Earth and Environmental Sciences

Two giraffes sparring — Neck and neck: The ‘gentleman etiquette’ of sparring giraffes

Neck-xtraordinary! Discover the amazing findings of Manchester student Jessica Granweiler, who observed sparring giraffes while on placement in South Africa.

Rendering of T rex and lightning — Tanis treasure: Unearthing the secrets of dinosaurs’ last day

Departments

Manchester researchers work with Sir David Attenborough and the BBC to spectacularly reveal what happened on the final day of the dinosaurs.

Drawing of a woman scientist — International Women’s Day: The scientists and engineers who inspire us

Social responsibility

We ask scientists and engineers across our Faculty about the women who have inspired them most – past, present and future.

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

Social responsibility

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.

Chenjie Yu in front of an aeroplane — Flying high: Prestigious award for ‘outstanding’ student Chenjie Yu

Departments

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.

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

Heritage

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

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.