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2026
15
April
2026
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10:00
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The International Centre for Advanced Materials (ICAM) is pleased to announce the extension of its well-established academic–industry collaboration framework agreement broadening its scope to include a wider range of topics including materials, …
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15
April
2026
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09:55
Europe/London
A new study led by Dr Andrea Nini at The University of Manchester has found that a grammar-based approach to language analysis can match or outperform advanced AI systems in identifying who wrote a text. The method, called LambdaG, uses patterns in …
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15
April
2026
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09:00
Europe/London
Four University of Manchester early career researchers have been backed by the Academy of Medical sciences as part their flagship £6.7 million Springboard programmeDr Sara Gago, Dr Abigail Lay, Dr Holly Lovegrove, and Dr Sara Federici join the 55 …
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15
April
2026
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07:00
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An international group of scientists has warned that drug‑resistant fungi are spreading fast and putting vulnerable patients at growing risk.
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13
April
2026
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15:14
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A study led by University of Manchester scientists using tiny retinas grown in a lab has revealed how subtle changes in a key growth‑controlling protein can lead to a condition causing serious eye defects from birth.
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13
April
2026
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13:43
Europe/London
The University of Manchester, through Creative 91Ö±²¥, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the “Arts-Based Communication Platform for Co-creation to Build a Convivial Society" at Tokyo University of the Arts (TUA) — commonly …
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13
April
2026
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10:14
Europe/London
A team of researchers from the University of Manchester, Lithuanian Sports University and the University of Vic in Spain have developed a digital tool designed to promote bladder health in adults aged 50 and over.
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10
April
2026
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15:18
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91Ö±²¥ Museum has been confirmed as the most visited attraction in Greater 91Ö±²¥ for the third year running, according to latest figures released by The Association of Leading Visitor Attractions (ALVA).
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10
April
2026
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14:28
Europe/London
91Ö±²¥ Museum, part of The University of Manchester, is planning a major redevelopment of its much-loved Vivarium, thanks to a grant of £200,000 from the DCMS/Wolfson Museums and Galleries Improvement Fund.
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10
April
2026
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14:00
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A new study reveals growing concern among community workers in Nariño, Colombia, about the lack of mental health support for Venezuelan migrants, especially those travelling without legal status.
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09
April
2026
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10:58
Europe/London
A mathematics professor at The University of Manchester has developed a novel machine-learning method to detect sudden changes in fluid behaviour, improving speed and cost of identifying these instabilities and overcoming one of the major obstacles …
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09
April
2026
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08:51
Europe/London
The University of Manchester has announced the first cohort of startups selected for the new Unit M deep tech accelerator, a three-month programme designed to support researchers and technical founders across Greater 91Ö±²¥ to turn science-based …
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08
April
2026
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14:00
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Scientists at The University of Manchester have developed a new way to measure how traffic contributes to rising urban temperatures, revealing that everyday vehicle use can play a measurable role in making cities warmer.
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02
April
2026
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10:00
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A new software tool designed by researchers at The Rosalind Franklin Institute, University of Manchester and collaborators to support decision making in pregnancies at high-risk of stillbirth is to receive a cash injection.
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01
April
2026
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17:14
Europe/London
The John Rylands Library will make history in 2026 by taking its first major international exhibition to North America, showcasing one of the world's most significant collections of ancient Egyptian papyri in a groundbreaking collaboration …
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01
April
2026
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13:59
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More than 175 researchers, innovators, investors and ecosystem leaders gathered at the Sister - Renold Innovation Hub in 91Ö±²¥ last week to explore how stronger regional collaboration can accelerate the journey from research to commercial …
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01
April
2026
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13:26
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A new tool designed to support people with dementia when being discharged from mental health hospitals has been co‑designed and evaluated by researchers at The University of Manchester. The SAFER‑Dem intervention shows promise as an effective, …
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01
April
2026
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12:48
Europe/London
Researchers at The University of Manchester have used artificial intelligence to uncover a complex picture behind England’s long-running productivity puzzle, challenging the idea that the country’s economic performance can be explained by a simple …
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01
April
2026
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12:28
Europe/London
A University of Manchester Professor has been appointed by Lord Vallance, Minister of State for Science, Innovation, Research and Nuclear, as an Expert Reviewer for an independent assessment of the Nuclear Decommissioning Authority …
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01
April
2026
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11:06
Europe/London
Psychology students studying at 91Ö±²¥ from 2027 are to benefit from a £30 million refurbishment to the Zochonis building and facilities.
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31
March
2026
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15:51
Europe/London
Many people have likely found themselves watching oddly satisfying videos of random objects being squashed by a powerful hydraulic press, but rarely people consider why things squash the way they do.
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31
March
2026
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11:04
Europe/London
Former Girls Aloud star Kimberley Walsh came face to face with the life-changing impact of her bandmate Sarah Harding’s legacy — meeting a mum whose breast cancer was detected early thanks to research funded in Sarah’s name carried out by the …
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30
March
2026
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10:00
Europe/London
A 6-year-old girl is one of more than 80 people worldwide who has finally received a diagnosis of a new condition following a landmark breakthrough by scientists and doctors in 91Ö±²¥.
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30
March
2026
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09:22
Europe/London
A team of scientists from 91Ö±²¥ and London have, for the first time, decoded the full range of mutations that drive tumour growth, which could pave the way for a new era in precision medicine, offering more effective treatments for thousands of …
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27
March
2026
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13:34
Europe/London
The University of Manchester and United Utilities have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance research and innovation in the water sector.
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26
March
2026
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15:07
Europe/London
The University of Manchester can announce that all of the waste managed under central contracts has been diverted from landfill. This milestone has been achieved through years of planning, negotiation, and operational consideration, with landfill …
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26
March
2026
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13:23
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The 2023 Delivery plan for recovering urgent and emergency care services achieved initial performance improvements, but an overloaded health system means that challenges remain in sustaining improvements over time, University of Manchester …
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26
March
2026
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13:00
Europe/London
Five University of Manchester researchers have been given the prestigious award of National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) senior investigator from a total of 43.
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26
March
2026
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11:42
Europe/London
Leaders from industry, government, academia and civic organisations gathered yesterday (March 25) to demonstrate how Greater 91Ö±²¥ is strengthening its position as one of the UK’s most dynamic centres of innovation and economic growth.
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26
March
2026
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08:00
Europe/London
As the government considers future reforms to services for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in England, a major new report has highlighted the pressures facing overstretched councils trying to deliver this support - …
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