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University partners with Chester Zoo to protect threatened species

New partnership will deliver high-impact scientific research to improve the future outlook for some of the world’s most endangered animals.

Air pollution

Manchester researchers link with air pollution campaigners

Representatives from the British Lung Foundation, Friends of the Earth Manchester and ClientEarth came to Manchester to hear more about environmental research conducted at the University.
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Science behind world’s lightest graphene watch revealed

The University has published the research behind a precision-engineered watch created with Richard Mille Watches and McLaren Applied Technologies.

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Scientists develop new drug treatment for TB

Manchester scientists have developed the first non-antibiotic drug to successfully treat tuberculosis in animals.
Dr Simon Clark

Scientist gets top award for research into macular disease

The University’s Dr Simon Clark has been chosen for a coveted national award by leading sight loss charity the Macular Society.
Origami in 2D materials

Origami in 2D materials could revolutionise electronics

Manchester researchers have made new discoveries about what happens when we fold materials that are just a few atoms thick.
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First particle tracks seen at international neutrino experiment

Manchester scientists are playing a lead role in the £65 million DUNE project that could change the way we see the universe.

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