Earth and Environmental Sciences
Where do science and engineering words come from? Part I
Heritage 18th January 2023
Discover the fascinating and surprising etymology of some of the words and phrases most associated with the Faculty of Science and Engineering.
The Buzz S3, E3: Why do volcanoes erupt?
The Buzz podcast 30th June 2022
PhD student Marissa Lo talks all things volcanoes – including consequences and benefits – in this explosive episode of The Buzz podcast.
The Buzz S3, E2: What killed the dinosaurs?
Dinosaurs 26th May 2022
Could exciting new evidence help us finally reveal what killed the dinosaurs? We speak to Professor Phil Manning to answer this colossal question!
Neck and neck: The ‘gentleman etiquette’ of sparring giraffes
Departments 5th May 2022
Neck-xtraordinary! Discover the amazing findings of Manchester student Jessica Granweiler, who observed sparring giraffes while on placement in South Africa.
Tanis treasure: Unearthing the secrets of dinosaurs’ last day
Departments 21st April 2022
Manchester researchers work with Sir David Attenborough and the BBC to spectacularly reveal what happened on the final day of the dinosaurs.
International Women’s Day: The scientists and engineers who inspire us
Social responsibility 8th March 2022
We ask scientists and engineers across our Faculty about the women who have inspired them most – past, present and future.
LGBT+ History Month: Inclusivity in science and engineering
Social responsibility 17th February 2022
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.
Testing the water and turning the tide: Dr Laura Richards
Research impact and institutes 11th February 2022
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.
Flying high: Prestigious award for ‘outstanding’ student Chenjie Yu
Departments 20th January 2022
We catch up with Chenjie Yu, an exceptional PhD student who has been recognised for his eye-catching and impactful research output – including work on cloud behaviour.
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.