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Inner Vision Orchestra

Indian maestro and Musical Director Baluji Shrivastav has brought together musicians from around the world who are blind or partially sighted.

Their uplifting music moves between songs from Iran, Lebanon, Afghanistan, India, Nigeria, to soulful Gospel and Blues to sublime Indian Ragas and Western Classical compositions.

Driven by the intensity of an inner vision they celebrate the power of music to transform live

Inner Vision are:Takashi Kikuchi, Victoria Oruwari, Abi Baker, Tristram Llewellan, Rikki Joldelko, Baldev Singh, Peggy Scott , Fereshteh Khosroujerdy, Ziad...

European competition challenges youngsters to capture marine litter issue on film

Schoolchildren are being invited to capture on camera the problem of marine litter and potential solutions as part of a new European film competition.

Launched by Plymouth University and the National Marine Aquarium, ‘Catch Marine Litter on Film’ challenges youngsters with the task of recording and documenting examples, and sharing their views on the issue.

The competition is...

Plymouth dementia expert welcomes potential drug breakthrough

A dementia expert at Plymouth University has welcomed news that scientists may have taken the first steps in finding a treatment for conditions such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

A study published on Wednesday 10 October in the journal Science Transitional Medicine claimed that researchers had managed to halt brain cell death in mice.

The research, undertaken by the Medical...

Plymouth art historian curates new exhibition at National Gallery

Some of the greatest portraits of the 20th century are going on show at the National Gallery in London as part of a major new exhibition.

Facing the Modern: The Portrait in Vienna 1900 has been compiled from collections across the globe, and includes works by some of the period’s most influential artists.

It has been curated by Dr Gemma Blackshaw, Associate Professor in...

Survey shows that children's 'pester power' can help tackle the plague of ocean debris

An event which aimed to show children how marine plastics were damaging seas and wildlife, highlights the potential ‘pester power’ youngsters might have in encouraging change, according to researchers.

More than 150 children aged eight to 13 completed a short survey before and after participating in a range of activities at the Ecover Schools Blue Mile event in Plymouth, which sought...

Plymouth breaks into global top 300 universities

Plymouth University has been ranked in the top 300 universities in the world for the first time according to higher education’s most detailed rankings system.

Plymouth was placed at 300th exactly in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2013-14, its highest position so far since it first appeared in the table two years ago.

The Times Higher Education World...

Plymouth Respect Festival

The Plymouth Respect Festival is designed to promote respect and celebrate diversity across all areas of the community. The festival organised by the Plymouth and Devon Racial Equality Council and hosted by Plymouth University in 2013.

Since its launch 16 years ago, the festival has traditionally taken place every October, although it took a break in 2012. In previous years, the festival has included parades in the city centre, live music, dancing and theatrical events, play activities, world food, information stands and many showcased events.

The plan is for that to...

Environmental scientists celebrate four decades of pioneering study at Plymouth University

Students and lecturers spanning the past four decades have gathered to celebrate the anniversary of a pioneering course at Plymouth University.

The BSc Environmental Science degree was among the first of its kind in the country when it was started in 1973 to meet the environmental challenges of the day.

There have been constant developments to keep it up to date and relevant,...

HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco receives Honorary Doctorate from Plymouth University

His Serene Highness Prince Albert II of Monaco has been honoured for his commitment to the marine environment with an honorary doctorate from Plymouth University.

HSH Prince Albert II was presented with an Honorary Doctorate of Marine Science at a special ceremony on Thursday (26 September) during a visit to the campus.

As part of the trip, HSH Prince Albert II took a tour of...

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