News tagged with: school-of-psychology
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Study exposes magicians’ misconceptions about why their tricks work
Ƶ news: Research compared insights from performers and the public.
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Alumni Awards 2025
Ƶ news: The winners of the University's first Alumni Awards have been announced, recognising the positive impact our graduates are making locally and globally
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£6.5m project aims to revolutionise mental health treatment using ultrasound
Ƶ news: The University is working with NHS and industry partners to test a device using ultrasound to improve mood and reduce depression
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Plymouth’s explorers share expertise at national event
Ƶ news: Students, staff and alumni attended the annual RGS Explore event, which supports people in all disciplines as they push geographical boundaries.
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Project explores possibilities for UK wetsuit recycling
Ƶ news: Funded by Future Fibres Network Plus, the University will work with Circular Flow Ltd to examine the scope for developing a UK neoprene recycling facility
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Animal characters can boost young children’s psychological development
Ƶ news: A new study by researchers in our School of Psychology explored the extent to which different characters influence children’s theory of mind skills.
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“Everyone is welcome here” – meet Plymouth’s student president with inclusion at his heart
Dindu Okechukwu is using his time as Students’ Union President to ensure everyone feels included at Uni and in the wider city.
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Ultrasound can be used as search and rescue tool for the brain
Ƶ news: Scientists from Plymouth and the United States have highlighted the potential for ultrasound to treat some of the more complex health conditions affecting the human brain
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Magicians don’t mind sharing the secrets behind tricks – if they are their own
Ƶ news: A new study by researchers in our School of Psychology has shown that magicians are happy to share the tricks of their trade in certain circumstances.
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People with dyslexia and dyscalculia show less bias, study shows
Ƶ news: A new research study led by our School of Psychology shows that people with dyslexia and dyscalculia show less bias.
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“Two days in Plymouth made me want to stay for the year”
Kyra Rosas came to the University on international exchange from Florida.
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Magic for the blind – competition encourages magicians to create tricks that only use sound
Ƶ news: Entries are being sought as part of an international contest with the winner due to be announced at the Science of Magic Association conference in November 2024
