The University's Jodrell Bank Centre for Engagement is known for its cutting-edge science, but it’s also a “spiritual home” for musicians, too. We were thrilled to host local band Doves and their fans for an exclusive listen to their latest album, Constellations for...
Creative Manchester are pleased to share a new report investigating and evaluating approaches to Arts-Based Participatory Research (ABPR) taking place in cultural partnerships with The University of Manchester. Creative Manchester, an interdisciplinary research...
Manchester City of Literature has announced the dates of the upcoming Festival of Libraries 2025, which will take place in libraries across Greater Manchester from 4-8 June. This year’s Festival of Libraries is headlined by Dame Maggie Aderin-Pocock and Poet Laureate...
Bringing together expertise for just sustainability The launch of the JUST Centre (Joined-Up Sustainability Transformations) marked a significant step toward sustainability and social justice. Hosted by Professors Sherilyn MacGregor (Centre Director) and Matthew...
Hosted by the University's Sustainable Consumption Institute (SCI), the first workshop in the Understanding Sustainability in a Turbulent World series took place on 26 February, titled Governing Polycrisis and Sustainabilities. Bringing together experts to discuss...
On Wednesday 30 April the Univeristy is hosting our inaugural Environmental Humanities event, the first in a series to showcase and celebrate some of the diverse work on environmental questions and challenges undertaken by colleagues, alumni and students from across...
An expert from the University has contributed to the ‘River Rescue Kit’, a groundbreaking online resource designed to empower communities to take action against the growing crisis of river pollution. The kit - which provides expert guidance on how ordinary people can...
On Wednesday, 7 May, the University’s GM Policy Hub will be hosting an in-person seminar on supporting schools to increase school attendance. Persistent rates of school absences have increased considerably since the COVID-19 pandemic, with no sign of returning to...
The Universty's Research Impact Team has launched a new Engaged Research Hub. This includes an overview of ongoing work to improve support for engaged research practices at The University of Manchester, links to resources, details about related projects, and a series...
Greater Manchester is the worst place in the UK for toxic air, linked to 1,200 early deaths each year, and with the highest rates of child asthma hospital admissions. We wouldn’t let our children drink dirty water, so why do we allow them to breathe dirty air? How can...
A new report from the University’s Tyndall Centre for Climate Change Research has revealed that their ‘Roadmap to Super Low Carbon Live Music’ successfully supported Massive Attack in delivering the lowest-carbon live music event of its kind. Commissioned by the band,...
In a move to support local youth and promote digital equality, IT Services at the University in partnership with the University's Office for Social Responsibility and IT Provider, Stone, has donated laptops to the RAFAC 1263 (Rochdale) Squadron. This will help cadets...
Held in Manchester’s historic Medieval Quarter, The Manchester Medieval Festival offers visitors the unique opportunity to experience an often-overlooked part of the city’s rich history. Developed by Professor Jerome de Groot and his colleagues from the University’s...
In February each year, the University commemorates the contributions made by lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans (LGBT+) and other community members to society. It is a time to celebrate achievements but also to reflect on the struggles faced in the past and present time....
The University's Faculty of Humanities is proud to announce a new partnership with The Access Project, an organisation that supports young people from under-resourced backgrounds to raise their aspirations, access top universities and achieve social mobility. We...
A new atmospheric monitoring station has been established at The University’s Jodrell Bank Observatory to improve the accuracy of the UK’s greenhouse gas emissions estimates. The station, part of the UK’s Greenhouse Gas Emissions Measurement and Modelling Advancement...
The University’s Professor Jackie Carter has delivered a compelling message on the importance of data-driven legacy and sustained action at the 7th Pankhurst-Fawcett Scorecard Reveal, hosted by GM4Women2028 at Stockport County Football Club. Established in 2018,...
The University's Faculty of Science and Engineering has launched a pilot programme designed to equip all students with essential cooking skills that promote both health and financial wellbeing. Led by renowned Greater Manchester chef Simon Wood, these sessions offer...
The University of Manchester has launched the British Heart Foundation (BHF) Manchester Centre of Research Excellence following an award of £4 million to support world-class cardiovascular disease research from the leading charity. The award from the BHF is part of a...
Firstly, we published a new economic report by London Economics showing the significant economic impact of the University, regionally and nationally. Total economic impact on the UK economy in the 2022-23 academic year stood at £7.3 billion. A big thank you to the...
In this short film Mags Bradbury, Head of Social Responsibility and Civic Engagement gives a brief overview of our civic engagement work and how it informs and inspires our work in Greater Manchester, and how, working with partners and communities, we aim to improve...
The University's Alliance Manchester Business School Alumni Association in Hong Kong (AMBSAA (HK)) held its first social responsibility event of the year on 12 January 2025 in the bustling Central Business District of Hong Kong. This year’s event was centered around...
Reaching audiences worldwide Since launching last February, as part of a suite of activities to mark The University of Manchester’s bicentenary year, our Talk 200 lecture and podcast series has reached a wide global audience, drawing views and listens from more than...
As part of our commitment to social responsibility, our Environmental Sustainability team recently took part in a corporate social responsibility (CSR) away day at Platt Fields Market Garden — MUD (PFMG), a thriving community-supported agriculture site in Fallowfield....
Following a comprehensive impact assessment and review, the University has finalised its new Travel Plan, setting the direction for the next five years. This plan aligns with the Environmental Sustainability strategy and aims to reduce carbon emissions while ensuring...
