Graphene

Less than the width of a human hair: have the Photon Science Institute created the world’s smallest pumpkin?
Research impact and institutes
It’s a crisp autumn morning. There’s a chill in the air and the crunch of leaves underfoot, Manchester is adorned with a kaleidoscope of vibrant crimson and orange hues. In the spirit of Halloween, our friends over at the Photon Science Institute have honoured the holiday in the best way they know how: using a […]

The Buzz S1, E6: Graphene
Research impact and institutes
In this episode of The Buzz we take a deep dive into the wonder material graphene, and how it established Manchester’s place at the forefront of global scientific innovation.

Meet Manchester’s heritage heroes
When it comes to science and engineering, it’s hard to beat The University of Manchester’s rich heritage. Find out more about the legends you’ll be following when you join us in September.

Guest post: The Graphene Age’ – how Manchester is leading UK innovation
Manchester’s unique advanced materials expertise – including the breakthrough benefits of graphene – is a global game-changer, according to guest author David Hilton.

You can’t fool a scientist… or can you?
This April Fools’ Day, we’ve got a little challenge for you. Take a look at our five stories from across the Faculty of Science and Engineering and see if you can work out the fiction lurking between the facts.

Life on Mars? Graphene could make it a reality
As if they weren’t content with desalinating seawater, filtering the colour from whisky and creating a new rubber for running shoes, graphene scientists have now used the 2D advanced material to mimic photosynthesis – and the potential of this breakthrough could be interstellar. Researchers led by Professor Sir Andre Geim (yes, the very same man […]