Read the latest news from the University, including student successes and research breakthroughs, browse our calendar of upcoming events, listen to the latest podcast episodes, and read blogs from academics across our 5 faculties.
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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Life Solved Live: Where We Came From, Where We’re Going
ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú students win £20,000 business support package
University supports project to share ÍÃ×ÓÏÈÉú’s post-WW2 Black stories
From garden to garment: Students grow plants to use in sustainable fashion
International scientists urge urban planners to stop burying rivers to build cities
Events
View all eventsMay 11 2026
So, you want to apply for Operating Department Practice? - Webinar
May 13 2026
LIVE from the Lab: Biological Sciences - Webinar
May 13 2026
Applying sequential decision modelling to defence investment planning
Blogs
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A bird flu vaccine for humans is being trialled – here’s how it works
Impact of environmental conditions in the operation of learning spaces and student engagement and wellbeing in higher education
How to build cities for wildlife, not just people – new research
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.
Thinking about uni
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.