UoM researchers investigate ways to delay heart failure progression
Researchers at the University of Manchester are investigating the role of a novel protein that could be a target for slowing down the progression of heart failure
The effects of climate change, and what we can do about it
As Storm Ciara causes mass disruption in the UK, how do we prevent big corporations seeking infinite growth at all costs to save our planet?
Greater Manchester’s zero-carbon by 2038 pledge: a disappointing start?
Manchester is aiming to eliminate carbon usage by 2038, 12 years earlier than any other than any other British city. But how successful have they been so far?
New antiviral treatment developed by UoM using modified sugars
New antiviral treatment from UoM already shows promising results for the future treatment of viruses such as herpes simplex (cold sore virus), HIV and Zika
Schoolchildren gather to discuss climate change at Manchester Central
Earlier this month, the Youth Climate Change Summit and Manchester City Council gathered schoolchildren to educate them about the climate emergency
UoM researchers join team investigating cancer survival rates
A new multidisciplinary long-term study involving six universities aims to explore cancer survival and reasons for remaining cancer-free post-treatment
New digital solutions could end £9 million yearly energy wastage
Commercial buildings are wasting energy equivalent to that needed to power 15,000 homes
Why plants are the future: UoM hosts first TEDextra talk of the year
Edward O’Shea hosts a TEDextra talk at The University of Manchester discussing how genetically manipulated plants may be the answer to tackling climate change
Musicians on tour: the unsustainable impact on our environment
From Billie Eilish banning single-use plastics at her shows, to Coldplay cancelling their tour, a concern for our environment is growing within the music industry
Pharmacist service could save NHS £651 million
Researchers at The University of Manchester have developed a pharmacist-delivered service to support patients taking long-term medication, which will increase health and reduce overall costs
How could science affect the General Election?
Studies have shown that factors such as the flu, weather and festive fun could affect the voter turnout of this year’s general election
Research shows musicians are more likely to suffer from Tinnitus
Research has found that people working in the music industry are more likely to develop tinnitus than people working in quieter occupational jobs
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
Childhood Trauma and the Increased Risk of Borderline Personality Disorder
Research by The University of Manchester has found that trauma taking place during childhood makes us more likely to be sensitive towards everyday stresses
New student mental health service in Greater Manchester in motion
New Greater Manchester service to rescue students ‘falling through the cracks’ of university and NHS services
Cancer research networking event for young researchers held in Manchester
A networking day, held in Manchester, brought together world-leading scientists from across Europe to showcase the latest advances in cancer research
Liposome drug-delivery method to reduce brain damage in stroke patients
Researchers at the University of Manchester have manipulated selective liposomal transport procedures through the blood-brain barrier in stroke patients to reveal a therapeutic opportunity for delivering life saving drugs…
UoM takes successful steps towards a sustainable future
Thousands of staff at the University of Manchester have engaged in actions aligned with the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals, including environmental sustainability, gender equality and responsible consumption
UoM scientists lead the way towards revolutionising radiotherapy research
The Manchester centre of the Cancer Research UK charity are being awarded with £16.5 million over the next five years to explore the advances in radiotherapy technologies and techniques aiming towards improving cancer survival rate
Cause of rare genetic brain disease discovered by UoM
An international collaboration including researchers from the University of Manchester has helped to identify a new cause of Hereditary Spastic Paraplegias (HSP)