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Got an enquiry? Contact our Press and Media team at pressoffice@port.ac.uk or by calling +44 (0)23 9284 2728, and our Events Team at events@port.ac.uk.
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News
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Chevening Scholars meet in Portsmouth to discuss climate protection
University of Portsmouth event attracts 800 stargazers
NASA Reveals New Details about Dark Matter’s Influence on the Universe
National survey finds microplastic pollution around Britain’s coastline could be double than previously recorded
Events
View all eventsJan 29 2026
Move, Eat, Think: Building a Healthier Brain
Feb 3 2026
Tidal Terrors: Folklore and Supernatural Storytelling at Sea
Feb 11 2026
Postgraduate Virtual Open Day Wednesday 11 February
Feb 12 2026
CMI/University of Portsmouth - Apprentice to Leader Event 2026
Feb 13 2026
A conversation with Juhani Pallasmaa and Peter MacKeith
Blogs
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Iran protests are not just about economics – they’re a full-blown ideological crisis
From Portsmouth to Abu Dhabi: Sailing, hockey, and progressive teaching
Apply now for PhD studentship about the port city of Mombasa, Kenya, as part of the Sail to Steam, Carbon to Green project
Some dogs can pick up hundreds of words – do they learn like children?
Podcasts
We're developing our podcasts to bring you expert insight on topical issues, stories from our students and alumni, and University news. Find out more about our existing podcast series below.
Life Solved
Port Cities and Maritime Cultures Podcast
Featured research stories
New resource to help in the fight against climate change
Study suggests mild COVID-19 can have harmful effects on cardiovascular health
First ever sturgeon to be found in Africa
Webinars
Hear from our academics and experts directly from wherever in the world you are, by viewing one of our webinar series.
Getting Started Series
Our 'Getting Started' webinar series is designed to give you up-to-the-minute information, tips and guidance to help you get started with your uni application.
Media enquiries
Want an expert opinion on a story? Our press officers can put you in touch with the right person.
- Phone: +44 (0)23 9284 2728 (8.30am-5.30pm)
- Email: pressoffice@port.ac.uk
For urgent, out-of-hours media enquiries, call +44 (0)7594 502 933.
Please do not use the out-of-hours media number for enquiries about coronavirus. Please use the University Coronavirus Information line +44 (0)23 9284 5588.