The day Einstein came to The University of Manchester
Departments 20th May 2020
When Albert Einstein came to the UK to speak about his Theory of Relativity, he chose The University of Manchester. Discover the story behind the lecture.
Manchester scientists developing simple at-home COVID-19 test
Research impact and institutes 12th May 2020
Researchers at the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology are working on a test for COVID-19 that can be used at home and provides results in 20 minutes.
The Force is strong in Manchester
UOM life 4th May 2020
Manchester is often at the forefront of things, but did you know the city may well be responsible for Star Wars Day on May 4th? Find out how here.
The Buzz Episode 3 – Mission Jurassic
The Buzz podcast 30th April 2020
In this episode of The Buzz, we’re talking about dinosaurs and learning about one of the University’s most exciting projects – Mission Jurassic.
Guest post: How organisational resilience helps in dealing with COVID-19 and large-scale crises
Departments 28th April 2020
This week we have a guest post on resilience of the UK’s electricity network during periods of crisis – and how the lights are being kept on during the COVID-19 pandemic.
How the Faculty of Science and Engineering is fighting COVID-19
UOM life 21st April 2020
Academics, researchers and students across the Faculty have been stepping up to the plate to take on the challenge of battling COVID-19. From informing government policy to protecting front-line workers, here’s a glimpse at our colleagues’ efforts.
The Buzz Episode 2 (Part 2) – Women in Science
The Buzz podcast 2nd April 2020
Welcome to Part 2 of our podcast celebrating women in science. In this episode, we look at the work being done to encourage a love of science in girls.
Celebrating Rona Robinson – Manchester’s ‘ordinary’ chemistry pioneer
Departments 1st April 2020
Dr Kristy Turner unearths the remarkable story of Rona Robinson, a Manchester suffragette and the first UK woman to gain a first-class chemistry degree.
How to boost your wellbeing when you’re living through a pandemic
UOM life 26th March 2020
Living through a pandemic was something we never thought we’d need to prepare for. Here are 6 tips to put your wellbeing first during this period of uncertainty.
Challenging the doctrine of traditional farming
Departments 19th March 2020
A University of Manchester microbiologist has formed a new research partnership that could revolutionise farming techniques in Kenya – and potentially across the world.