of heart disease.
Molecules called flavanoids, which are found in citrus fruits, particularly grapefruit, have proven effective at reducing the inflammation that can lead to deadly cardiovascular disease. These...
Research carried out by a team at Plymouth University has, for the first time, identified an important mechanism behind the process that allows a benign, small polyp to develop into spreading and invasive bladder cancer.
Bladder cancer is a common condition – an estimated 10,000 people are diagnosed with the disease each year in the UK. It is the seventh most common cancer in the UK,...
South West Water has installed a cutting-edge water treatment research facility at its Crownhill site in Plymouth which they claim may revolutionise tap water production in the UK.
As part of what it describes as its "long-term vision", South West Water plans to replace the water treatment works at Crownhill with a more efficient new works north of the city during the next five-year...
UK nature is in trouble – that is the conclusion of a groundbreaking report published today by a coalition of leading conservation and research organisations.
Scientists working side-by-side from 25 wildlife organisations have compiled a stock take of our native species – the first of its kind in the UK. The report reveals that 60% of the species studied have declined over recent...
To mark International Clinical Trials Day on Monday 20 May, Derriford Hospital staff from the Research and Development Team will be holding a stand outside the restaurant on level 7 between 10am and 4pm.
Staff will be available to offer advice and inform staff, visitors and patients about the clinical trials and research across the Trust, the benefits to patients and how to get...
Employees with disabilities are twice as likely to be attacked at work and experience much higher rates of insults, ridicule and intimidation, a new study has found.
Research from the universities of Plymouth and Cardiff found people with physical or psychological disabilities or long-term illness reported higher rates...
Plymouth Hospitals NHS Trust Research Team has been recognised by the National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) for their role in promoting clinical research in the NHS.
The certificate, awarded last month recognises the contribution of the team...
