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Forever chemicals: New study begins to unravel exactly how PFAS affect our bodies

Forever chemicals: New study begins to unravel exactly how PFAS affect our bodies

A new study has revealed the effect of PFAS, known as “forever chemicals”, on our natural biological processes for the first time.
Air pollution linked to reduced sperm quality

Air pollution linked to reduced sperm quality

The climate crisis is the subject of constant debate and analysis – but why aren’t we talking about sperm?
UoM scientists turn environmental waste products into high-value chemicals

UoM scientists turn environmental waste products into high-value chemicals

Scientists at The University of Manchester have made a breakthrough discovery that could move away from fossil fuel usage to a more sustainable and less harmful alternative
‘Clean Air for Schools’ programme launched to tackle air pollution in Greater Manchester

‘Clean Air for Schools’ programme launched to tackle air pollution in Greater Manchester

A partnership between The University of Manchester, The Phillips Foundation and Global Action Plan (GAP) has been launched to tackle the rising issues with air pollution around the city
£2m invested in tackling air pollution in Greater Manchester

£2m invested in tackling air pollution in Greater Manchester

Two projects have been launched in Manchester to help tackle climate change and make the city greener
New electric buses to hit Greater Manchester

New electric buses to hit Greater Manchester

Following a £5.2 million investment, more electric buses will be seen in Greater Manchester
Burnham calls for ‘clean air zones’ in Manchester to help eliminate dangerous gases

Burnham calls for ‘clean air zones’ in Manchester to help eliminate dangerous gases

The Mayor has assured drivers that the charge is not a substitute for a congestion charge
Congestion zone in Manchester city centre up for debate

Congestion zone in Manchester city centre up for debate

In order to improve air quality in Greater Manchester, cars, HGVs, buses and taxis could soon be charged to enter the city centre
Manchester is the UK’s second most congested city, new research reveals

Manchester is the UK’s second most congested city, new research reveals

Only London ranked higher in an investigation into traffic congestion across the country

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