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The University of Manchester launches £400m global fundraising and volunteering campaign to tackle the world's biggest challenges
The University of Manchester launches "Challenge Accepted", its first major global fundraising and volunteering campaign● The campaign will mobilise more than half a million global alumni, supp...
www.manchester.ac.uk
'Challenge Accepted' is now live! 💫
Our global fundraising campaign aims to raise £400 million to help higher education drive real, transformative change:
➿Student inclusion and success
🥼Research with purpose
🔬Innovation and enterprise
🌐Culture and community
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/t...
Our global fundraising campaign aims to raise £400 million to help higher education drive real, transformative change:
➿Student inclusion and success
🥼Research with purpose
🔬Innovation and enterprise
🌐Culture and community
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/t...
Production or reduction? 🌍🔋
A study has found that cutting energy demand could be a cheaper and more efficient route to Net Zero than increasing green energy production.
"This finding challenges the current focus of UK energy policy” - Prof Maria Sharmina
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/c...
A study has found that cutting energy demand could be a cheaper and more efficient route to Net Zero than increasing green energy production.
"This finding challenges the current focus of UK energy policy” - Prof Maria Sharmina
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/c...
Cutting energy demand could be the cheapest, most efficient route to net zero, new research says
Reducing the UK’s energy demand could help the country reach its net zero target faster and at half the cost compared to relying mainly on supply-side technologies, according to new research by energy...
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November 25, 2025 at 1:27 PM
Production or reduction? 🌍🔋
A study has found that cutting energy demand could be a cheaper and more efficient route to Net Zero than increasing green energy production.
"This finding challenges the current focus of UK energy policy” - Prof Maria Sharmina
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/c...
A study has found that cutting energy demand could be a cheaper and more efficient route to Net Zero than increasing green energy production.
"This finding challenges the current focus of UK energy policy” - Prof Maria Sharmina
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/c...
Our Voices Beyond Borders scheme provides mutual academic development for students learning English in Gaza, and Chinese MA TESOL students.
The programme connects students on a human level, helping them gain profound understanding of each other's experiences.
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/v...
The programme connects students on a human level, helping them gain profound understanding of each other's experiences.
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/v...
November 24, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Our Voices Beyond Borders scheme provides mutual academic development for students learning English in Gaza, and Chinese MA TESOL students.
The programme connects students on a human level, helping them gain profound understanding of each other's experiences.
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/v...
The programme connects students on a human level, helping them gain profound understanding of each other's experiences.
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/v...
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💜 The University of Manchester (@manchester.ac.uk) proudly hosted the official unveiling of the 2026 BRIT Awards trophy at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama, marking the first time the BRITs will be held in Manchester! 🎶🏆
🔗 Read more: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/u...
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November 21, 2025 at 10:22 AM
💜 The University of Manchester (@manchester.ac.uk) proudly hosted the official unveiling of the 2026 BRIT Awards trophy at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama, marking the first time the BRITs will be held in Manchester! 🎶🏆
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How can the arts help our young people? 🎨🎭
1 in 4 youths in the UK report mental health difficulties by age 19.
Research finds that engaging in artistic activities leads to an increase in youth wellbeing, a mood boost equivalent to an unemployed adult moving into work.
pbe.co.uk/publications...
1 in 4 youths in the UK report mental health difficulties by age 19.
Research finds that engaging in artistic activities leads to an increase in youth wellbeing, a mood boost equivalent to an unemployed adult moving into work.
pbe.co.uk/publications...
November 21, 2025 at 12:11 PM
How can the arts help our young people? 🎨🎭
1 in 4 youths in the UK report mental health difficulties by age 19.
Research finds that engaging in artistic activities leads to an increase in youth wellbeing, a mood boost equivalent to an unemployed adult moving into work.
pbe.co.uk/publications...
1 in 4 youths in the UK report mental health difficulties by age 19.
Research finds that engaging in artistic activities leads to an increase in youth wellbeing, a mood boost equivalent to an unemployed adult moving into work.
pbe.co.uk/publications...
'Challenge Accepted' is now live! 💫
Our global fundraising campaign aims to raise £400 million to help higher education drive real, transformative change:
➿Student inclusion and success
🥼Research with purpose
🔬Innovation and enterprise
🌐Culture and community
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/t...
Our global fundraising campaign aims to raise £400 million to help higher education drive real, transformative change:
➿Student inclusion and success
🥼Research with purpose
🔬Innovation and enterprise
🌐Culture and community
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/t...
The University of Manchester launches £400m global fundraising and volunteering campaign to tackle the world's biggest challenges
The University of Manchester launches "Challenge Accepted", its first major global fundraising and volunteering campaign● The campaign will mobilise more than half a million global alumni, supp...
www.manchester.ac.uk
November 20, 2025 at 12:35 PM
'Challenge Accepted' is now live! 💫
Our global fundraising campaign aims to raise £400 million to help higher education drive real, transformative change:
➿Student inclusion and success
🥼Research with purpose
🔬Innovation and enterprise
🌐Culture and community
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/t...
Our global fundraising campaign aims to raise £400 million to help higher education drive real, transformative change:
➿Student inclusion and success
🥼Research with purpose
🔬Innovation and enterprise
🌐Culture and community
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/t...
What does Trump’s legal threat against the BBC really tell us? 💭
Professor of Politics Angelia Wilson shares insight into what this means for balanced journalism, political communication and the growing alignment between right-wing movements in the US and UK.
@uomhums.bsky.social #MeetTheExpert
Professor of Politics Angelia Wilson shares insight into what this means for balanced journalism, political communication and the growing alignment between right-wing movements in the US and UK.
@uomhums.bsky.social #MeetTheExpert
November 19, 2025 at 1:00 PM
What does Trump’s legal threat against the BBC really tell us? 💭
Professor of Politics Angelia Wilson shares insight into what this means for balanced journalism, political communication and the growing alignment between right-wing movements in the US and UK.
@uomhums.bsky.social #MeetTheExpert
Professor of Politics Angelia Wilson shares insight into what this means for balanced journalism, political communication and the growing alignment between right-wing movements in the US and UK.
@uomhums.bsky.social #MeetTheExpert
Our annual Making a Difference Awards are now OPEN for entries and nominations!
The Awards recognise people and projects creating positive difference across our University and beyond.
Help us celebrate how YOU have making a difference. 💜🌟
www.socialresponsibility.manchester.ac.uk/get-involved...
The Awards recognise people and projects creating positive difference across our University and beyond.
Help us celebrate how YOU have making a difference. 💜🌟
www.socialresponsibility.manchester.ac.uk/get-involved...
November 18, 2025 at 3:25 PM
Our annual Making a Difference Awards are now OPEN for entries and nominations!
The Awards recognise people and projects creating positive difference across our University and beyond.
Help us celebrate how YOU have making a difference. 💜🌟
www.socialresponsibility.manchester.ac.uk/get-involved...
The Awards recognise people and projects creating positive difference across our University and beyond.
Help us celebrate how YOU have making a difference. 💜🌟
www.socialresponsibility.manchester.ac.uk/get-involved...
Proud doesn’t even cover it! 💜
The University of Manchester has retained its place in the global top 10 for sustainability in the QS World University Sustainability Rankings.
🔗 Read more: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/u...
The University of Manchester has retained its place in the global top 10 for sustainability in the QS World University Sustainability Rankings.
🔗 Read more: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/u...
November 18, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Proud doesn’t even cover it! 💜
The University of Manchester has retained its place in the global top 10 for sustainability in the QS World University Sustainability Rankings.
🔗 Read more: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/u...
The University of Manchester has retained its place in the global top 10 for sustainability in the QS World University Sustainability Rankings.
🔗 Read more: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/u...
Research finds that people in England with a learning disability have a higher risk of cancer, especially before 50.
"This study highlights critical gaps and persistent uncertainties in cancer care for people with a learning disability." - Prof Darren Ashcroft
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/s...
"This study highlights critical gaps and persistent uncertainties in cancer care for people with a learning disability." - Prof Darren Ashcroft
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/s...
November 17, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Research finds that people in England with a learning disability have a higher risk of cancer, especially before 50.
"This study highlights critical gaps and persistent uncertainties in cancer care for people with a learning disability." - Prof Darren Ashcroft
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/s...
"This study highlights critical gaps and persistent uncertainties in cancer care for people with a learning disability." - Prof Darren Ashcroft
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/s...
How do you vote? Do you know why?
@niamhnelson-owens.bsky.social suggests that everyday occurrences can have unexpected and yet profound affects on political behaviour.
“Ordinary moments can be extraordinary in challenging power and creating new possibilities.”
doi.org/10.1177/0309...
@niamhnelson-owens.bsky.social suggests that everyday occurrences can have unexpected and yet profound affects on political behaviour.
“Ordinary moments can be extraordinary in challenging power and creating new possibilities.”
doi.org/10.1177/0309...
November 14, 2025 at 2:45 PM
How do you vote? Do you know why?
@niamhnelson-owens.bsky.social suggests that everyday occurrences can have unexpected and yet profound affects on political behaviour.
“Ordinary moments can be extraordinary in challenging power and creating new possibilities.”
doi.org/10.1177/0309...
@niamhnelson-owens.bsky.social suggests that everyday occurrences can have unexpected and yet profound affects on political behaviour.
“Ordinary moments can be extraordinary in challenging power and creating new possibilities.”
doi.org/10.1177/0309...
“But inside Westminster, some MPs are definitely more equal than others.”
This Parliament is the most fragmented ever.
But is the two-party system working against small parties?
What does this mean for our democracy?
Dr Louise Thompson believes there is a deficit.
doi.org/10.1111/1467...
This Parliament is the most fragmented ever.
But is the two-party system working against small parties?
What does this mean for our democracy?
Dr Louise Thompson believes there is a deficit.
doi.org/10.1111/1467...
November 13, 2025 at 10:05 AM
“But inside Westminster, some MPs are definitely more equal than others.”
This Parliament is the most fragmented ever.
But is the two-party system working against small parties?
What does this mean for our democracy?
Dr Louise Thompson believes there is a deficit.
doi.org/10.1111/1467...
This Parliament is the most fragmented ever.
But is the two-party system working against small parties?
What does this mean for our democracy?
Dr Louise Thompson believes there is a deficit.
doi.org/10.1111/1467...
Dr Riina Richardson has been elected President of the British Society for Medical Mycology. @fbmh-uom.bsky.social
“This is an incredible opportunity to collaborate with colleagues, advocate for our field, unite researchers... and raise public awareness.”
Well done, Riina!
“This is an incredible opportunity to collaborate with colleagues, advocate for our field, unite researchers... and raise public awareness.”
Well done, Riina!
November 12, 2025 at 11:48 AM
Dr Riina Richardson has been elected President of the British Society for Medical Mycology. @fbmh-uom.bsky.social
“This is an incredible opportunity to collaborate with colleagues, advocate for our field, unite researchers... and raise public awareness.”
Well done, Riina!
“This is an incredible opportunity to collaborate with colleagues, advocate for our field, unite researchers... and raise public awareness.”
Well done, Riina!
Donald Trump has snubbed COP30.
COP29 was defined by hostility and division.
Global heating limits of 1.5C are increasingly unlikely.
So how can pro-climate actors agree on strategy?
@matpaterson.bsky.social and Dr Paul Tobin explore how to pull back from climate change.
doi.org/10.64628/AB....
COP29 was defined by hostility and division.
Global heating limits of 1.5C are increasingly unlikely.
So how can pro-climate actors agree on strategy?
@matpaterson.bsky.social and Dr Paul Tobin explore how to pull back from climate change.
doi.org/10.64628/AB....
November 11, 2025 at 12:25 PM
Donald Trump has snubbed COP30.
COP29 was defined by hostility and division.
Global heating limits of 1.5C are increasingly unlikely.
So how can pro-climate actors agree on strategy?
@matpaterson.bsky.social and Dr Paul Tobin explore how to pull back from climate change.
doi.org/10.64628/AB....
COP29 was defined by hostility and division.
Global heating limits of 1.5C are increasingly unlikely.
So how can pro-climate actors agree on strategy?
@matpaterson.bsky.social and Dr Paul Tobin explore how to pull back from climate change.
doi.org/10.64628/AB....
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I've contributed to an article for @gradcoach.bsky.social discussing how to stay motivated during your research from experience at @alliancembs.bsky.social @manchester.ac.uk
#Research #University #Students
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#Research #University #Students
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Insiders Reveal: How to Stay Motivated Through Your Research - Grad Coach
Struggling with research motivation? Experienced scholars share strategies for building resilience, embracing setbacks, and completing your dissertation.
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November 10, 2025 at 6:24 PM
I've contributed to an article for @gradcoach.bsky.social discussing how to stay motivated during your research from experience at @alliancembs.bsky.social @manchester.ac.uk
#Research #University #Students
gradcoach.com/how-to-stay-...
#Research #University #Students
gradcoach.com/how-to-stay-...
How do you feel about immigration?
Recent YouGov polling found that 52% of voters believe immigration to be the most important issue facing the UK.
@globaldevinst.bsky.social are holding a public discussion on immigration at John Rylands Library, this Friday.
Recent YouGov polling found that 52% of voters believe immigration to be the most important issue facing the UK.
@globaldevinst.bsky.social are holding a public discussion on immigration at John Rylands Library, this Friday.
November 10, 2025 at 4:09 PM
How do you feel about immigration?
Recent YouGov polling found that 52% of voters believe immigration to be the most important issue facing the UK.
@globaldevinst.bsky.social are holding a public discussion on immigration at John Rylands Library, this Friday.
Recent YouGov polling found that 52% of voters believe immigration to be the most important issue facing the UK.
@globaldevinst.bsky.social are holding a public discussion on immigration at John Rylands Library, this Friday.
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New research from @manchester.ac.uk asks: "What happens when your AI soulmate disappears?"
Dr Jennifer Cearns explores human-AI relationships. It’s not sci-fi - it’s happening now!
Read more www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/w... 💔
#SoSSResearch #AI #Anthropology #TechAndEmotion #DigitalFutures
Dr Jennifer Cearns explores human-AI relationships. It’s not sci-fi - it’s happening now!
Read more www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/w... 💔
#SoSSResearch #AI #Anthropology #TechAndEmotion #DigitalFutures
November 5, 2025 at 1:43 PM
New research from @manchester.ac.uk asks: "What happens when your AI soulmate disappears?"
Dr Jennifer Cearns explores human-AI relationships. It’s not sci-fi - it’s happening now!
Read more www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/w... 💔
#SoSSResearch #AI #Anthropology #TechAndEmotion #DigitalFutures
Dr Jennifer Cearns explores human-AI relationships. It’s not sci-fi - it’s happening now!
Read more www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/w... 💔
#SoSSResearch #AI #Anthropology #TechAndEmotion #DigitalFutures
We're so proud! 💜
More than 500 researchers from across The University of Manchester have been recognised in the latest Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientist Rankings, highlighting the University’s global research excellence.
🔗 www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/o...
More than 500 researchers from across The University of Manchester have been recognised in the latest Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientist Rankings, highlighting the University’s global research excellence.
🔗 www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/o...
November 5, 2025 at 4:20 PM
We're so proud! 💜
More than 500 researchers from across The University of Manchester have been recognised in the latest Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientist Rankings, highlighting the University’s global research excellence.
🔗 www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/o...
More than 500 researchers from across The University of Manchester have been recognised in the latest Stanford/Elsevier Top 2% Scientist Rankings, highlighting the University’s global research excellence.
🔗 www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/o...
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Is climate stability enough to drive change or do we need social movement to spark action?
A new book from @matpaterson.bsky.social and Paul Tobin @manchester.ac.uk explores how politicisation and protest might be key to real climate progress. 📚🌍
Read more: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/a...
A new book from @matpaterson.bsky.social and Paul Tobin @manchester.ac.uk explores how politicisation and protest might be key to real climate progress. 📚🌍
Read more: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/a...
October 31, 2025 at 2:52 PM
Is climate stability enough to drive change or do we need social movement to spark action?
A new book from @matpaterson.bsky.social and Paul Tobin @manchester.ac.uk explores how politicisation and protest might be key to real climate progress. 📚🌍
Read more: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/a...
A new book from @matpaterson.bsky.social and Paul Tobin @manchester.ac.uk explores how politicisation and protest might be key to real climate progress. 📚🌍
Read more: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/a...
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Back visiting my old department @manchester.ac.uk today! Very happy to report that the guinea pig picture I left on my old office window 2 years ago is still in place 🐹
October 31, 2025 at 12:51 PM
Back visiting my old department @manchester.ac.uk today! Very happy to report that the guinea pig picture I left on my old office window 2 years ago is still in place 🐹
If your research area were a horror film… what would its title be?
Our ideas:
“The Phantom of the Funding Deadline”
“Nightmare on Methodology Street”
“The Return of the Unread Survey Responses”
Let us know yours below 👇👇👇👇
Our ideas:
“The Phantom of the Funding Deadline”
“Nightmare on Methodology Street”
“The Return of the Unread Survey Responses”
Let us know yours below 👇👇👇👇
October 31, 2025 at 9:20 AM
If your research area were a horror film… what would its title be?
Our ideas:
“The Phantom of the Funding Deadline”
“Nightmare on Methodology Street”
“The Return of the Unread Survey Responses”
Let us know yours below 👇👇👇👇
Our ideas:
“The Phantom of the Funding Deadline”
“Nightmare on Methodology Street”
“The Return of the Unread Survey Responses”
Let us know yours below 👇👇👇👇
Supermarket shelves often run empty during crises - COVID panic buying, floods, strikes.
Researchers have built a system to help retailers keep goods moving during disruptions, while cutting costs & lowering carbon emissions.
https://www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/new-model-helps-supermarkets/
Researchers have built a system to help retailers keep goods moving during disruptions, while cutting costs & lowering carbon emissions.
https://www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/new-model-helps-supermarkets/
New model helps supermarkets keep shelves stocked during crises - and go greener
Supermarket shoppers across the UK are all too familiar with empty shelves when disruption strikes. Whether it was the panic buying of COVID-19, floods affecting deliveries or strikes in distribution centres, the fragility of supply chains has affected most of us in recent years. In response to this, a team of researchers has developed a new way...
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October 24, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Supermarket shelves often run empty during crises - COVID panic buying, floods, strikes.
Researchers have built a system to help retailers keep goods moving during disruptions, while cutting costs & lowering carbon emissions.
https://www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/new-model-helps-supermarkets/
Researchers have built a system to help retailers keep goods moving during disruptions, while cutting costs & lowering carbon emissions.
https://www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/new-model-helps-supermarkets/
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We cannot get enough of Autumn on campus. The University of Manchester is looking stunning today! 🍁
@manchester.ac.uk
@manchester.ac.uk
October 22, 2025 at 1:20 PM
We cannot get enough of Autumn on campus. The University of Manchester is looking stunning today! 🍁
@manchester.ac.uk
@manchester.ac.uk
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Just launched: Greater Manchester’s Universities have refreshed the shared civic priorities, renewing a commitment to building a fairer, greener, healthier and more prosperous Greater Manchester. Find Out More greatermanchesteruniversities.org/news/prioritylaunch #GMUniversities
Greater Manchester’s Universities Launch Refreshed Civic Mission — Greater Manchester Universities
Greater Manchester’s Universities have launched a refreshed set of civic priorities, reaffirming their collective commitment to improving lives across the city-region.
greatermanchesteruniversities.org
October 22, 2025 at 1:34 PM
Just launched: Greater Manchester’s Universities have refreshed the shared civic priorities, renewing a commitment to building a fairer, greener, healthier and more prosperous Greater Manchester. Find Out More greatermanchesteruniversities.org/news/prioritylaunch #GMUniversities
NEW ANALYSIS: The Government could save upwards of £20 billion and support more than 220,000 people back into employment through return-to-work schemes, according to new analysis by researchers from The University of Manchester, Newcastle and Glasgow.
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/g...
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/g...
October 22, 2025 at 3:03 PM
NEW ANALYSIS: The Government could save upwards of £20 billion and support more than 220,000 people back into employment through return-to-work schemes, according to new analysis by researchers from The University of Manchester, Newcastle and Glasgow.
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/g...
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/g...
Congratulations @ardwickclimate.bsky.social 🌱🏆
Ardwick Climate Action, a group based in Ardwick, Manchester, working with University of Manchester researchers, has been recognised for its work by The Health Creation Alliance
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/c...
Ardwick Climate Action, a group based in Ardwick, Manchester, working with University of Manchester researchers, has been recognised for its work by The Health Creation Alliance
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/c...
October 22, 2025 at 9:17 AM
Congratulations @ardwickclimate.bsky.social 🌱🏆
Ardwick Climate Action, a group based in Ardwick, Manchester, working with University of Manchester researchers, has been recognised for its work by The Health Creation Alliance
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/c...
Ardwick Climate Action, a group based in Ardwick, Manchester, working with University of Manchester researchers, has been recognised for its work by The Health Creation Alliance
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/c...