The placebo effect has been known and studied for decades. This panel discussion dissects placebo in the arts, in research and now it is studied for its implications as a legitimate medicine in the future.
The internationally renowned performance company, Clod Ensemble, blur the boundaries of art and science, and explore the power of the placebo in their latest production
Experts in laser physics, cancer therapy and genetic manipulation of viruses have been rewarded for their respective discoveries in physics, medicine and physiology and chemistry
The Clink Cafe, a fine dining restaurant run by ex-prisoners, has opened its doors in Manchester city centre
The Mancunion takes a look at The University’s new initiative to become a world-leader in the Arts and establish their place in the business world
Data obtained by The Mancunion shows staff expenses being spent on luxuries such as private childcare, clothing, and entertainment.
Big-name professors are being recruited in a ‘transfer-market’ like system, according to new research on the impact of government research rankings
In order to improve air quality in Greater Manchester, cars, HGVs, buses and taxis could soon be charged to enter the city centre
Leading climate scientists and government figureheads from across the globe have met in South Korea this week to scrutinise a 15-page report advising policymakers on global increases in temperature
As part of the Manchester Science Festival, ‘Sentinel’ is a performance of laser lighting, video, live vocals, and electro-synth music, creating a “multi-sensory journey through present and future effects of global warming.”
Megan Robinson speaks to Manchester’s own Dr Rob Appleby, a particle physicist at CERN, about getting people engaged in science with all their senses
The mayor of Greater Manchester unveiled new plans to tackle growing mental health problems in Manchester’s universities
Crystal Maze Live Experience Manchester is offering students 10% off
10,000 new jobs are set to be created in Manchester with the launch of the new ‘cities’ development programme
Sir Anton Muscatelli has attacked politicians over the uncertainty of an EU exit
Hackett, who previously worked as Deputy Vice-Chancellor at the University of Liverpool, has been criticised by the Liverpool Echo for his spending habits
The Facebook favourite could face closure, having incurred debts of over £6 million
Construction contractor, Lendlease, have been caught using the same type of cladding found in Grenfell Tower in their Manchester developments
