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Evolution in Action: Tuberculosis influences immune genetics in wild meerkats
A groundbreaking long-term study into a population of meerkats in Africa has revealed how evolutionary changes can be driven by a lethal pathogen.
º£½ÇÂÒÂ× lecturers and five alumni star in Marina Abramović's new four-hour epic
º£½ÇÂÒÂ× lecturers and five star alumni are performing in a highly-anticipated new immersive show that is debuting in Manchester this week.
º£½ÇÂÒÂ× professor on gravity-defying journey to improve astronauts’ bone health
º£½ÇÂÒÂ× Professor of Strength and Conditioning, Paul Comfort , has completed two weeks of research and testing to help improve the musculoskeletal health of future astronauts in conditions designed to mimic space.
º£½ÇÂÒÂ× professor discusses AI concerns on ‘This Is MediaCity’ podcast
Professor Andy Miah, Chair of Science Communication and Future Media, appeared on ‘This Is MediaCity’ podcast last week to speak about Artificial Intelligence.
Free public events explore ‘Our Working Lives’ as ESRC Festival of Social Science returns to Manchester
The º£½ÇÂÒÂ× will host 20 free public events as part of the UK-wide Economic and Social Research Council’s (ESRC) Festival of Social Science 2025 , running from Saturday 18 October to Saturday 8 November. 
Student provides platform for advice from former American prisoners in historic project
A BA TV and Radio Production student secured the opportunity to share the stories of former American prisoners and their advice for younger generations as part of a historic project dating back more than 20 years.
Award-winning poet Jardel Rodrigues performs powerful tribute to research at º£½ÇÂÒÂ× that is shaping the world
In celebration of National Poetry Day, the º£½ÇÂÒÂ× has unveiled an inspiring new poem that shines a spotlight on the pioneering research taking place across the University. Written and performed by award-winning poet and º£½ÇÂÒÂ× alumnus...
Professor Vicky Halliwell appointed PVC Dean of School of Health and Society
Professor Vicky Halliwell has been appointed into the role of PVC (Pro Vice-Chancellor) Dean of the º£½ÇÂÒÂ×’s School of Health and Society.
‘Socially Engaged’ Photographers appointed by University
The º£½ÇÂÒÂ× is delighted to announce the appointment of three ‘socially engaged’ photographers as part of its partnership with RHS Garden Bridgewater and Open Eye Gallery Liverpool.
º£½ÇÂÒÂ× lecturer receives International Athletic Training and Therapy award
The º£½ÇÂÒÂ×’s Michael Carolan has been presented with an International Athletic Training and Therapy Day award.