News archive – September 2016
Martin Harris Centre autumn season launched
01 Sep 2016
See an exceptional programme of performances at the Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama this autumn.
Staff benefits update
01 Sep 2016
Summer is coming to a close and we are back to our regular weekly updates!
Scientists take to the skies to track West African pollution
01 Sep 2016
Scientists operating research aircraft over West Africa have detected organic materials in the atmosphere over a number of urban areas, contributing to concerns of the rise in pollution across the region
Antibiotic resistance and you!
01 Sep 2016
Free event on campus by Public Health England
More network testing this Monday morning
02 Sep 2016
Continuing work to improve the University network
Could you inspire a spark for science?
02 Sep 2016
Science Spectacular, a key event in the Manchester Science Festival programme, returns for 2016 and we're looking for researchers, students or academics with a passion for communicating science.
Death, politics and selfies in ARTIST ROOMS: Andy Warhol at The Whitworth
02 Sep 2016
New exhibition at The Whitworth will show the sharp critical opinions of an artist known to many primarily as art salesman, purveyor of product and celebrant of capitalism
President and Vice-Chancellor urges universities to support public engagement
02 Sep 2016
Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell, incoming President of the British Science Association, has today called for UK universities to “encourage, support and reward public engagement”
University delivering emergency medical team training in China
02 Sep 2016
Professor Tony Redmond from the Humanitarian and Conflict Response Institute will visit China in support of a WHO initiative to promote agreed international standards of emergency medicine
Register for the next ‘Managing in the Round’ course
02 Sep 2016
Managing in the Round (TMS55) is an integrated Management Development programme aimed at Middle Managers - likely to be working in administrative grades at levels 5/6 to 7/8. In other words it is aimed at those operating above 'first line supervisor/manager' level with major defined operational and staff responsibilities.
Places are now available on the Emotional Intelligence Course
02 Sep 2016
E.I. (Emotional Intelligence) is the practice of paying attention to your own and other people’s emotional states and using the information to help inform your actions.
Back pain link to 24-hour body clock
05 Sep 2016
Revealed: our spinal discs have 24-hour body clocks that can malfunction and cause pain
How Andrew put himself "in harm's way" and won
05 Sep 2016
Colleagues tell their stories from the PG Certificate in Higher Education
Wood Street Mission Lottery
05 Sep 2016
Announcing the lucky winner of the September draw
Car Park Permit Office reduced opening hours
05 Sep 2016
Morning only operation for three days next week
Flagship public sector show
05 Sep 2016
Free professional services event comes to Manchester
Statistics great and good – at the double
05 Sep 2016
University hosts two major statistical conferences attracting 750 delegates
Celebrating chemistry pioneer Sir Edward Frankland
05 Sep 2016
Thanks to Frankland and our other chemists, “the atom is very much a Mancunian”
Fact-finding academic tackles housing crisis
05 Sep 2016
Project calls for people to share information on empty houses in their local area
QS World University Rankings success
06 Sep 2016
Highest ever place for Manchester in world survey of universities
Have you captured the essence of science through a stunning image?
06 Sep 2016
The Wellcome Image Awards celebrate the aesthetic beauty of scientific images, the research behind them and the incredible techniques used to create them.
Your chance to get involved with UMSS
06 Sep 2016
Members are invited to apply for a vacancy on the pension scheme board
Bone density tests at Sugden Sports Centre
06 Sep 2016
The Sugden Sports Centre will be hosting a day of bone density screening on Tuesday, 11 October for only £30
Don’t stop at 999 – and save lives
06 Sep 2016
Over half of deaths from injury could be prevented if public knew first aid, University researchers reveal
Gear up for September’s Monthly Cycle to Work Event
06 Sep 2016
Ride along to the Royal Northern College of Music this Thursday 8 September between 8am and 9.30am
Smartphone app shows weather and chronic pain could be connected
06 Sep 2016
Preliminary findings from a mass participation study have indicated a link between weather conditions – specifically rain and lack of sunshine – and chronic pain
Become an online judge for the Big Bang Competition
06 Sep 2016
Can you help our young scientists and engineers build their skills and confidence in project work?
How our students are changing lives in Uganda
06 Sep 2016
Faith makes everything possible, Hope makes everything work…
Link between extended GP surgery hours and fewer A&E visits, but at a cost
06 Sep 2016
Patients who had access to GP surgeries with longer opening times in evenings and at weekends visited A&E departments far fewer times than those who did not have similar access to primary care.
Triple shortlisting for University in prestigious THE Awards
06 Sep 2016
The University has been shortlisted in three categories of the Times Higher Education (THE) Awards 2016
Robots to the rescue
07 Sep 2016
Creating an electronic eye for Fukushima – and beyond
Blue – and grey – sky thinking
07 Sep 2016
Airborne lab can respond within hours to atmospheric pollution incidents anywhere in the world
Matthew puts us on the m-app!
07 Sep 2016
University app-creating software project mappademia wins major development funding
Sir Mark Elder CBE - Inaugural Lecture: Are Conductors Really Necessary?
07 Sep 2016
On Thursday 29 September, 3pm, at the Martin Harris Centre.
Manchester scientist awarded Royal Society Research Professorship
07 Sep 2016
Professor David Leigh from the School of Chemistry has been recognised as one of the world’s top scientists, by being awarded with a Royal Society Research Professorship.
New exhibition of student architecture projects to open
07 Sep 2016
An exhibition telling the story of how our students use models to develop their ideas about architecture opens on 16 September in Humanities Bridgeford Street Building
Don't be held to ransom!
07 Sep 2016
Several universities are experiencing incidents involving ransomware, a form of phishing attack: don't be the next victim
Volunteer call for Alien Invaders!
07 Sep 2016
Quarry Bank Mill is one of Britain's greatest industrial heritage sites and home to a working cotton mill
Transforming Oxford Road in 2016
07 Sep 2016
As the campus community starts to return after the summer break, you will notice changes to Oxford Road as work on the transformation of the corridor continues
What is AskMe, and why is it important?
07 Sep 2016
With Welcome just around the corner for our new and returning students, it's time to dust off your AskMe badge and prepare to be at your most helpful
Blood bacteria developing to clots could contribute to chronic diseases
07 Sep 2016
The discovery could help to explain many features of these kinds of diseases, and may lead to new methods of prevention or treatment
Scientists discover how to create tiny water and gas pipes
07 Sep 2016
Manchester researchers have discovered how to create the smallest ever water and gas pipes that are only one atom in size
Staff benefits update
08 Sep 2016
Two great new discounts with LivingWell and Halfords plus reduced price tickets and updates from SuperBreak!
Scientists develop revolutionary heart attack sensor
08 Sep 2016
Manchester researchers have developed an electric sensor which could quickly tell doctors if a person has had a heart attack
Walking for Health group celebrates six years with Memory Walk
08 Sep 2016
The University’s Walking for Health group has been involved in numerous events during its existence and this month they're busy raising awareness and funds for two great charities
Book your place on the Postgraduate Research Administrator Network
08 Sep 2016
Sharing expertise, knowledge and ideas around postgraduate student activity
Manchester Residential Life gets to the heart of halls
09 Sep 2016
Manchester Residential Life (ResLife) has been launched in the University’s Halls of Residence to enhance the student residential experience through proactive provision amd intervention
Putting the Staff Survey into action: communications
09 Sep 2016
In the months since the results of the 2015 Staff Survey were published, a project team, led by the Division of Communications and Marketing, has been working on a number of initiatives to deliver better communication
Exiting Car Park D: a brief detour could reduce delay to your journey
09 Sep 2016
As staff and students return after the summer break, users of Car Park D, next to the Dental Hospital, may experience longer delays than usual when exiting onto Higher Cambridge Street, particularly when turning right out of the car park
University hosts visit by RAEng Distinguished Visiting Fellow
09 Sep 2016
Dr Gary Doll from the University of Akron is on campus to improve his interactions with the UK's research base in tribology and surface engineering, and to facilitate collaborative research at the University
Canada honours leading Manchester earth scientist
09 Sep 2016
The Royal Society of Canada has bestowed a rare honour on world-leading earth scientist Professor David Vaughan by electing him as a ‘Foreign Fellow’
Chancellor Lemn Sissay headlines Manchester Literature Festival event
09 Sep 2016
Award-winning poet and Chancellor Lemn Sissay will headline a celebration of diversity in writing
Cleaning the Manchester Ship Canal
12 Sep 2016
How University research rejuvenated our legendary inland port
Theatre production by University alumnus Rob Ward: 'Gypsy Queen'
12 Sep 2016
On Friday 23 September, 7pm, at the Martin Harris Centre.
Teaching and Learning in promotions
12 Sep 2016
Teaching and Learning in promotions: training for the new criteria
New Student Recruitment, Selection and Admissions policy
12 Sep 2016
Following changes to the QAA Code of Practice, our Student Admissions policy has been expanded to articulate our processes and practices related to student recruitment and selection
WATCH: Why is AskMe important?
12 Sep 2016
Give a warm Welcome Week to our new students
Baby-friendly award for University's undergraduate midwifery programme
13 Sep 2016
Awarded the prestigious Baby Friendly Award by UNICEF UK for the high levels of education and skill development in breastfeeding support provided to students on its midwifery programme
Funding boost to brain research
13 Sep 2016
‘Human Brain Project’ receives €89 million from the European Commission
Final call to donate toiletries for Lifeshare
13 Sep 2016
Campaign to donate toiletries to local homeless charity ends this week
Open meeting on creating a Staff Learning & Development network
13 Sep 2016
Learning is central to our organisation. Great effort goes into giving thousands of students who come here every year the best learning experience.
Treat yourself and get the Friday feeling at street food market
13 Sep 2016
Levenshulme Market is kicking off the new academic year at the University with a street food market on Friday 16 September from 5pm until 9pm
Complimentary tickets available for B!RTH debate
13 Sep 2016
We are proud to be the lead academic partner for B!RTH – a global festival of theatre and debate on childbirth inequalities
10th UK Schools Computer Animation Competition launches
14 Sep 2016
The School of Computer Science has launched Animation17, its 10th annual UK Schools Computer Animation Competition, which aims to encourage kids all over the UK to use their computers creatively
School-University Partnership Initiative (SUPI) networking event
14 Sep 2016
Are you a researcher interested in engaging with local schools? Want to share your passion for research and your subject area with teachers and students? Want to develop your public engagement and outreach skills?
History made as Manchester lands health funding
14 Sep 2016
£28.5m invested in Greater Manchester’s devolved health system to pioneer lifesaving research
Go Abroad Fair
14 Sep 2016
Encourage students to attend the Go Abroad Fair on Tuesday, 25 October at University Place
Upgrade from economy to business class: Dropbox for Business landing soon
14 Sep 2016
It’s time to upgrade from economy to business class, Dropbox for Business is arriving in October and will be available to all University colleagues
Student disability support – deadline for January 2017 exams
14 Sep 2016
If your students need extra time or rest breaks because of a disability, the deadline to register is 24 November
Disposal of confidential waste – reminder
14 Sep 2016
Any paper records that contain confidential or person identifying information must be disposed of correctly
A warm - and distinctive - welcome to our new students
15 Sep 2016
A new and exciting venture is about to launch at the University, as we welcome our new first year undergraduate students
Staff benefits update
15 Sep 2016
It’s been a hotchpotch of weather this week and it’s the same with this update – lots of variety!
Top Northern universities' impact double that of Premier League
16 Sep 2016
N8 calls on Government to support Northern innovation
Undergraduate Open Days coming up
16 Sep 2016
Our next Undergraduate Open Days for prospective students will be taking place on Saturday 1 and 8 October, between 10am and 4pm
Countdown to The Sustainability Challenge
16 Sep 2016
8,000 students, 9 buildings, 1 day - The Sustainability Challenge is on Tuesday, 20 September
Taking steps for Manchester Memory Walk
16 Sep 2016
A team of staff from the School of Earth and Environmental Sciences will be taking part in the Manchester Memory Walk on Saturday 17 September
Celebrate Bi Visibility Day
16 Sep 2016
We will be marking Bisexual Visibility day this year on 21 September
Free eye examination at University teaching clinic
16 Sep 2016
Book now for a free eye examination (eye test) – this offer is open to all students, staff and the general public
Social Enterprise Ignition funding opportunity
16 Sep 2016
Social Entrepreneurs are born out of the desire to improve the world and make it a better place
Annual pay award 2016/17
19 Sep 2016
The University Senior Leadership Team has agreed to implement the draft New JNCHES* settlement for 2016/17 on the recommendation of UCEA**
Get set go for a new year
19 Sep 2016
Enjoy your free breakfast at first Rundezvous event of the year
Your Manchester gives an insight into EU Referendum
19 Sep 2016
Still time to book for discussion of result, effect on the political landscape and what future may hold
Welcome to Beauty Bee at the Uni!
19 Sep 2016
Get ready for your close up – thanks to University of Manchester Staff Association
Printing goes mobile for staff
20 Sep 2016
Now you can print from a laptop, smartphone and tablet. You don’t even have to be on campus and you can collect your printing from any machine
University desk calendars out this week
20 Sep 2016
Popular planning tool returns for the new academic year
Indulge your sweet tooth and raise money for Macmillan Coffee Morning
20 Sep 2016
Join us at Manchester Student Homes for the annual Macmillan Coffee Morning on 30 September
Online process for research ethics applications launched
20 Sep 2016
A new online Ethical Review Manager (ERM) for processing research ethics applications has been launched
Sports team celebrate 10k run award success
21 Sep 2016
Our staff participation in Great Manchester 10k run wins at the annual North West Awards for England Athletics
Massages available at the Wellbeing Rooms
21 Sep 2016
Come and get a neck, shoulder, back, hand/arm, foot or Indian head massage
Wellcome Trust invests £5 million to launch clinician careers
21 Sep 2016
Twenty five Fellowships will enable the best clinical trainees undertake a PhD
University Capital Programme
21 Sep 2016
In her weekly update last week, the President and Vice-Chancellor mentioned that plans were being developed for delivering a sustainable financial position which will allow the University to make the necessary investments to achieve our Manchester 2020 ambitions
Transformation of Oxford Road corridor
21 Sep 2016
Last month was certainly the busiest yet in terms of the amount of work carried out on Oxford Road and many of the changes will be completely new for those returning to the corridor after the summer break
Erasmus Staff Mobility
21 Sep 2016
Erasmus Funding to undertake Training/Teaching in Europe during the 2016/2017 academic year
Join the Contact Theatre for a free day of fun
21 Sep 2016
The Contact Theatre on Oxford Road throws open its doors for Fun Palaces on Saturday 1 October
Free legal advice by appointment here on campus
21 Sep 2016
The School of Law Legal Advice Centre (LAC), on the 4th Floor of Crawford House, is currently taking enquiries for appointments for free legal advice
WATCH: Eight thousand students – one grand challenge
22 Sep 2016
Thanks to colleagues who gave our new students a warm and distinctive welcome to Manchester
Staff benefits update
22 Sep 2016
This week we have some updated offers
The John Rylands Research Institute announces its latest Seedcorn call
22 Sep 2016
Seedcorn awards are an annual call available to all academic and Library staff at the University to apply for up to £5,000 to conduct a research project
Manchester University Music Society Welcome Concert
23 Sep 2016
On Sunday 2 October, 5pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Career journeys begin for FSE's Business Administration Apprentices
23 Sep 2016
Over the last two weeks the Faculty has said thank you and good luck to the nine Business Administration Apprentices who spent a year working across different areas of FSE
New Programme Management Board
23 Sep 2016
In her weekly update last week, the President and Vice-Chancellor mentioned that plans were being developed for delivering a sustainable financial position which will allow the University to make the necessary investments to achieve our Manchester 2020 ambitions
Want to find out more about crowdfunding?
23 Sep 2016
Learn about fundraising through the University’s crowdfunding platform at an information session
Procurement excellence at the University
23 Sep 2016
The Central Procurement Office has recently published its first Annual Report
Volunteer for Great Bistro Bake Off
23 Sep 2016
Part of The World’s Biggest Coffee Morning in support of Macmillan Cancer Support
Explore China during free taster week
23 Sep 2016
Try out a range of language tasters, arts and craft activities and seminars at the Confucius Institute
The Whitworth adds Ashes by Steve McQueen to international art collection
23 Sep 2016
The Whitworth has become the first UK institution outside of London to acquire work by acclaimed British artist and Oscar-winning film director Steve McQueen
Oxford Road bus gate is now open
26 Sep 2016
From Monday, 26 September, every motorist driving through the bus gate will receive a warning letter or a penalty charge notice
FREE Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Piano Recital by Murray McLachlan
26 Sep 2016
On Thursday 29 September, 1.10pm, at the Martin Harris Centre.
£18m postgraduate research funding secured by new North West partnership
26 Sep 2016
A minimum of 41 postgraduate studentships will be on offer each year for six years, after a North West consortium of HEIs bid secured more than £18m in funding from the Economic and Social Science Research Council (ESRC)
Issue with My Manchester and timetable access - Update 3
26 Sep 2016
We’re aware of the difficulty that some students are currently experiencing accessing My Manchester
WATCH: Energy – past, present and future
26 Sep 2016
Join Professor Ian Cotton as he explores energy’s journey in the Distinguished Lecture
Confucius Institute opens at 180 Waterloo Place
26 Sep 2016
Special guests cut the ribbon on unique learning space – with peaceful Chinese garden
University welcomes tenth cohort of Manchester Access Programme students
27 Sep 2016
The Manchester Access Programme (MAP), the University’s flagship widening access programme, supports the progression to university of talented young people from less advantaged backgrounds living and studying in Greater Manchester
Putting the Staff Survey into action
27 Sep 2016
In the year since the results of the 2015 Staff Survey were published, Staff Learning and Development have been working on a number of initiatives to deliver more effective leadership and management
Celebrating Cervantes
27 Sep 2016
Open symposium marks 400th anniversary of Spanish writer’s death
Set your social enterprise ideas into action
27 Sep 2016
Workshop to guide you through the journey
Science Uncovered at Manchester Museum
27 Sep 2016
Spectacular night showcases our finest researchers and their work for an adult audience
Still not booked your Xmas office party?
27 Sep 2016
Limited places available at a festive get together for University staff and friends
Get inspired about your career in higher education
27 Sep 2016
Association of University Administrators annual conference comes to campus
WATCH: Why is AskMe important?
27 Sep 2016
Carry on giving a warm welcome to our new students
More legroom, more care, a better fit – Dropbox for Business landing soon
27 Sep 2016
If you like a bit of wiggle room then the University’s Dropbox for Business will make miles of difference.
Do you know someone who always goes the extra mile?
28 Sep 2016
We’re looking to recognise and celebrate those special people who always go ‘above and beyond’
Major open debate on use of antibiotics
28 Sep 2016
A major public debate will be held in Manchester following the recent UN declaration to combat the proliferation of antibiotic resistance
Appointment of Interim Director of Planning
28 Sep 2016
Pauline Morgan has been appointed as Interim Director of Planning
Themed clothes swap has recipes and kitchen items in the mix
28 Sep 2016
Bring along three or more garments and/or themed items to the UMSA Lounge this evening
Our first public lecture on rights and equality of disabled people
28 Sep 2016
The University's Inaugural Lord Morris of Manchester Memorial Lecture will be delivered by Baroness Tanni Grey-Thompson
World's Biggest Coffee Morning is taking place across campus
28 Sep 2016
Eat cake and drink coffee (or tea) in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support
Understanding Mental Health 2
28 Sep 2016
Adam Spreadbury, Co-chair of the Mental Health Network at The Bank of England, will speak about depression and invite group discussions and questions
Art meets science as Manchester academic creates stunning LCD images
28 Sep 2016
There are now more LCD displays in the world than human beings, and everyone uses them in mobile telephones, laptops, and flat panel TVs - but very few people know how the technology actually works, and fewer still are familiar with the striking colours and patterns that liquid crystals produce in microscopy
Manchester showcasing next industrial revolution to Taiwanese experts
28 Sep 2016
The next technological breakthroughs to power a new industrial revolution – dubbed Industry 4.0 – are being showcased to a delegation of Taiwanese experts as part of a fact-finding mission to the UK led by the University
Research beacons are a hit at New Scientist Live
28 Sep 2016
How ‘sugar coatings’ on cells can help safeguard our health was among the thought-provoking Manchester research showcased at the popular New Scientist Live event
The Hallé's Sir Mark Elder to give Inaugural Lecture as Honorary Professor
29 Sep 2016
Honorary Professor and Music Director of The Hallé Sir Mark Elder CBE, will give his inaugural lecture at the University’s Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama at 3pm on Thursday 29 September 2016.
Manchester researchers win RCGP Research Paper of the Year for 2015
29 Sep 2016
The Royal College of General Practitioners (RCGP) has named a research study funded by the National Institute for Health Research Collaboration for Leadership in Applied Health Research and Care (NIHR CLAHRC) Greater Manchester as its Research Paper of the Year
WATCH: Sir Salvador Moncada on cancer research at the University
29 Sep 2016
Find out how Manchester's approach to cancer research spans the full spectrum of combating the disease
Surprise finding by PhD student could improve future handling of nuclear waste
29 Sep 2016
A researcher at the University has made a surprise finding after observing variations of a chemical bond with a radioactive metal called thorium – and this newly revealed stabilising relationship could one day contribute to improving nuclear fuel management
Staff benefits update
29 Sep 2016
This week’s update has travel, spa and outdoor offers and a prize draw to win tickets for Breaking the Code at the Royal Exchange Theatre!
Help colleagues hit a high note for Oxfam
29 Sep 2016
Come along to the Oxjam Manchester Takeover
Roll up, roll up for The Big Careers Fair
29 Sep 2016
Encourage students to go along to our annual Big Careers Fair at Manchester Central Convention centre – organised by The Careers Service and open to all students and graduates
Access to interpretation provisions in the health care system helps integration
30 Sep 2016
Access to interpreter and translation services is an essential requirement to ensure integration – according to a new study carried out by a team from the University's Multilingual Manchester project, in collaboration with the NHS Clinical Commissioning Groups for Manchester
The ResLife team are recruiting!
30 Sep 2016
The ResLife team are currently recruiting ResLife Advisors to join us in supporting our students, and helping them to make the most of their time in Manchester!
Bone density tests at the Sugden Sports Centre
30 Sep 2016
Have your fracture risk assessed and find out how to increase your chances of having healthy bones for life
Major award for graphene and 2D materials in biomedicine
30 Sep 2016
The University has been awarded more than £5m for research into using nanomaterials including graphene in the human body
Cancer prevention and early detection boosted by new research programme launch
30 Sep 2016
The NHS could save £44 million a year in treatment costs if four cancers were diagnosed more quickly, according to cancer experts at the launch of a dedicated prevention and early detection (PED) research initiative in Manchester
Strollers step out in support of Maggie's Cancer Centres
30 Sep 2016
Following their Memory Walk for Alzheimer's Society earlier this month, the University’s Walking for Health group, Lunchtime Strollers, is stepping out again for cancer support charity, Maggie's
Quatuor Danel Evening Concert
30 Sep 2016
On Friday 7 October, 7.30pm, at the Martin Harris Centre
Try a free taste of Be Active Manchester
30 Sep 2016
Free taster sessions are on offer at the Wellbeing Rooms, Simon Building
Share academic expertise on Brexit and network with parliamentary researchers
30 Sep 2016
Bursaries are available to support the travel costs of researchers attending a conference where they will build relationships with those working in Parliament and discuss the impact of Brexit on key policy areas
Chill Out Room open in Simon Building
30 Sep 2016
Part of the joint Wellbeing provision - a partnership between the Counselling Service and Sport
'Teashirt’ gene links autism and kidney problems, new study finds
30 Sep 2016
A gene dubbed the ‘Teashirt’ by its discoverers has been identified as a link between children with kidney problems and autism, in a new study which has implications for how doctors working on both conditions administer tests to their patients
Birds of a feather: research may help to discover true colour of extinct animals
30 Sep 2016
An international team of scientists led by the University has used state-of-the-art X-ray methods to analyse the chemistry of feathers of birds, in order to discover the true colours of extinct ancient animals such as dinosaurs
Manchester researcher helping to tackle the world’s water challenges
30 Sep 2016
A researcher from the University has developed a free tool to help scientists and policymakers to manage agricultural water use and improve crop water productivity in regions where supply is scarce
Weekly mindfulness and relaxation sessions offered by Counselling Service
30 Sep 2016
Drop-in sessions each day in the large Wellbeing room, first floor, Simon Building
Brexit “phoney war” will soon be over
30 Sep 2016
We are still in a “phoney war” in the wake of the Brexit vote with the hard reality of the UK’s decision to leave the EU yet to be seriously felt, our latest Vital Topics debate heard
'More older people than children’ tipping point being reached in Europe
30 Sep 2016
The ageing population across the UK and the EU, combined with the widening gap between available carers and those who need care, has prompted researchers at the University to conduct research on a range new technologies to encourage healthy and active ageing