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    Read the latest news from the University, from student success stories and alumni achievements to research breakthroughs across our 5 faculties.

    Got an enquiry? For more information on a story – or to arrange to speak to one of our academics – contact our Press and Media team at pressoffice@port.ac.uk or by calling +44 (0)23 9284 2728.

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    Interactive tables shown to have a positive impact on those living with dementia

    31 July 2019 3 min read

    The use of interactive tables that encourage users to engage with interactive games has shown to have a positive impact on those living with moderate to severe dementia in residential homes, according to a new study.

    Dementia sufferers interacting with the interactive games

    Portsmouth astrophysicist launches new BBC Radio 4 show Astrophysicist Jen Gupta co-hosts new BBC Radio 4 series, 'Stranger Than Sci-Fi'

    23 July 2019 2 min read

    University astrophysicist Dr Jen Gupta co-hosts a new BBC Radio 4 series

    Dr Jen Gupta

    Portsmouth ranked 21st in Guardian University Guide 2020 We're #21 in the Guardian Uni Guide – our highest ever position

    07 June 2019 2 min read

    We're #21 in the Guardian Uni Guide – our highest ever position. Read more today.

    Smiling graduates in gowns and hats

    University to help to drive economic growth in the region through the exploitation of space

    29 May 2019 3 min read

    Hosting South Coast Centre of Excellence (SCCoE) in Satellite Applications to help drive economic growth through exploitation of space. Read more today.

    Earth from space

    Portsmouth academic is Editor-in-Chief of new BMJ health informatics journal

    11 April 2019 3 min read

    Dr Philip Scott from the University of Portsmouth is Editor-in-Chief of the new BMJ Health & Care Informatics journal.

    Medical professional using computer tablet in hospital ward

    The Force is strong at Comic Con 2019

    08 April 2019 4 min read

    The University of Portsmouth will be showcasing its research in popular culture, robots and state-of-the-art technology at this year’s Portsmouth Comic Con.

    Comic Con 2019 graphic

    Mathematician helps surgeon save those injured in explosive blasts

    03 April 2019 4 min read

    A mathematician and military doctor develop the first simulator to test treatments for patients with blast lung injury caused by explosions. Read more today.

    Explosion with debris flying

    Students show off their skills in engineering design challenge

    29 March 2019 3 min read

    First year undergraduate students compete for a spot in the Institute of Mechanical Engineers Design Challenge National Final. Read more today.

    Students showing engineering certificates

    Cosmologists join new survey to help understand the mysterious force known as 'Dark Energy'

    13 March 2019 5 min read

    Cosmologists from the University of Portsmouth are playing a crucial role in a new survey that will try and understand the mysterious force known as ‘dark energy’, that is making the Universe expand faster and faster.

    Space

    Simple step will add millions to charities’ purse

    31 January 2019 2 min read

    A slight technological shift may be the start of a new era for charity fundraising in which good causes get more money, at no extra cost to donors.

    Someone is holding a phone in their hand and is donating money and is selecting Gift Aid

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