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Is the public protection system failing?
23 April 2012 08:20

A media driven, highly politicised pubic protection agenda has led to thousands of prisoners being indefinitely detained, swamping the system and making it more difficult to protect the public effectively, according to a University criminologist.

Artists of the future display in city gallery
19 April 2012 08:24

Young people from local further education and sixth form colleges are to have the honour of exhibiting their work in a prestigious gallery thanks to a joint project with the University of Portsmouth.

Scientist targets fungal infections
18 April 2012 08:33

A scientist who has found a potential new target to treat fungal infections – responsible for a growing number of health problems in people with low immune system from thrush to blood infections and for many diseases in crops and animals – has been awarded a prestigious grant of nearly £400,000 to try and discover how to fight it.

Scientists studying our future
12 April 2012 02:06

Research scientists from all over the world are attending an international conference in Portsmouth next week to discuss the world’s increasing need and appetite for radio communication spectrum.

Wildlife thriving after nuclear disaster
11 April 2012 08:27

Radiation from the Chernobyl and Fukushima nuclear accidents may not have been as harmful to wildlife as previously thought.

Hundreds of Portsmouth pupils try Olympic sports
2 April 2012 03:55

Nearly 500 school pupils tried their hand at a range of Olympic sports last week at an event to celebrate the countdown to the Olympic and Paralympic Games.

Einstein proved right as scientists measure expansion of the Universe
30 March 2012 09:23

A major new test of Einstein's view of the Universe has proved him right with incredible accuracy and is helping scientists to understand the mysterious acceleration of the universe.

Budding engineers compete for prizes
29 March 2012 03:42

Six schools from across Hampshire competed today to design and build a prototype to a tough engineering problem.

Human brains on show at new exhibition
29 March 2012 08:16

An exhibition that gives visitors a physical encounter with the human brain opens today.

Shortage of graduates will harm economy – report
28 March 2012 09:28

A new report launched this week shows that a shortage of graduates threatens the UK economy.

Apprentice candidate is Portsmouth alumna
28 March 2012 08:24

Sixteen new candidates, who joined Lord Sugar last week for the latest series of The Apprentice, include University of Portsmouth alumna Katie Wright.

Crossing the line – when sport becomes crime
26 March 2012 02:22

Violence, hooliganism and hate crime in the world of sport will be discussed by the Chief Crown Prosecutor for the Crown Prosecution Service in Wessex, at a University of Portsmouth public lecture next Wednesday 28 March.

The pterodactyl that researchers forgot
26 March 2012 08:30

An ancient fragment of a skull from a 125 million year old flying reptile has been re-interpreted to redefine how the creature lived.

Earth's crust slowly being destroyed
21 March 2012 01:48

New research shows that the Earth’s crust is now undergoing high rates of destruction.

Petroleum engineering student impresses judges
21 March 2012 09:47

A final year Petroleum Engineering student at the University of Portsmouth has won second place in a competition for young engineers.

Creative conference is a roaring success
20 March 2012 03:29

A university-organised conference about using creativity in education, research and enterprise has been an overwhelming success.

Eminent geologist awarded prestigious medal
15 March 2012 02:06

Dr Rob Strachan, Head of the School of Earth and Environmental Sciences, has been awarded a prestigious Coke Medal by the Geological Society in recognition of his significant service to geology.

Just 60 seconds of combat impairs memory
13 March 2012 09:20

Just 60 seconds of all-out physical exertion in a threatening situation can seriously damage the memories of those involved for many details of the incident, according to a new study of police officers.

New manager of China office
12 March 2012 09:45

Marketing expert Ying Wang (Wendy) has been appointed general manager of the University of Portsmouth’s China office, in Shanghai.

Melting ice a creeping catastrophe
9 March 2012 08:43

PUBLIC LECTURE

Cosmic science day for school pupils
8 March 2012 08:29

Local children from ages ten to 18 are being taken deep into outer space next week – and it’s expected the experience will transform some of them.

Traditional bra-fitting doesn't give the best fit, study reveals
7 March 2012 08:18

Women shopping for new bras should throw away the tape-measure and focus on how the garment fits, according to new research.

Portsmouth Professor to speak at Houses of Parliament
6 March 2012 09:26

A Portsmouth Professor will give a lecture at the Houses of Parliament today on Women and the Vote.

Where we used to live - new website of maps from the past launched
29 February 2012 03:34

The broadest single collection of historical maps from around the world is being made available online with the launch of a new web site.

Commercial success for computer game
28 February 2012 08:44

A computer game created by a University lecturer has recouped its initial budget within 6 hours of its commercial release.

Photography exhibition celebrates diversity for One World Week
27 February 2012 08:22

A photography exhibition portraying black, minority and ethnic (BME) role models is going on display from today.

First major alumni event in Hong Kong
27 February 2012 08:51

More than 60 alumni and guests of the University of Portsmouth who now live and work in Hong Kong have joined the first official alumni event in Hong Kong.

Streetdance competition for Portsmouth pupils
24 February 2012 02:39

Over 350 pupils coached by students from the University's UP for Sport Volunteer Scheme competed in an annual streetdance competition at the King’s Theatre yesterday.

Students help reduce crime
24 February 2012 09:14

Students are helping cut crime on campus thanks to an initiative between the University of Portsmouth and Hampshire police.

Students volunteer across the city
23 February 2012 08:38

A local beach clean was organised by University students yesterday as part of a week of activities demonstrating the benefits and rewards of volunteering.

Hotels with poor websites face drop in profits
22 February 2012 09:20

Hotels which fail to spend time and money on their websites face a drop in bookings and profitability, according to a new study.

Black hole research offers answers to galaxy formation
16 February 2012 09:10

New modelling techniques developed at the University of Portsmouth have helped in the latest breakthrough in understanding how galaxies are formed.

Economics Professor wins South African fellowship
15 February 2012 11:22

The Head of Economics at Portsmouth Business School has won a prestigious fellowship to conduct research at Rhodes University in South Africa. 

Chinese maritime experts learn from RNLI
14 February 2012 09:32

Ten senior experts in maritime safety from China have spent a day with the Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) in Poole seeing first-hand how the charity works to save lives.

Chancellor breaks ground on Eldon development
9 February 2012 04:49

The ground has been broken on the site of the new £14m Eldon development project by Chancellor Sheila Hancock.

Chancellor attends Charles Dickens bicentenary service
7 February 2012 09:13

The Chancellor and Vice-Chancellor will today attend a thanksgiving service to commemorate the bicentenary of the birth of Charles Dickens at St Mary’s Church in Portsmouth.

Tomato nutrient may intercept cancer growth
1 February 2012 09:23

A nutrient in cooked tomatoes has been shown in laboratory studies to slow the growth of or even kill prostate cancer cells.

Drama in the Dock: life-like learning for students
31 January 2012 04:32

A brutal fight occurs, Hampshire Police arrive on scene and an arrest is made.

String Quartet to perform in Portsmouth
31 January 2012 09:53

The second concert in the University sponsored Music in the Round series, featuring a renowned string quartet, will take place this Friday 3 February.

Head of BBC digital switchover scheme to speak at University
27 January 2012 10:18

The Head of the BBC’s digital switchover help scheme will deliver a public lecture at the University of Portsmouth.

Talented student helps design super-yacht
26 January 2012 03:22

A talented student at the University of Portsmouth has helped design the first super-yacht to have panoramic windows – and now is dreaming of one day designing his own yacht from scratch.

Expert identifies risks in govt work programme
25 January 2012 08:52

A host of risks, as well as innovations, are inherent in the government’s new Work Programme designed to help the unemployed into work, according to Professor Dan Finn, an international expert in welfare to work strategies.

Sandi Toksvig is new Chancellor of University of Portsmouth
23 January 2012 09:55

The University of Portsmouth is delighted to announce the appointment of Sandi Toksvig, author, broadcaster, and television producer, as Chancellor.

Business leaders visit campus
20 January 2012 12:29

University facilities were showcased to the local business community this week at an event designed to encourage greater industry collaboration.

New web site helps artists achieve business success
20 January 2012 11:57

A unique online service designed to help creative practitioners profit from their skills is being launched this week.

Hidden drama in the plant kingdom
18 January 2012 11:05

Inaugural lecture

University supports BBC's national Stargazing Live event
16 January 2012 12:25

University cosmologists are taking a leading role at the South’s showcase event supporting the BBC Two prime time show ‘Stargazing Live.’

Business Studies student in sales final
12 January 2012 08:44

A University of Portsmouth student has reached the finals of an international sales competition.

Friends point you in right direction
11 January 2012 08:44

Friendship, more than family ties, has a vital role to play in helping monkeys cope better with whatever life throws at them, according to a new study.

New Associate Dean of Research for Business School
10 January 2012 12:33

An expert in development economics has been appointed the University of Portmouth Business School’s new Associate Dean of Research. 

Students' network just got £1m bigger
3 January 2012 09:17

Networking students at the University of Portsmouth are learning how to help save the planet thanks to a new £1m laboratory which rivals anything available at other British universities.