The University of Manchester
@manchester.ac.uk
A proud Manchester institution with teaching, research and social responsibility at the heart of everything we do.
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From Manchester for the world.
We are proud to launch our bold strategy to 2035. Together, we're redefining what a great civic University looks like for the 21st century.
Visit our webpage to explore our ambition in full: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/manche...
We are proud to launch our bold strategy to 2035. Together, we're redefining what a great civic University looks like for the 21st century.
Visit our webpage to explore our ambition in full: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/manche...
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
gradcoach.com/how-to-stay-...
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.
gradcoach.com
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...
We look forward to you joining Adrian! ✨
Thrilled to announce I'll be joining the Division of Neuroscience at @manchester.ac.uk as a Lecturer in Feb '26!
The DuLab will explore how the brain integrates sensory streams into internal maps 🌐 using the rodent head-direction circuit, the 'neural compass', as a starting point for the journey 🧭
The DuLab will explore how the brain integrates sensory streams into internal maps 🌐 using the rodent head-direction circuit, the 'neural compass', as a starting point for the journey 🧭
October 21, 2025 at 10:14 AM
We look forward to you joining Adrian! ✨
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Shanghai from the 25th floor - the China Centre of @manchester.ac.uk where I was given a very enthusiastic and kind welcome. Very impressive. The city just keeps on going but I am ready to go home.
October 21, 2025 at 8:01 AM
Shanghai from the 25th floor - the China Centre of @manchester.ac.uk where I was given a very enthusiastic and kind welcome. Very impressive. The city just keeps on going but I am ready to go home.
Applications are now open for 200 new PhD Studentships and Fellowships.
We're investing in early career researchers, in partnership with philanthropic support - to develop the next generation of research leaders.
Share with someone you know!
www.manchester.ac.uk/research/bic...
We're investing in early career researchers, in partnership with philanthropic support - to develop the next generation of research leaders.
Share with someone you know!
www.manchester.ac.uk/research/bic...
October 21, 2025 at 8:19 AM
Applications are now open for 200 new PhD Studentships and Fellowships.
We're investing in early career researchers, in partnership with philanthropic support - to develop the next generation of research leaders.
Share with someone you know!
www.manchester.ac.uk/research/bic...
We're investing in early career researchers, in partnership with philanthropic support - to develop the next generation of research leaders.
Share with someone you know!
www.manchester.ac.uk/research/bic...
From Manchester for the world.
We are proud to launch our bold strategy to 2035. Together, we're redefining what a great civic University looks like for the 21st century.
Visit our webpage to explore our ambition in full: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/manche...
We are proud to launch our bold strategy to 2035. Together, we're redefining what a great civic University looks like for the 21st century.
Visit our webpage to explore our ambition in full: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/manche...
October 16, 2025 at 8:59 AM
From Manchester for the world.
We are proud to launch our bold strategy to 2035. Together, we're redefining what a great civic University looks like for the 21st century.
Visit our webpage to explore our ambition in full: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/manche...
We are proud to launch our bold strategy to 2035. Together, we're redefining what a great civic University looks like for the 21st century.
Visit our webpage to explore our ambition in full: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/manche...
Welcome to Manchester @ederzavala.bsky.social - see you on campus soon!
Happy to announce that from 1st Dec I will join the University of Manchester @manchester.ac.uk as a UKRI Future Leaders Fellow @ukri.org, where my group will develop a new theoretical framework for Digital Endocrinology. I'm also looking forward to explore such a beautiful city! 🐝 (1/2)
October 14, 2025 at 2:40 PM
Welcome to Manchester @ederzavala.bsky.social - see you on campus soon!
The ‘Sword Dragon of Dorset' 🗡️🐉
A skeleton found on the UK's Jurassic Coast has been identified as a new species of ichthyosaur - a type of prehistoric marine reptile that once ruled the ancient oceans.
Credit: Dr Dean Lomax (@deanrlomax.bsky.social).
#jurassic #oldearth #prehistoric
A skeleton found on the UK's Jurassic Coast has been identified as a new species of ichthyosaur - a type of prehistoric marine reptile that once ruled the ancient oceans.
Credit: Dr Dean Lomax (@deanrlomax.bsky.social).
#jurassic #oldearth #prehistoric
October 10, 2025 at 3:39 PM
The ‘Sword Dragon of Dorset' 🗡️🐉
A skeleton found on the UK's Jurassic Coast has been identified as a new species of ichthyosaur - a type of prehistoric marine reptile that once ruled the ancient oceans.
Credit: Dr Dean Lomax (@deanrlomax.bsky.social).
#jurassic #oldearth #prehistoric
A skeleton found on the UK's Jurassic Coast has been identified as a new species of ichthyosaur - a type of prehistoric marine reptile that once ruled the ancient oceans.
Credit: Dr Dean Lomax (@deanrlomax.bsky.social).
#jurassic #oldearth #prehistoric
We’re pleased to share that The University of Manchester has been ranked 56th in the world and 8th in the UK in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026.
#THEUniRankings @timeshighered.bsky.social
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#THEUniRankings @timeshighered.bsky.social
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October 9, 2025 at 8:56 AM
We’re pleased to share that The University of Manchester has been ranked 56th in the world and 8th in the UK in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026.
#THEUniRankings @timeshighered.bsky.social
🔗 manchester.ac.uk/about/news/t...
#THEUniRankings @timeshighered.bsky.social
🔗 manchester.ac.uk/about/news/t...
Jodrell Bank: From tracking meteors to discovering pulsars, this @unesco.org World Heritage Site has shaped radio astronomy for eight decades and inspired generations through science, culture, and the Bluedot Festival.
@jodrellbank.bsky.social
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/magazi...
@jodrellbank.bsky.social
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/magazi...
October 8, 2025 at 11:11 AM
Jodrell Bank: From tracking meteors to discovering pulsars, this @unesco.org World Heritage Site has shaped radio astronomy for eight decades and inspired generations through science, culture, and the Bluedot Festival.
@jodrellbank.bsky.social
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/magazi...
@jodrellbank.bsky.social
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/magazi...
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From climate laggard to reform 🌏
New research from @manchester.ac.uk & @unimelb.bsky.social unpacks how Australia broke from a decade of inaction to pass its most ambitious climate law in a generation.
🔗: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/t...
@uomsoss.bsky.social @uompols.bsky.social
New research from @manchester.ac.uk & @unimelb.bsky.social unpacks how Australia broke from a decade of inaction to pass its most ambitious climate law in a generation.
🔗: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/t...
@uomsoss.bsky.social @uompols.bsky.social
The Lost Decade: why Australia is playing climate catch-up
For ten long years, Australia earned an unenviable reputation as one of the world’s climate change ‘laggards’. From 2013 to 2022 its governments weakened environmental rules, cut renewable energy fund...
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October 8, 2025 at 9:58 AM
From climate laggard to reform 🌏
New research from @manchester.ac.uk & @unimelb.bsky.social unpacks how Australia broke from a decade of inaction to pass its most ambitious climate law in a generation.
🔗: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/t...
@uomsoss.bsky.social @uompols.bsky.social
New research from @manchester.ac.uk & @unimelb.bsky.social unpacks how Australia broke from a decade of inaction to pass its most ambitious climate law in a generation.
🔗: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/t...
@uomsoss.bsky.social @uompols.bsky.social