Research Highlights
Alliance Manchester Business School in the UK is a research-led school within a research-led university. Given our scale and breadth we aim to tackle big, contemporary problems that require long-term research commitment, while encouraging teamwork across multiple academic disciplines.
We draw on and contribute to the University’s world-leading research profile and international reputation for excellent higher education. Our core strengths are not just centred on the quality of our research, but also around our individual and collaborative work, our teaching and executive education, our collaboration with international partners, and around our advisory, policy and public speaking roles. This is encapsulated in our motto Original Thinking Applied.
We are also aligned to the University of Manchester’s wider research beacons which are tackling some of the biggest questions facing the planet.
Andre Geim
2010 Nobel Prize in Physics
Andre Geim shared the 2010 Nobel Prize in Physics with Kostya Novoselov for preparing and then characterising individual atomic planes of carbon, known as graphene. In 2004 they demonstrated how to extract and isolate graphene from graphite crystals using Sellotape.
Geim also shared the 2000 Ig Nobel Prize in Physics for his tongue-in-cheek diamagnetic levitation of a live frog.
Research Beacons
From tackling cancer and poverty to finding the energy solutions of the future, our research is making a real difference to the quality of people’s lives across the globe.
Global Challenges, Manchester Solutions.
Find out how world-class academic research is commercialised by scientists, engineers, medical professionals, business leaders and policymakers.
Research News
Compound isolated from human sperm could treat genetic disorder
A newly discovered genetic condition caused by faulty protein synthesis which causes delayed development and learning difficulties could be treated
True identity of mysterious gamma-ray source revealed
An international research team including members from The University of Manchester has shown that a rapidly rotating neutron star is at the
Vaccines safe for majority of immunosuppressed children, find scientists
Both inactivated and live-attenuated vaccines generally produce an adequate immune response and are safe to use in children suffering with autoimmune
Could game theory help discover intelligent alien life?
New research from The University of Manchester suggests using a strategy linked to cooperative game playing known as ‘game theory’ in order
Major study to investigate links between hearing loss and COVID-19 launches
A major UK study to investigate the possible long-term impact of COVID-19 on hearing, led by researchers at NIHR Manchester
University of Manchester signs partnership with National Physical Laboratory
The University of Manchester and the National Physical Laboratory (NPL) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), stating a commitment
University of Manchester scientists awarded a Guinness World Record for the ‘Finest Woven Fabric’
A team of scientists from The University of Manchester have been honoured with the Guinness World Record for weaving threads of individual molecules together
Launch of multimillion pound institute for health technology research and innovation in Manchester
Tuesday, 12 January saw a consortium led by The University of Manchester launch a new multimillion pound research and innovation
Research Impact Case Studies
The University of Manchester’s research is recognised as being of the highest quality, but we make more than just an academic impact.
These case studies show how the work of our researchers also makes a difference to economies, societies and cultures across the globe. Our pioneering minds tackle the world’s greatest challenges, finding new ways forward for governments, businesses and communities.
Nancy Rothwell & James Thompson / Social responsibility at our core
In this issue of the magazine we will place the spotlight on our University’s commitment to social responsibility. This commitment – one of our three
Jen O’Brien / Empowering Students
The UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are a blueprint to achieve a better future for all. Dr Jen O’Brien, who’s helped create a pioneering interdisciplinary
Social Development Goals / Answering the world’s call
The United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals give us all a target of addressing global challenges by 2030. It’s a mission that aligns with The University