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News
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Plenty of friends and strong social ties keep companies honest
New study shatters "heavy bones" myth: People of African, Caribbean and Asian heritage can float
University of Portsmouth Pro-Chancellor appointed to House of Lords
Plastics dominate UK litter as rural and outdoor spaces emerge as pollution hotspots
New UN report outlines economic pathways for tackling planetary crisis
Events
View all eventsJan 14 2026
Give Back, Grow Forward: Explore Local Charity Trustee Opportunities
Jan 15 2026
Football finance: Football's relationship with money
Blogs
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Completing the Journey: All Eight Industrial Strategy Sector Plans Reviewed
Google is relying on its own chips for its AI system Gemini. Here’s why that’s a seismic change for the industry
Drones have changed warfare. Two new weapons might be about alter its course again
Applying to university: tips from parents to parents
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.