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Manchester researchers help secure £49.35m to boost mass spectrometry research

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Scientists at The University of Manchester have supported a successful bid for a new distributed research and innovation infrastructure aimed at bolstering the UK’s capability in mass spectrometry.

Friday, Mar 22

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Postdoctoral researcher wins prestigious Women in Science award for sustainable development

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Dr Reem Swidah, a postdoctoral researcher at The University of Manchester, has been awarded the prestigious L'Oréal UNESCO Award for Women in Science for her work in sustainable development.

Thursday, Mar 21

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Climate change disrupts vital ecosystems in the Alps

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Reduced snow cover and shifting vegetation patterns in the Alps, both driven by climate change, are having major combined impacts on biodiversity and functioning of ecosystems in the high mountains, according to new research published…

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University of Manchester recognised as Academic Centre of Excellence in Cyber Security Research

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The University of Manchester has been named an Academic Centre of Excellence (ACE-CSR) in recognition of its internationally leading cyber security research.

Monday, Mar 18

MP tours University of Manchester’s pioneering environmental research facilities

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The University of Manchester has hosted Afzal Khan MP on a visit to the Firs Environmental Research Station which recently completed a £2 million redevelopment.

Friday, Mar 15

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The University of Manchester launches Big Sisters in STEM podcast, spotlighting women and othered voices

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The University of Manchester has launched a new podcast, which aims to amplify marginalised voices in the science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) industry.

Tuesday, Mar 12

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University awarded £30 million to train the next generation of science and engineering researchers through four new Centres for Doctoral Training

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The University of Manchester has been awarded £30 million funding by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) for four Centres for Doctoral Training as part of the UK Research and Innovation’s (UKRI) £500 million…

Monday, Mar 11

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Mathematicians use AI to identify emerging COVID-19 variants

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Scientists at The Universities of Manchester and Oxford have developed an AI framework that can identify and track new and concerning COVID-19 variants and could help with other infections in the future.

Monday, Mar 4

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Next round of Researcher to Innovator (R2I) launched

Following the success of R2I, we are pleased to announce the programme will be running again from April 2024.

Friday, Mar 1

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Scientists make nanoparticles dance to unravel quantum limits

The question of where the boundary between classical and quantum physics lies is one of the longest-standing pursuits of modern scientific research and in new research published today, scientists demonstrate a novel platform that could…

Thursday, Feb 29

Astronomers reveal a new link between water and planet formation

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Researchers have found water vapour in the disc around a young star exactly where planets may be forming.

Monday, Feb 26

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Manchester resilience researchers awarded £4.2 million to help build a secure world

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Manchester’s researchers are on a mission to tackle some of the UK’s most challenging resilience and security problems.

Wednesday, Feb 21

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Research progress reveals faster, more accurate blood flow simulation to revolutionise treatment of vascular diseases

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A review has shed light on the groundbreaking advancements in the simulation of blood flow within the intricate vascular system that could transform medical treatment and device innovation for vascular diseases.

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Early Career Researchers contributing to the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem

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Twenty early career researchers recently completed the Researcher to Innovator (R2I) programme, an exciting entrepreneurship training programme for researchers with ambitions to develop commercial ventures and create impact from their…

Wednesday, Feb 14

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Jodrell Bank Observatory welcomes UK Government Space Adviser on fact-finding trip

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The University of Manchester’s policy engagement, Policy@Manchester, has hosted a visit to Jodrell Bank Observatory for a leading Parliamentarian with a special interest in its work.

Tuesday, Feb 13

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The University of Manchester awarded nearly £7 million to advance UK's engineering biology initiatives

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Today, researchers from The University of Manchester have been named as recipients of nearly £7m funding from UKRI’s Engineering Biology Hubs and Mission Award Projects which will deliver on the government’s National Vision for Engineering…

Monday, Feb 5

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Scientists develop new biocontainment method for industrial organisms

Researchers in the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology (MIB) at The University of Manchester have developed a new biocontainment method for limiting the escape of genetically engineered organisms used in industrial processes.

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Senior MP visits High Voltage Lab and talks policy with University of Manchester experts

Sir Mark Hendrick MP has visited The University of Manchester’s High Voltage Lab - the biggest electrical test and research facility in UK academia - and met with leading academics to discuss a new collection of articles examining national…

Thursday, Feb 1

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Scientists measure air pollution from domestic wood burners in new study

Researchers have started a six-week study to measure airborne pollutant emissions from domestic wood burning stoves, using a dedicated laboratory-based test facility at The University of Manchester.

Wednesday, Jan 31

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Jodrell Bank welcomes Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal in celebration of UNESCO World Heritage status

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Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal visited Jodrell Bank yesterday (Tuesday 30 January) to mark the occasion of Jodrell Bank Observatory being awarded UNESCO World Heritage Status in 2019.

Monday, Jan 29

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University of Manchester and SPIE announce $1million endowment for postgraduate scholarships

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The University of Manchester and SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics have announced the establishment of the SPIE-Manchester Postgraduate Scholarship in Photonics.

Thursday, Jan 25

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Manchester spin-out secures €3 million to develop long-duration energy storage

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A team of Manchester scientists have secured €3 million investment to bring a lithium-free energy storage solution to the global market.

Wednesday, Jan 24

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New Wearable Sensor Accurately Tracks Tiny Changes in the Breath Process

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Manchester scientists have developed a new type of wearable sensor that can precisely track your breath, even the slightest changes in the exhaling and inhaling processes.

Thursday, Jan 18

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Lightest black hole or heaviest neutron star? Manchester astronomers uncover a mysterious object in Milky Way

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An international team of astronomers have found a new and unknown object in the Milky Way that is heavier than the heaviest neutron stars known and yet simultaneously lighter than the lightest black holes known.

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University of Manchester announced as education partner for the Manchester Digital Skills Festival

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Each February, Greater Manchester’s vibrant digital and tech sector takes centre stage as Manchester Digital hosts the Digital Skills Festival – a week-long celebration of the sector, its businesses and people.

Wednesday, Jan 17

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Manchester professors honoured in 2024 Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists

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Two University of Manchester professors have been recognised in the prestigious 2024 Blavatnik Awards for Young Scientists.

Tuesday, Jan 16

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Shadow Minister discusses emissions and innovation during visit to University of Manchester

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The Shadow Minister for Aviation and Maritime, Mike Kane MP, has visited The University of Manchester to meet academics leading research on the urgent need to reduce shipping emissions.

Wednesday, Jan 10

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University launches pioneering study with Greater Manchester local authorities in bid to tackle domestic burning habits and air pollution

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The University of Manchester has launched a study in partnership with Greater Manchester’s 10 local authorities to better understand the use of log burners and solid fuel fires and their impact on air pollution in the region.

Monday, Jan 8

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MP visits world leading graphene engineering facility at University of Manchester

Manchester Gorton MP Afzal Khan has visited The University of Manchester’s multi-million-pound engineering facility which provides industry-led development in graphene applications.

Saturday, Dec 30

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University members recognised in 2024 New Year Honours

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Three University of Manchester Professors are among those recognised in the King's 2024 New Year Honours List.