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Experiential Learning: MA Library and Archives students visit Restore Information Management
MA Library and Archives Studies students visited Restore Information Management to see how records are managed in the real world. The trip gave students hands-on experience with data storage, security, and compliance as part of their coursework.
New research to reveal hidden microbial impact on CO2 storage
A new research project led by scientists at The University of Manchester in collaboration with global energy company Equinor ASA will unlock crucial insights into how microbes in deep underground storage sites could impact the success of carbon capture and storage (CCS).
India-Pakistan water conflict highlights region’s climate change vulnerability
In an unprecedented move, India recently suspended the 1960 Indus Waters Treaty with Pakistan, citing cross-border terrorism.
Availability of community pharmacies declining in deprived areas
People living in more deprived areas with worse health outcomes were 65% more likely to lose their local pharmacy than those in wealthier areas, according to research published today.
Climate change putting millions more people at risk from infection-causing fungi
Researchers from The University of Manchester have forecast there will be an increased risk of infection from fungi over the coming years, including a significant spread of some fungal pathogens across Europe, the extent of which will depend on global actions to mitigate climate change.
Long-term field experiment shows combined approach can maximise the benefits of grassland restoration
Results from a long-term field experiment shed new light on how grasslands can be restored for nature, the environment, and for farmers.
Scientists rewrite textbooks on how cells divide
Scientists from The University of Manchester have changed our understanding of how cells in living organisms divide, which could revise what students are taught at school.
New publication in the Journal of Social Policy
Our colleague, Philip Leifeld, has published a study in the Journal of Social Policy. The paper "Goodbye human annotators?
Expert unlocks truth of Stanford Prison Experiment in new TV show
National Geographic is set to premiere 'The Stanford Prison Experiment: Unlocking the Truth' in the UK this month, which features expert commentary from The University of Manchester's Professor Stephen Scott-Bottoms.
New Publication in European Journal of Population
Our colleague, Arkadiusz Wisniowski, has just published a study in the European Journal of Population.
Scientists take stand against back pain unveiling functional bioprinted spinal discs
University of Manchester scientists have successfully pioneered a way to create functioning human spinal discs, aiming to revolutionise our understanding of back pain and disc degeneration in a leap for medical science.
New light-powered enzymes to make chemistry cleaner and greener
Researchers at the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology (MIB) have demonstrated how genetically engineered enzymes can harness visible light to drive highly selective chemical reactions.
Student Community Charity Project
Year 1 students in the School of Social Sciences had a unique opportunity to contribute to social responsibility by volunteering with local charities.
Report highlights how businesses can help tackle loneliness
A trailblazing new report, Business vs. Loneliness , published by the Economics of Mutuality Alliance and The University of Manchester, has urged companies to take a leading role in addressing one of the most pressing yet overlooked challenges of our time - loneliness.

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