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Smell of skin could lead to early Parkinson's diagnosis

Scientists have found small molecules in sebum are responsible for a unique scent on Parkinson’s patients which could lead to the development of an early diagnosis test.

Stillbirths more likely if diabetes in pregnancy not diagnosed

Research has found that women who develop diabetes in pregnancy but aren't diagnosed are four-times more likely to experience stillbirth.

New class of drugs could treat ovarian cancer

A multidisciplinary research team has shown that a new class of drugs are able to stop ovarian cancer cells growing.

TB discovery could save tens thousands of lives - Sister Emily at Gulu Referral Hospital

TB discovery could save thousands of lives

Research undertaken by the University and Gulu Referral Hospital, Uganda will help doctors identify and treat TB patients at risk of fungal infection.

Artist impression of what innovation Manchester could look like.

Manchester sets out ambition to be innovation capital of Europe

The University presented the opportunity to become its partner to deliver a new £1.5 billion innovation district in the city centre at the MIPM conference, France.

University officially accredited as Living Wage Employer

The University has become officially accredited with the Living Wage Foundation, recognising its commitment to pay all employees and third party contractors a minimum of £9 per hour.

Manchester scientist honoured on International Women’s Day

Professor Sue Kimber, a developmental biologist, will be honoured at the Engineering and Physical Sciences Suffrage Science Awards.

Two-dimensional ‘Lego’ shows new methods for creating electronics

An international team have found that by placing 2D materials on top of each other a hybrid is formed, creating unique opportunities for future technologies.