Communicating scientific research beyond academia is an essential skill for today’s scientists. As part of the Communicating Science module, Earth and Environmental Sciences students at The University of Manchester were challenged to transform complex scientific research into engaging content for a range of audiences and media formats. From magazine features and news articles to business-focused…
With politics (and policymaking) at the forefront of everyone’s minds, the topic of equality, diversity and inclusion shortly follows. Whether it’s the re-naming of geographical places, attempted eradication of gender identity and continued anti-immigration rhetoric – there is a palpable heaviness in the air right now. More often than not, it is marginalised communities carrying…
Third year students were challenged to break down scientific articles, and communicate engaging stories for a public audience.
Hi everyone! My name is Zoha and I have just completed my second year studying Electrical and Electronic Engineering. I recently had the opportunity to participate in the Sony Codefest which took place on June 9th 2023. I would love to share the experience with everyone! Open to all! Whilst preparing for my second-semester exams…
This week for our Society Spotlights series, we are joined by the Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) Society.
This week on the Department of Physics and Astronomy blog, we’re joined by the Physics Netball Society!
This week, the Nuclear and Particle Physics Society (NPPS) joins us on the blog as part of our Society Spotlights series.
Our new blog series, Society Spotlights, will be shedding light on some of the amazing physics-related societies that you can join at The University of Manchester. And who better to kick us off than PhysSoc?
Matt, a final-year student, has kindly taken the time to tell us more about his recent Industrial placement at Edwards Ltd as part of his MEng Chemical Engineering with Industrial Experience degree. He gives us an insight into his degree choice, his time on his placement, and advice for other students looking to undertake an…
Fourth year environmental science student Ezri spent her summer in Canada undertaking a fully funded research project, was it worth doing?
