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AI and robotics

On AI and robotics: developing policy for the fourth industrial revolution

A new publication from University experts aims to help employers, regulators and policymakers understand the potential effects of AI across a wide range of industries and sectors.
Money

UK’s gender pay gap is narrowing, new research finds

According to a national study co-authored by a Manchester researcher, the gender pay gap is shrinking but equality remains some way off.

Space technology being used to measure tumours

Space technology being used to measure tumours

Technology developed by Manchester scientists to map the surface of Mars has been adapted to measure the treatment of tumours.
Manchester top for UK business research income

Manchester top for UK business research income

The University attracted £24,831,000 of research income from UK industry in 2016/17 – more than any other institution in the country.
Silke Gillessen

World-renowned cancer researcher comes to Manchester

Professor Silke Gillessen, a leading expert in genitourinary oncology, is to join the University and The Christie NHS Foundation Trust.
Microplastics in UK rivers

Manchester researchers reveal micoplastics issue in UK rivers

In the first study of its kind, geographers found that microplastics from urban river channels are a major contributor to ocean pollution.
Cancer treatment

Study paves the way for better treatment of prostate cancer

A new study has found a way to identify men with locally advanced prostate cancer who are less likely to respond well to radiotherapy.
Research Beacons

Research Beacons

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