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15January2019Scientists have designed and built a prototype particle detector that aims to unlock some of the mysteries surrounding rare cosmic rays that enter Earth’s atmosphere from deep Read more
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14January2019A restoration scheme on the hills of the Peak District has the potential to reduce the level of flood risk to the towns and villages below, according to researchers. Read more
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11January2019Two University of Manchester astronomers have been awarded some of the Royal Astronomical Society’s (RAS) most prestigious prizes for their research and work in the field. Read more
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January
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Fears over a drug that can be used to treat alcohol addiction are unfounded, according to its first ever systematic review, led by academics at The University of Manchester.
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January
2019
Scientists have designed and built a prototype particle detector that aims to unlock some of the mysteries surrounding rare cosmic rays that enter Earth’s atmosphere from deep space.
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January
2019
Unlike healthy tissues, tumours thrive in low-oxygen environments, often acquiring the ability to resist treatment and spread to other sites in the body. Despite being a well-known cause of therapy resistance and metastasis, the impact of low …
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January
2019
English patients living in poorer areas are likely to be prescribed more opioids by their GPs, according to a study led by University of Manchester and University of Nottingham researchers.
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2019
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Atomic-scale capillaries block smallest ions, thanks to graphene
10
Jan
2019
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A giant interstellar bubble being blown in the Andromeda Galaxy
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Jan
2019
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Medical scanner helps to unlock the mysteries of a giant prehistoric marine reptile
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Dec
2018
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New Universities minister lauds ‘incredible talent’ in Manchester
20
Dec
2018
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University receives government funding for plastics pollution research
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Dec
2018
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Takeaway containers – the environmental cost of packing our favourite fast-foods
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Dec
2018
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Scientists develop a new method to revolutionise graphene printed electronics
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Dec
2018
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World’s first- ever graphene hiking boots unveiled
05
Dec
2018
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Multiple successes for Manchester undergrads at world’s most prestigious student awards
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Nov
2018
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Why do some plants live fast and die young?
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Nov
2018
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Scientists discover a new route to antibiotics using gene editing
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Nov
2018
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X-ray imaging reveals the secrets inside the Enigma machine
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Nov
2018
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Jodrell Bank Observatory release 50 year-old audio archive of Soviet Zond 6 lunar mission
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Nov
2018
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New software could help identify ‘at risk’ students
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Nov
2018
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'Human brain' supercomputer with 1 million processors switched on for first time
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Oct
2018
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Why don’t birds fall over when they jump?
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Oct
2018
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New species of ‘missing link’ between dinosaurs and birds identified
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Oct
2018
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Obituary: Professor Paul O'Brien CBE
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Oct
2018
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Manchester researcher awarded Philip Leverhulme Prize 2018
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Oct
2018
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Stories to inspire the under-12s into science win prizes
05
Oct
2018
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Academic calls for carbon capture and storage at Conservative conference
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Oct
2018
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researchers discover algae that can survive radioactive water
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Sep
2018
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Topping out ceremony marks key milestone for University landmark engineering development
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Sep
2018
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UK could be carbon neutral by 2050 says ambitious new report
10
Sep
2018
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New graphene business bounces out of The University of Manchester
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Aug
2018
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Eli and Britt Harari Graphene Enterprise Award: 2018 Winners Announced
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Aug
2018
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Graphene laminated pipes could reduce corrosion in the oil and gas industry
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Aug
2018
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Manchester researchers create links with air pollution campaigners
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Aug
2018
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Historic physics lab is one of England’s top ten places for progress
06
Aug
2018
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Organic makeup of ancient meteorites sheds light on early Solar System
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Aug
2018
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Heatwave and climate change having negative impact on our soil say experts
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Aug
2018
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How my astronomy data from the Lovell Telescope was used to create an immersive light and sound show
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Jul
2018
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New research solves a 160 year old mystery about the origin of the vertebrate skeleton
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Jul
2018
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University launches international search for North Campus Development partner
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Jul
2018
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Physics graduate turned adventurist embarking on global cycling challenge
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Jul
2018
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Royal Society award for Professor Danielle George
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Jul
2018
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Engineering graduate receives national recognition for exceptional studies
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Jul
2018
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Expert Comment: Nuclear Energy, why we are all invested in its success or failure
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Jul
2018
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Graphene smart membranes can control water
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Jul
2018
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Manchester showcases its ageing credentials
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Jul
2018
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Survey asks public for insights into ethnic inequalities in mental health care
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Jul
2018
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Thai princess visits Jodrell Bank Observatory
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Jul
2018
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Manchester researchers take part in Parliament's first Evidence Week
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Jun
2018
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Water can be very dead, electrically speaking
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Jun
2018
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Atomic-scale ping-pong
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Jun
2018
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How a 70-year-old ‘Baby’ changed the face of modern computing
15
Jan
2019
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Fears over life-saving drug unfounded, finds review
14
Jan
2019
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Researchers discover common markers of tumour hypoxia across 19 cancer types
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Jan
2019
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GPs prescribe more opioids for pain in poor Northern areas, study reveals
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Jan
2019
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Child abuse linked to risk of suicide in later life
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Dec
2018
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New Year Honours for University people
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Dec
2018
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Want to stick to your News Year’s exercise regime? This research can help
20
Dec
2018
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Volunteering abroad is good for NHS, finds study
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Dec
2018
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Potent synthetic opioid unknowingly used by people who use illicit drugs in England, new study finds
06
Dec
2018
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St Bernard dog was Manchester invention, say historians
05
Dec
2018
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Twice bereaved relative appeals to public for early detection ideas to save lives from cancer
04
Dec
2018
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Researchers uncover camouflage strategy of multi-resistant bacteria
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Nov
2018
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New research identifies two genes linked to serious congenital heart condition
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Nov
2018
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New study sheds light on Stephen Fry’s portrayal of manic depression
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Nov
2018
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IVF linked to lower birth weight and child growth
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Nov
2018
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New nano tool could pave way for better cancer testing
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Nov
2018
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University cancer research facility renamed Oglesby Cancer Research Building to honour enormous contribution of Michael Oglesby
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Nov
2018
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LGB students at higher risk of self-harm
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Nov
2018
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Revealed: 35 kidney genes linked to chronic kidney disease risk
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Nov
2018
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Research leads to new way of caring for pre-cancerous condition
06
Nov
2018
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Study advocates psychological screening for the carers of child burn victims
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Nov
2018
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Drug combo doesn't benefit depression but leaves room for doubt
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Oct
2018
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Poverty blamed for widening north-south gap in young adult deaths
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Oct
2018
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Planetary science could save thousands of lab mice
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Oct
2018
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Drugs’ side effects in lungs ‘more widespread than thought’
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Oct
2018
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Antibiotics are ‘avoidable trigger’ for bowel disease
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Oct
2018
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Alzheimer's disease: mounting evidence that herpes virus is a cause
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Oct
2018
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We’re doing drug trials wrong – here’s how to fix it
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Oct
2018
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Hypothesis underpinning dementia research ‘flawed’
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Oct
2018
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Older people who self-harm at highest risk of suicide, finds study
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Oct
2018
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Candida test could save lives
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Oct
2018
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Hearing and visual aids linked to slower age-related memory loss
10
Oct
2018
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Greater Manchester universities to offer more mental health support to students
10
Oct
2018
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Downward mobility link to violent crime and self-harm
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Oct
2018
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Public initiative to raise awareness of psoriasis
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Oct
2018
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Discharged mental health patients ‘at greater risk of dying’
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Oct
2018
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James Allison and Tasuku Honjo: deserving winners of this year's Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine
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Oct
2018
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Researchers' work on self-harm receives major award
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Sep
2018
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Stillbirth reduction strategy remains unproven, study finds
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Sep
2018
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Test could detect patients at risk from lethal fungal spores
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Sep
2018
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Scientists develop new drug treatment for TB
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Sep
2018
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Research exposes pitfalls of opening up on social media
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Sep
2018
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High blood sugar during pregnancy ups risk of mother’s type 2 diabetes and child’s obesity
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Sep
2018
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Body clock could be key to better Asthma treatment
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Sep
2018
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Burnout in doctors has shocking impact on care, review finds
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Aug
2018
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New figures show 138 million women suffer from recurrent thrush
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Jul
2018
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Action plan can prevent over 600 stillbirths a year
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Jan
2019
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Caring for the hills protects us from flooding, says new research
10
Jan
2019
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Brexit: what do the latest developments in parliament mean for Theresa May?
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Jan
2019
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David Olusoga OBE becomes Professor at The University of Manchester
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Dec
2018
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New Year Honours for University people
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Dec
2018
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Ugandan graduate hopes to use skills to prevent flooding in his home country
20
Dec
2018
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The Census may fail to capture the UK’s language diversity, researchers warn
19
Dec
2018
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Should we engineer the climate? A social scientist and natural scientist discuss
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Dec
2018
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How to understand Corbyn’s confusing no-confidence vote against Theresa May
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Dec
2018
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International students - universities must lead fight against intolerance of migrants
05
Dec
2018
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Multiple successes for Manchester undergrads at world’s most prestigious student awards
04
Dec
2018
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Antarctic researchers enter a state of ‘psychological hibernation’, study finds
03
Dec
2018
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Event discusses how to ensure Greater Manchester’s economy thrives
03
Dec
2018
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New global survey highlights bribery and corruption in businesses
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Nov
2018
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Manchester hosts first conference for justice campaign
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Nov
2018
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Theresa May could win a slice of British ethnic minority vote with tough Brexit immigration line – what my research reveals
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Nov
2018
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Manchester professor hosts dialogue between Chinese & US diplomats
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Nov
2018
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University celebrates 70 years of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights
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Nov
2018
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Geras is essential reading for politics students – not a subversive threat
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Nov
2018
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Ethiopian ambassador visits university and meets scholarship students
08
Nov
2018
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Student tuition scheme for disadvantaged pupils is a success
06
Nov
2018
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Transformation of Greater Manchester can inspire China’s cities as they develop
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Nov
2018
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Regeneration may cause isolation for older people, study finds
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Nov
2018
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People would change their consumption habits to help the climate, study finds
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Oct
2018
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Conversations are a walk in the park – communication is better outdoors, research finds
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Oct
2018
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Manchester expert joins national commission for countering extremism
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Oct
2018
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Rave On - people of Manchester invited to recall their clubbing memories
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Oct
2018
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DNA sequencing is exacerbating social biases and inequalities
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Oct
2018
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US sparks new development arms race with China – but can it win?
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Oct
2018
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Equality frees women to follow traditional gender choices – or does it?
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Oct
2018
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Do some people really want to get HIV?
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Oct
2018
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Olympic athlete Tommie Smith speaks, 50 years after his ‘fist of defiance’ protest
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Oct
2018
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Experts call for better language provision to help non-English speakers into work
10
Oct
2018
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Greater Manchester universities to offer more mental health support to students
09
Oct
2018
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Manchester academic wins award for communicating research to the public
09
Oct
2018
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Independent inquiry into UK’s regional inequalities is launched
08
Oct
2018
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Manchester welcomes two new Fulbright US-UK exchange programme recipients
04
Oct
2018
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University’s new Creative Manchester project is officially launched
04
Oct
2018
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Who really identified the Skripal poisoner, and why it matters
03
Oct
2018
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Book reveals exquisite and detailed map of Victorian Manchester
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Oct
2018
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Young people are the loneliest age group, according to new survey
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Sep
2018
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Academic calls for more BAME representation in Northern Powerhouse
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Sep
2018
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Diplomats reveal concerns over UK’s waning influence on UN Security Council
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Sep
2018
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Ice age discovery may reveal early migration route of first Americans
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Sep
2018
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Egypt is building a new capital city from scratch – here’s how to avoid inequality and segregation
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Sep
2018
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A relationship breakdown also damages friendships, new research finds
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Sep
2018
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Pact of Steel - book examines the relationship between Hitler and Mussolini for the first time
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Jan
2019
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Stellar astronomical prizes for two Manchester researchers
28
Dec
2018
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New Year Honours for University people
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Dec
2018
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University receives government funding for plastics pollution research
19
Dec
2018
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The 2018 review of the year
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Dec
2018
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The top ten stories you’ve been reading on our site in 2018
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Dec
2018
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Chinese Ambassador visits the University
10
Dec
2018
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HRH The Duke of York officially opens the Masdar Building, home to the Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre
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Nov
2018
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University of Manchester wins Gold Watermark to recognise excellence in public engagement
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Nov
2018
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Bigger site for University employment centre that has helped 4,000 people into work
21
Nov
2018
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Greater Manchester employers encouraged to get involved with 5 Cities Project
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Nov
2018
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University and its construction partners give back to local community
15
Nov
2018
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Manchester ranks in UK top five for employability
08
Nov
2018
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New software could help identify ‘at risk’ students
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Oct
2018
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UK-first training to get under the skin of ‘town and gown’ relations
11
Oct
2018
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Businessman, scientists, actor and architect honoured as University marks its Foundation Day
11
Oct
2018
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Manchester 'surges' in rankings for world's most innovative universities
10
Oct
2018
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Greater Manchester universities to offer more mental health support to students
05
Oct
2018
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University celebrates 10 years in China
05
Oct
2018
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University School Governors Initiative which has helped 99,000 pupils wins Spirit of Manchester Award
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Sep
2018
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University secures multi-million pound research partnerships with industry leaders
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Sep
2018
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Topping out ceremony marks key milestone for University landmark engineering development
11
Sep
2018
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Manchester’s newest park opens with celebratory event
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Sep
2018
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Universities join forces with £6m cybersecurity scheme for Manchester's SMEs
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Aug
2018
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Two recognised for contributions to teaching excellence at Manchester
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Aug
2018
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University reaches highest-ever position in latest world rankings
07
Aug
2018
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Historic physics lab is one of England’s top ten places for progress
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Jul
2018
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University launches international search for North Campus Development partner
24
Jul
2018
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University signs up to UN-supported Principles for Responsible Investment
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Jul
2018
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University's new bee sculpture celebrates Manchester's unique buzz
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Jul
2018
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Three become Fellows of the British Academy
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Jul
2018
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Physics graduate turned adventurist embarking on global cycling challenge
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Jul
2018
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Royal Society award for Professor Danielle George
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Jul
2018
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Engineering graduate receives national recognition for exceptional studies
17
Jul
2018
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New national service will accelerate UK’s graphene industry
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Jul
2018
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MP praises local pupils getting a taste of university
10
Jul
2018
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University part of major report to help people with potential access higher education
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Jul
2018
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Director of major research centre to head up Manchester faculty
06
Jul
2018
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University of Manchester hospitality and events team grabs top sustainability award
05
Jul
2018
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University secures lottery funding to record the NHS’s 70-year history
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Jul
2018
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Manchester wins multiple awards at CUBO
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Jun
2018
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Graphene Engineering Innovation Centre announces first partners
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Jun
2018
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How a 70-year-old ‘Baby’ changed the face of modern computing
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Jun
2018
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This year's Great Science Share for Schools is bigger than ever
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Jun
2018
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Manchester rises in world university league table
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May
2018
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University to open its doors for annual community festival
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May
2018
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Prime Minister delivers major science policy speech at Jodrell Bank
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Jul
2018
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Manchester showcases its ageing credentials
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May
2018
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Britain may be reaching ‘peak acceptance’ of homosexuality
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May
2018
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Mobike debate launches University’s new China institute
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Mar
2018
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Students create 3D Printed robot prosthetic limb for amputees
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Dec
2017
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The 2017 Review of the Year
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Dec
2017
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Graphene at the forefront of a sports footwear revolution
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Dec
2017
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Uranium to replace plastic? Chemistry breakthrough could pave the way for new materials
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Nov
2017
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Manchester set to bring data research expertise to The Alan Turing Institute
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Nov
2017
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Businesses that ‘do good’ win awards at University event
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Oct
2017
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Alistair Hudson appointed as new Director for Manchester Art Gallery and The University of Manchester’s Whitworth
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Jul
2017
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University gives helping hand to previously homeless local people
21
Jun
2017
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Greenland shark expedition returns with new data and spectacular footage
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May
2017
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University to hold its first-ever community festival
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May
2017
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Citizen scientists to track allergies with new smartphone app
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Apr
2017
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Arctic expedition to uncover the secrets of an ancient and mysterious shark
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Apr
2017
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Cancer is complex, but so are our sexualities: LGB people with cancer share video experiences of care
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Apr
2017
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Psychologist puts positive spin on fear of spiders
03
Apr
2017
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Graphene sieve turns seawater into drinking water
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Mar
2017
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Zimbabwean artist & opposition activist joins The University of Manchester
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Mar
2017
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NASA rover technology to be used in project to map nuclear sites comprehensively
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Feb
2017
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Next generation of nuclear robots will go where none have gone before
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Feb
2017
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Manchester among world’s best international student cities
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Jan
2017
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Expedition to uncover the 'lost' meteorites of Antarctica
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Jan
2017
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Research study testing new treatment for Sanfilippo disease progressing well
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Jan
2017
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Former Manchester student nominated for a second Oscar
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Jan
2017
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Index shows Manchester as welcoming to lesbian, gay, bisexual and trans staff
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Dec
2016
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Fuel this Yule as Danielle races cars on TV Christmas Lectures
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Dec
2016
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Outstanding Manchester humanitarians recognised for their world-leading roles
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Dec
2016
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Cancer: A year of Manchester solutions to a global problem
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Nov
2016
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Age-friendly Manchester project wins national award
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Nov
2016
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Government invests a further £12.5m in Greater Manchester’s devolved health system to expand pioneering clinical research
03
Nov
2016
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Scientists successfully tune the brain to alleviate pain
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Nov
2016
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Felix’s story: Skills that will change medicine in Uganda
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Oct
2016
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Valentin’s story: From herding livestock to climate change campaigner
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Oct
2016
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Fiona’s story: Using finance to transform communities in Uganda
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Oct
2016
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WATCH: Students celebrate with Olympic heroes at Manchester parade
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Oct
2016
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Art and inspiration from Syrian refugees at #JourneysFest Manchester Museum Takeover
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Sep
2016
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Small talk but big impact: How the weather is so important to our daily lives
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Sep
2016
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Link between weather and chronic pain is emerging through an innovative national smartphone research project
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Aug
2016
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Manchester researcher funded to help treat kidney disease
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Jul
2016
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Science and the City as University takes over Manchester for ESOF
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Jun
2016
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Brain Box event wows Manchester
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Jun
2016
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Dancing with the Stars – blending science and the arts for Manchester Day
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Jun
2016
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