Physics and Astronomy
Your science stocking fillers!
Dig deep into our Christmas stocking and discover the many different ways that science makes the festive season what it is – and can even improve it!
In pictures 3: In black and white, science and engineering at Manchester
We’ve selected the most striking black-and-white images to best document our science and engineering heritage. Come and take a look!
Along the Black History Trail: Sharing experiences in science and engineering
The Black History Trail is attempting to address underrepresentation of Black students in subjects including science and engineering. Learn more about this important initiative.
In pictures 2: Through the years, science and engineering at Manchester
See how science and engineering at Manchester has changed through the years with a specially selected series of photographs, from 1887 up to today.
Is there life on Mars? No – but there might be on Venus
Research impact and institutes
This week, a team of astronomers from across the world revealed that the rare and typically industrially-made molecule phosphine has been discovered in the clouds surrounding Venus. Are the clouds of Venus manmade?
In pictures: Then and now, science and engineering at Manchester
Take a trip down memory lane and see – in pictures – how science and engineering at The University of Manchester has evolved over time.
Meet Manchester’s heritage heroes
When it comes to science and engineering, it’s hard to beat The University of Manchester’s rich heritage. Find out more about the legends you’ll be following when you join us in September.
Sir John Cockcroft: Nobel Prize winner… and averter of nuclear disaster?
Sir John Cockcroft helped to prevent an even bigger disaster when fire broke out at the Windscale nuclear facility in 1957. Find out how.
The day Einstein came to The University of Manchester
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.
The Force is strong in Manchester
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.