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New report finds 16 lives lost last year might have been saved by lifejacket wear The findings are published as part of Maritime Safety Week, which aims to highlight ways in which people can stay safe at sea and along the coast.

06 July 2021 2 min read

Sixteen people’s lives might have been saved in 2020 if they had been wearing a lifejacket or buoyancy aid, according to new findings.

University hosts seminars to encourage people to embrace nature and get active Hear about the experiences of a paddleboarder and an ice swimmer - two of the speakers at a free virtual seminar series this month.

01 July 2021 4 min read

Ever wondered if getting outside would really make a difference to your life? Now is your chance to find out.

How heat could impact the 2021 Tokyo Olympics The study: 'Rings of Fire: How heat could impact the 2021 Tokyo Olympics', advises athletes how to cope in extreme conditions.

26 May 2021 3 min read

High levels of heat and humidity driven by climate change could pose a significant threat to competitors at the Tokyo Olympics in July, a new study warns.

Addressing gender equity in sport officiating The project will help sport organisations across Europe to put in place effective recruitment, retention and engagement policies for female sport officials, ultimately improving gender balance in the role.

04 May 2021 3 min read

Dr Tom Webb from the University of Portsmouth is helping to raise the growth and participation of female sports officials in Europe.

Bespoke bras given to top sportswomen to boost performance

23 March 2021 3 min read

Bespoke bras given to top sportswomen to improve performance

Extreme environment expert given lifetime achievement award

11 March 2021 2 min read

Extreme environment expert given lifetime achievement award | News | University of Portsmouth

University partners with ‘superhuman’ to help people with cystic fibrosis A new PhD opportunity aims to improve the lives of thousands of people who live with the disease cystic fibrosis.

24 February 2021 4 min read

The University of Portsmouth is teaming up with a ‘superhuman’ athlete who has cystic fibrosis (CF) to help others with the disease.

Has stand-up paddleboarding helped you cope through Covid? Researchers are looking for participants to take part in a short survey exploring activity, wellbeing and health during the Covid-19 restrictions

08 February 2021 3 min read

The popularity of stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) has soared during the pandemic and now University of Portsmouth researchers are looking for people to complete a short survey about their experiences of the sport.

Temperature scanners of limited value in detecting Covid-19

14 January 2021 3 min read

University partners with Technogym for fitness and wellness solutions World’s leading supplier of fitness and wellness solutions is announced as the official equipment supplier to University of Portsmouth.

19 October 2020 3 min read

Technogym is appointed the official fitness equipment supplier to University of Portsmouth. The University is opening Ravelin Sports Centre, a new £57m facility, next year.