Materials Science and Textiles

Close up of the astrological sign on the Renold Building exterior. — Celebrating The University of Manchester’s science and engineering heritage

To mark World Heritage Day (18 April) we take a look at the remarkable – and truly unique – story of science and engineering here at The University of Manchester.

Illustration of an astronaut holding a rock on Mars. — ‘Make it so’ – creating super-strength concrete from Mars dust, potatoes and salt

Research impact and institutes

Discover the ‘cosmic concrete’ that Manchester scientists believe might, one day, enable humans to build a colony on Mars – and aid the climate fight on Earth.

Electrons and qubits: Explaining quantum computing

Research impact and institutes

Professor Richard Curry explains the fascinating world of quantum computing, and the potential impact it could have – now and in the future.

Ancient Greek words on the wall of Celsus Library in Ephesus. — The etymology of science and engineering – Part II

Heritage

We return for part two of our captivating look at the weird and wonderful origins of words associated with the Faculty of Science and Engineering.

Drawing of a woman scientist — International Women’s Day: The scientists and engineers who inspire us

Social responsibility

We ask scientists and engineers across our Faculty about the women who have inspired them most – past, present and future.

Hand in front of rainbow graphic — LGBT+ History Month: Inclusivity in science and engineering

Social responsibility

We mark February’s LGBT+ History Month by sharing the stories of members of the LGBT+ community here in the Faculty of Science and Engineering.

God-like relief on Sackville Street Building — Wizards, monsters, ships and bees: The symbols of Sackville Street Building

Heritage

Take a closer look at the fascinating – and strange – symbolism to be found in and around The University of Manchester’s iconic Sackville Street Building.

Wind turbines in the sea — Manchester Festival of Climate Action: Tackling the biggest questions

Our partners

Read all about the Manchester Festival of Climate Action, an absorbing four-day event in the run-up to COP26 that addressed the biggest climate questions.