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Keep up-to-date with the latest news from the Faculty of Humanities.
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Manchester academic’s personal homelessness story shortlisted for Orwell Prize
13 May 2026
An academic from The University of Manchester has been shortlisted for one of Britain’s most prestigious awards for political writing after ...
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Climate-ready countries attracting more international students, major study finds
12 May 2026
Countries that are better prepared for climate change are becoming more attractive to international students while more vulnerable nations are losing ...
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Long-term study shows Manchester “sponge park” is still boosting health and wellbeing five years on
12 May 2026
A major study by researchers at The University of Manchester has found that transforming a neglected park in West Gorton led to lasting increases in ...
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Britain’s ‘accent bias’ revealed in new book by Manchester expert
6 May 2026
A new book by The University of Manchester’s Dr Alex Baratta has revealed how deeply ingrained accent prejudice remains in British society - from ...
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One of the world’s leading AI experts is visiting The University of Manchester
6 May 2026
The University of Manchester is set to welcome internationally renowned journalist, author and broadcaster Karen Hao for a major public lecture on ...
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Manchester planning expert wins profession’s highest honour
5 May 2026
The University of Manchester is proud to announce that Professor Cecilia Wong has been awarded the prestigious Gold Medal by the Royal Town Planning ...
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Children’s voices overlooked in research consent processes, experts warn
1 May 2026
Researchers from The University of Manchester are calling for urgent changes to how children and young people are asked to take part in research, ...
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Co-Creation for Innovation in Creative Industries explored at MIOIR symposium
30 Apr 2026
Held at the Alliance Manchester Business School on Thursday 16 April, this dynamic event brought together researchers, creative practitioners and ...
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Teenage girls and experts call for changes to tackle worsening mental health
30 Apr 2026
Researchers from The University of Manchester have worked directly with teenage girls to uncover what they believe could help turn the tide on rising ...
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Manchester Urban Ageing Research Group recognised with national Team Achievement Award
27 Apr 2026
Led by Professor Tine Buffel, MUARG brings together researchers from across social sciences, architecture, geography, public health and the arts ...
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RISE awards £450,000 to innovative projects addressing violence against women and girls
27 Apr 2026
Nine interdisciplinary research and innovation projects have been awarded up to £50,000 each through RISE, an accelerated programme tackling ...
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Education saves lives: new study reveals global link between learning and longevity
24 Apr 2026
A major international study involving researchers from The University of Manchester has found that education is one of the strongest predictors of how...
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Manchester conference provides fresh perspectives on Falklands/Malvinas conflict
24 Apr 2026
The University of Manchester has hosted a major international conference examining the legacy of the Falklands/Malvinas Conflict, bringing together ...
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New Faculty of Humanities Vice-Dean for Teaching, Learning and Students appointed at the University of Manchester
23 Apr 2026
Currently Associate Pro Vice-Chancellor for Education Innovation and Enhancement, and Professor of Economics Education at the University of ...
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Mandelson vetting scandal: why Whitehall is the worst of all worlds when it comes to accountability
22 Apr 2026
Keir Starmer’s decision to appoint Peter Mandelson as ambassador to the US keeps coming back to haunt him. It has now emerged that Mandelson was ...
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Global appetite for beef is driving Amazon deforestation, new study finds
22 Apr 2026
A major international study involving researchers from The University of Manchester has found that rising global demand for beef is a key force behind...
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Iran’s AI memes are reaching people who don’t follow the news – and winning the propaganda war
22 Apr 2026
A Lego-style Iranian military commander raps over a gangster beat: “Our inbox is flooded with Americans saying they don’t watch the news. They ...
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How AI Is Reshaping Faith and Cultural Resilience
21 Apr 2026
The Thomas Ashton Institute is pleased to highlight a new SALIENT‑funded research project led by Coventry University: Cultural Resilience, Religious...
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Lane Lecture 2026 Now Open for Registration
21 Apr 2026
The Thomas Ashton Institute is delighted to announce that registration is now open for the Annual Lane Lecture 2026, taking place on Wednesday 21 ...
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Doomscrolling or connecting? Study reveals social media’s complex effect on loneliness
17 Apr 2026
Whether social media connects us or leaves us feeling isolated depends on how we use it, according to new research from The University of Manchester. ...
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New book examines the rise of Africa's 'model nation' - and considers its future
16 Apr 2026
A new book by The University of Manchester’s Dr Pritish Behuria explores how Rwanda rebuilt its economy after the 1994 genocide to become one of ...
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From Salford to Shanghai: how cities around the world are taking back control of housing
16 Apr 2026
A major new international study led by The University of Manchester has revealed how policymakers around the world are becoming far more active in ...
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Teen substance use linked to peer pressure and wellbeing, study finds
16 Apr 2026
Researchers at The University of Manchester have identified a range of key risk and protective factors influencing whether young people vape, drink ...
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Back-to-basics approach can match or outperform AI in language analysis
15 Apr 2026
A new study led by Dr Andrea Nini at The University of Manchester has found that a grammar-based approach to language analysis can match or outperform...
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University signs Memorandum of Understanding with Tokyo University of the Arts and National Center for Art Research, Japan
13 Apr 2026
The University of Manchester, through Creative Manchester, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the “Arts-Based Communication ...
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Evidence on racism and ethnic inequalities in the pandemic presented to the Covid-19 public inquiry
7 Apr 2026
Professor James Nazroo and Professor Laia Becares recently presented evidence on ethnic and racial inequalities during the pandemic to the UK ...
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AI study reveals England’s productivity divide is far more complex than North-South
1 Apr 2026
Researchers at The University of Manchester have used artificial intelligence to uncover a complex picture behind England’s long-running ...
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Generous gift from the niece of Law alumna Nancy Rigby funds extra Lemn Sissay Bursaries
1 Apr 2026
Nancy graduated in 1945, one of only a handful of women studying law at the University at that time. Her great niece, Jen Gibbons, Clinical Legal ...
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Nanjing Hydropolis: Broadening horizons together
1 Apr 2026
The Nanjing Hydropolis Spring School took place between 22-31 March and was organised by the School of Architecture and The Confucius Institute at ...
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Economics, Football and the Future
1 Apr 2026
Young people in the North West are significantly less likely to study economics than their peers in London, despite the subject opening doors to ...
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Manchester researchers shape major parliamentary report on Women, Peace, and Security
30 Mar 2026
Professor Toni Haastrup, Chair in Global Politics, University of Manchester, played a central role in the inquiry, advising the Committee on its ...
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Overstretched councils ‘set up to fail’ in SEND crisis, report reveals
26 Mar 2026
As the government considers future reforms to services for children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) in England, a major new ...
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Attorney General makes case for international rules-based order during Harry Street Lecture
25 Mar 2026
The University of Manchester was honoured to welcome Attorney General The Rt Hon Lord Hermer KC, an esteemed alumnus, to deliver the 38th Annual Harry...
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Young people’s wellbeing is improving in Greater Manchester, major survey finds
24 Mar 2026
A major survey of tens of thousands of school pupils has revealed a welcome boost in wellbeing among young people across Greater Manchester.
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You Ought To Know: Simon Industrial Fellow Karen Gabay releases podcast series about Black British music histories
19 Mar 2026
From January to July 2025 broadcaster and producer Karen Gabay carried out research as part of a Simon Industrial Fellowship with the Creative ...
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Rt Hon Lord Hermer KC to deliver 38th Annual Harry Street Lecture
18 Mar 2026
The Harry Street Lecture, established in 1985, has featured an impressive roll call of distinguished figures, including prominent judges and ...
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Look Back: Unlocking Historical Archives with AI: Opportunities and Challenges
17 Mar 2026
Creative Manchester were delighted to host ‘Unlocking Historical Archives with AI', an event addressing the opportunities ...
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New Music Takes Centre Stage as Sir John Tomlinson Performs with Hallé Youth Orchestra and Choir
17 Mar 2026
Sir John Tomlinson and Dr Joshua Brown, Lecturer in Composition at the University of Manchester, both spent their formative years in rural East ...
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Ethnic land rights fail to provide Afro-Colombians with economic security
17 Mar 2026
The legal rights designed to protect Afro-Colombian communities are not lifting them out of economic precarity - and are leaving them vulnerable to ...
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The University of Manchester becomes lead UK-based coordinating institution for UK-China Humanities Alliance
16 Mar 2026
The University of Manchester has been appointed as the UK-based Coordinating Team for the UK China Humanities Alliance for Higher ...
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Leading Public Procurement Innovation Expert Rikesh Shah Appointed Simon Industrial & Professional Fellow at University of Manchester
13 Mar 2026
The Manchester Institute of Innovation Research (MIoIR) at Alliance Manchester Business School is delighted to announce the appointment of Rikesh ...
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Reluctance to rely on China for green technology could slow climate action
12 Mar 2026
New research suggests that concerns about relying too heavily on Chinese manufacturing are shaping climate policy - and could even delay the adoption ...
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Infected Blood Inquiry Memorial goes to University of Manchester
10 Mar 2026
The formal handover of the Inquiry Memorial to the University of Manchester will take place on Tuesday 24 March. The University is providing a ...
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Five Manchester academics become Fellows of the Academy of Social Sciences
9 Mar 2026
The Academy of Social Sciences has elected five experts from The University of Manchester as Fellows in recognition of their significant contributions...
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Manchester conference to re-examine Falklands/Malvinas conflict nearly 45 years later
4 Mar 2026
On Thursday 16th April and Friday 17th April, The University of Manchester is hosting a major conference about the Falklands/Malvinas conflict.
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Why community voices could make or break world’s forest restoration plans
26 Feb 2026
A new study has revealed a critical gap between global promises to restore forests and what is happening on the ground for the communities who depend ...
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University of Manchester to lead accelerated research project tackling violence against women and girls
25 Feb 2026
Content warning: References to sexual violence, domestic abuse, sexual harassment and homicide. Violence against women and girls (VAWG) remains a ...
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‘The Plastic Divide’ - how carrier bag bans impact the poorest communities
24 Feb 2026
A new study from The University of Manchester has shed light on an unexpected consequence of plastic bag bans in East Africa, and why well-intentioned...
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Northern researchers and Whitehall unite to tackle the SEND crisis through connected data
24 Feb 2026
On the day the government published its Every child achieving and thriving white paper on reforms to the schools and SEND systems in England, ...
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The Business Case for Nature: Confronting Biodiversity Risk
20 Feb 2026
Magnitude of challenge Professor Nalin Thakkar opened the event, introducing keynote speakers Andrea Ledward CBE, Director of International ...
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