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Hand in front of rainbow graphic — LGBT+ History Month: Inclusivity in science and engineering

We mark February’s LGBT+ History Month by sharing the stories of members of the LGBT+ community here in the Faculty of Science and Engineering.

Research impact and institutes

To mark International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we speak to Dr Laura Richards about her water-focused research and experience as a woman in science.

Wind turbines in the sea — Manchester Festival of Climate Action: Tackling the biggest questions

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Read all about the Manchester Festival of Climate Action, an absorbing four-day event in the run-up to COP26 that addressed the biggest climate questions.

ScienceX volunteer speaks to children visitors — ScienceX: The eXtravaganza returns… greener than ever!

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ScienceX 2021 proved a huge success – with children exploring the wonders of science and engineering, and climate change taking centre stage.

Engineers' hands with pens — Three generations of Black engineers

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Mechanical engineering student Tosin Shodeyi discusses a remarkable family history of three generations of Black engineers here at Manchester.

Animated drawing of scientists and a rainbow flag — Guest post: Proud in STEM

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Davide Vincenzo Verdolino, a PhD student in the Advanced Biomedical Materials Centre for Doctoral Training, discusses LGBTQ+ representation in STEM.

Volunteers planting at the firs — Need re-leaf? The FIRS Environmental Research Station pilots wellbeing events

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The FIRS botanical garden has started trialling wellbeing events both for students and the wider community. Find out more about these wonderful initiatives.

Children using a magnifying glass — Encouraging meaningful science learning for all children

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We speak to Dr Lynne Bianchi, who explains how a pioneering new report could help reshape science learning for children – encouraging a more meaningful approach.