Chemical Engineering

Close up of the astrological sign on the Renold Building exterior. — Celebrating The University of Manchester’s science and engineering heritage

Heritage 18th April 2023

To mark World Heritage Day (18 April) we take a look at the remarkable – and truly unique – story of science and engineering here at The University of Manchester.

God-like relief on Sackville Street Building — Wizards, monsters, ships and bees: The symbols of Sackville Street Building

Heritage 25th November 2021

Take a closer look at the fascinating – and strange – symbolism to be found in and around The University of Manchester’s iconic Sackville Street Building.

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

Our partners 9th November 2021

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!

Social responsibility 4th November 2021

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

Godlee Observatory, Vimto bottle, and Archimedes statue — North Campus: The weird and wonderful

Heritage 16th September 2021

Discover why, on North Campus, there is a huge Vimto bottle, intriguing green-and-white dome, curious man-in-a-bath sculpture, and much more.

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

Social responsibility 26th August 2021

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

Woman scientist with microscope — Why we chose the Faculty of Science and Engineering

Departments 17th June 2021

To mark undergraduate virtual open week, our science and engineering students discuss the – many and varied – reasons they decided to study here at Manchester.