Bright idea: University of Manchester have a graphene light bulb moment
The first ever consumer product made out of graphene is set for release onto the UK market after a light bulb moment at the University of Manchester.
No gravity? I’d still fall for you! Manchester MOSI explore science of sex
What’s all about chemistry, taught in biology, but most fun when you actually get physics-al? It’s the Science of Sex and it’s coming (wink wink) to Manchester’s Museum of Science and Industry.
Manchester Uni evacuation: Building closed off amid ‘explosive’ chemical fears
A Manchester University building on Sackville Street has been evacuated by police after the discovery of a ‘potentially explosive’ chemical.
Stockport charity chief’s refreshing take on disability: ‘Live long enough and we all end up disabled’
Scope’s Kiss the awkward Goodbye campaign uses tongue-in-cheek Valentine’s Day cards to highlight that there is no need to be awkward around someone just because they have a disability.
Cable’s £10m biotech funding injection is ‘another step for Manchester devolution’
Business Secretary Vince Cable announced yesterday at the University Of Manchester Government plans to invest £10.3million into their Institute of Biotechnology.
Terminators are a long way off, says Manchester University AI expert
While artificial intelligence is making progress in leaps and bounds, Terminator-style robots are still a long way off, according to Manchester University expert Dr Steve Furber.
Tackle global warming by ‘firing salt into atmosphere from boat to brighten clouds’, says Manchester scientist
The method, known as Marine-Cloud Brightening, has been designed to reduce rising global temperatures by boosting the reflectivity of the atmosphere.
Cancer fears quashed: Mobile phones safer than burnt toast, say Manchester experts
Manchester University professors have quashed any worries that power lines and mobile phones cause cancer, saying they are ‘safe for humans’.
Piccadilly Pulse: Manchester says ignorance is bliss after launch of genetic cancer test
A controversial personal DNA test that can tell people whether they are at risk of cancer and other diseases is now available in the UK.
Vitamin C injections can CURE cancer, claims doctor – touting £3,000 therapy in Manchester
Vitamin C can CURE cancer but won’t be funded for human trials because money can’t be made on it, claim an alternative therapy doctor promoting the £3,000 treatment across Manchester.
Big Bang Theory’s theory is bang on, says Manchester science expert
A Manchester computer science expert says hit TV show, The Big Bang Theory, is not only scientifically accurate but is also a good example of the work real life professors do on a day to day basis.