News archive – November 2012

Staff benefits roadshow in Staff House today
(01 Nov 2012)
Come along and see how you can save money on your healthcare, shopping and childcare costs!

New home for School
(01 Nov 2012)
The School of Chemical Engineering and Analytical Science (CEAS) has opened the doors to its new home, the James Chadwick Building.

Stockport Youth Orchestra open their 2012/13 season
(01 Nov 2012)
On Sunday 11 November (7pm) in The Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, The Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama.

Ageing, Global Health and Humanitarian Crisis: HCRI/MICRA seminar
(01 Nov 2012)
On 21 November 2012 (1-4pm) in Cordingley Lecture Theatre, Humanities Bridgeford Street.

Multimillion pound funding boost for cancer research
(01 Nov 2012)
Cancer research in Manchester has been given a £12.8 million funding boost following a successful bid by The University of Manchester to the UK Research Partnership Investment Fund (UKRPIF).

Explore the materials that make up mediaeval manuscripts
(01 Nov 2012)
Come along to Materials Matter, an all-day event on Friday, 2 November at The John Rylands Library.

Director of Estates and Facilities outlines the Estates Master Plan
(01 Nov 2012)
Diana Hampson will give the first of the 2012/13 HEI Seminars on 12 November (12.30pm) in the Kanaris Theatre, The Manchester Museum.

Lost Anthony Burgess composition to receive rare performance after 60 years
(01 Nov 2012)
To The Fallen: Remembrance Concert on Sunday 11 November (3pm) at Imperial War Museum North, Main Exhibition Space.

Team up to make a Green Impact in 2012/13
(01 Nov 2012)
Sign up by 17 December to the national environmental accreditation scheme with a competitive streak.

Fresh fruit and veg stall returns to Fallowfield Campus
(01 Nov 2012)
On Wednesday 7 November (1-4pm) between Source Cafe and Fallowfield Campus reception.

"Has science done away with God?" asks Professor David Watts
(01 Nov 2012)
CiS Manchester: The Manchester Science and Philosophy Group meets on 21 November (6 pm) at the Café, Manchester Museum.

Launch event for book about British Asian Muslim women
(01 Nov 2012)
On 23 November 2012 (3-5pm) in Ahmed Iqbal Ullah Race Relations Resource Centre, J Floor, Sackville Street Building.

Campus car wash has launched
(02 Nov 2012)
UniValet will begin operating in the University's car parks on Monday, 5 November.

Wood Street Mission Lottery draw
(02 Nov 2012)
Announcing the winner for November.

MIB rebrands to Manchester Institute of Biotechnology
(03 Nov 2012)
The Manchester Institute of Biotechnology is celebrating its name change this week through a series of events. It’s felt the new brand will help people understand better the wide range of research work taking place at the centre.

UniLife and Staff Update hit the stands
(05 Nov 2012)
The November issues of the University newsletters are out today.

UMSA Christmas shopping trip
(05 Nov 2012)
Join us on Saturday 1 December 2012 at 9.30am

Step out with the Lunchtime Strollers in November and December
(05 Nov 2012)
The latest walk schedule has been released - put the dates in your diary and turn up on the day.

Staff benefits roadshow in the Simon building today
(06 Nov 2012)
Come along and see how you can save money on your healthcare, shopping and childcare costs!

Manchester Histories Festival 2012: the video
(06 Nov 2012)
Warch this fabulous new video for a flavour of this year's festival.

In need of a pre-Christmas fitness blast?
(06 Nov 2012)
Manchester Aquatics Centre and Sugden Sports Centre are offering staff and students a special pre-Christmas membership deal.

University Institute wins Green Gown award
(07 Nov 2012)
The University of Manchester’s Sustainable Consumption Institute Centre for Doctoral Training has been awarded a prestigious Green Gown award.

Booth Street West car park to re-open tomorrow
(07 Nov 2012)
Site investigations end to allow access to cars

Break your workday with a massage
(07 Nov 2012)
Chance to book a relaxing head, neck and shoulder rub

John Rylands Library scoops top tourism award
(08 Nov 2012)
The University of Manchester’s iconic John Rylands Library has been made Manchester’s ‘Large Visitor Attraction of the Year’ at the city’s annual tourism awards.

Marketplace closed today
(08 Nov 2012)
The Marketplace place is closed for essential maintenance

Staff benefits update
(08 Nov 2012)
Hi-Life Dining Card two months' free trial and Perkz offers.

Find what you’re looking for with the IT Services’ Knowledge Base
(08 Nov 2012)
As part of the IT Service Desk, the Knowledge Base is a powerful website which allows you to quickly and easily find answers to your IT related questions.

Seeing and Telling: Rylands Haggadah
(08 Nov 2012)
Wednesday, 14 November and Sunday, 18 November (1-2pm) at The John Rylands Library, Deansgate.

Cancer survivors dig for a future with ‘More Tomorrows’
(08 Nov 2012)
Inspirational cancer survivors took the first step in helping to build a new £28.5million University research building for the Manchester Cancer Research Centre (MCRC) today (Thursday).

Well-being workshops for back pain and posture
(08 Nov 2012)
A series of workshops that focus on correcting posture problems and reducing pain caused by muscular skeletal issues have been introduced at the UMSA Room, Dover Street Building, for just £5.

Join the Rush Hour Choir
(08 Nov 2012)
Meet from 5pm to 6pm each Monday in St Peter's House, Precinct Centre, Oxford Road, to have fun singing songs of varying styles.

Ancient Worlds After Hours at The Manchester Museum
(08 Nov 2012)
On Thursday 15 November (6.30-9pm).

Staff benefits roadshow next week
(08 Nov 2012)
Come along and see how you can save money on your healthcare, shopping and childcare costs!

Alan Gilbert Learning Commons closure
(09 Nov 2012)
Main Library open 24 hours a day while essential work continues at Learning Commons

Legendary writer’s posthumous take on the Great War published
(09 Nov 2012)
A controversial account of the Great War by one of New Zealand’s greatest writers is to be published for the first time by a leading arts journal, eight years after she died.

The Marketplace is back in business
(09 Nov 2012)
New and improved Marketplace is now open!

Appointment boost to University's research on ageing
(09 Nov 2012)
Leading social gerontologist joins Manchester.

Dark and brooding border image wins public vote
(12 Nov 2012)
An image of hundreds of birds flying over a soviet-era war memorial in the Ukraine has been voted as Manchester’s best Image of Research.

Irish President to lecture on 'Manchester and its Irish Connections'
(12 Nov 2012)
If you would like to attend President Michael D Higgins' lecture on 22 November, please apply for a ticket as soon as possible.

Manchester benefits from funding boost for biotechnology
(12 Nov 2012)
The University of Manchester has won a significant share of £20million of Government funding for research work that will help revolutionise major industries in bioenergy and biotechnology.

Biomedical imaging research goes on display
(12 Nov 2012)
The 4th Biomedical Imaging Institute (BII) Annual Showcase takes place this year on Monday, 19 November 2012 at the Manchester Institute of Biotechnology (MIB).

Watch the President's Q and A
(12 Nov 2012)
Video available now to all staff

Debenhams and The Christie have a charity gala in store for you
(12 Nov 2012)
On Tuesday, 13 November (6pm – 9pm) at Debenham's Stockport store.

Bike marking events on campus this week
(12 Nov 2012)
The University offers a free overt bike marking service for all students and staff.

Geology identification drop-in session
(12 Nov 2012)
On Thursday 22 November (2-3pm) at The Manchester Museum.

Staff benefits roadshow in the Arthur Lewis building today
(13 Nov 2012)
Come along and see how you can save money on your healthcare, shopping and childcare costs!

BWPI Research Director to chair prestigious RSA lecture
(13 Nov 2012)
Professor Rorden Wilkinson has been invited to chair the forthcoming Thomas Pogge lecture at the RSA (Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce) in London on 20 November.

World swimming record for Manchester student
(13 Nov 2012)
Eleni Papadopolous, a University of Manchester Sports Scholar, has smashed a world record in disability swimming.

Take the tango journey at the Students' Union
(13 Nov 2012)
Weekly classses on Mondays (8-10.30pm) in the Students' Union, Oxford Road.

Big Saturday: Ancient Worlds
(13 Nov 2012)
On Saturday, 17 November (11am-4pm) at The Manchester Museum.

Volunteer as a school governor
(14 Nov 2012)
If you're interested, come along to the School Governor Initiative recruitment event on Tuesday 20 November in Christie’s Bistro.

Prestigious Appointment for Manchester Professor
(14 Nov 2012)
Professor Martin Humphries, from The University of Manchester, has been elected as the Vice President of the prestigious Academy of Medical Sciences. This influential body has over 1000 elected Fellows and works to promote advances in medical science.

Save money if you travel to work by train, tram or bus
(14 Nov 2012)
Apply for your interest-free loan and buy a season ticket for 2013 at 2012 prices

Showcase lecture: Chemical imaging of art, archaeology and palaeontology
(14 Nov 2012)
On Wednesday 21 November (3-4.30pm) with Phil Manning at The Manchester Museum.

Campus cake sales support Children in Need
(15 Nov 2012)
Get your goodies from the RBESS and SALC cake sales and Pudsey's Patisserie on Friday, 16 November.

Staff benefits roadshow next week
(15 Nov 2012)
Come along and see how you can save money on your healthcare, shopping and childcare costs!

The world’s leading science communication competition comes to Manchester
(15 Nov 2012)
FameLab heats at MOSI on 17 November will search for the new voices of science communication!

StaffNet survey results
(15 Nov 2012)
A big thank you to everyone who responded to the StaffNet survey - the results are now out!

Free lunchtime concert today by cellist Lionel Handy
(15 Nov 2012)
On 15 November 2012 (1.10pm) in the Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, Maritn Harris Centre for Music and Drama

Make your own weird creatures at family friendly stamping workshop
(15 Nov 2012)
Bestiarum Vocabulum on Saturday, 1 December 2012 (11am-3pm) at The John Rylands Library, Deansgate.

Do you want to be on Countdown?
(15 Nov 2012)
The popular Channel 4 quiz series is looking for contestants for its new series, which begins filming in Manchester in January 2013.

University Venues Showcase for meetings and event organisers
(15 Nov 2012)
On Wednesday, 28 November 2012 (12noon to 2pm) at the Core Technology Facility, Grafton Street, Oxford Road Campus.

Last chance to book: wildlife photography course
(15 Nov 2012)
On Saturday, 24 November (10am-5pm) and Sunday, 25 November (10am-4pm) at The Manchester Museum.

Christmas gifts and cake sale
(15 Nov 2012)
The School of Law is raising money for Hope for Justice and Macmillan Cancer Support on 22 November.

Do you know anyone who deserves a University or national honour?
(15 Nov 2012)
Further guidance on how to make your suggestions is available online.

Blackboard downtime on Sunday, 18 November
(15 Nov 2012)
The system will be down for one hour between 1am and 5am for essential maintenance.

MUMS free lunchtime concert - Vocal Showcase
(15 Nov 2012)
On Friday, 16 November 2012 (1.10pm) in the Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama.

Bioprinting has promising future
(16 Nov 2012)
The pioneering concept of bioprinting is delivering promising results according to one of the early champions of the process, Professor Brian Derby of The University of Manchester.

MUMS Chamber Orchestra & Wind Ensemble play Strauss, Haydn and Leo Gayer
(16 Nov 2012)
On Saturday, 17 November 2012 (7.30pm) in Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, Martin Harris Centre.

Children in Need cake sales today
(16 Nov 2012)
Forget the diet and dig deep for a very good cause!

Buy a coffee from FoodOnCampus today and raise money for Children in Need
(16 Nov 2012)
FoodOnCampus will donate 10% of all hot drink sales today to Children in Need.

Take a lunchtime look at public engagement with Engagement@Manchester
(16 Nov 2012)
The next meeting will look at 'Collaboration between the Arts and Sciences' on 21 November 2012 (1-2pm) in Room 2.220, University Place.

More cash to kick-start ideas
(19 Nov 2012)
UMI3 expands its social enterprise competition.

Atlas computer celebrates 50th anniversary
(19 Nov 2012)
A series of events will mark the 50th anniversary of the Ferranti Atlas supercomputer developed in Manchester from 1956 to 1962.

Julius Caesar: University of Manchester Drama Society Autumn Showcase
(19 Nov 2012)
On 21, 22 and 23 November 2012 (7pm) in the John Thaw Studio Theatre, Martin Harris Centre.

Bike marking events on campus this week
(19 Nov 2012)
The University offers a free overt bike marking service for all students and staff.

New Centre to Develop Nuclear Decontamination Technologies
(19 Nov 2012)
A new ground breaking £1.2 million centre to research the decontamination and safe storage of nuclear waste is being established at The University of Manchester in partnership with Sellafield Ltd.

Peer support group for women returning from maternity leave
(19 Nov 2012)
The next meeting is on 29 November (12.30 to 2pm).

New taught degree regulations
(19 Nov 2012)
Roadshows for staff involved in supporting Examination Boards

PSS Student Experience Projects
(19 Nov 2012)
Information about all the projects has now been published online.

One-day course: Biomarkers in research and clinical practice
(19 Nov 2012)
On 13 February 2013 at The Nowgen Centre.

Staff benefits roadshow in the Jean McFarlane building today
(20 Nov 2012)
Come along and see how you can save money on your healthcare, shopping and childcare costs!

Invitation to attend Degree Ceremonies: 10–14 December 2012
(20 Nov 2012)
If you wish to attend and take part in the academic procession, please confirm your attendance by 23 November.

EPSRC awards over £3.2M for delivery of Impact Acceleration Account (IAA)
(20 Nov 2012)
Applications invited under First Call for Proposals by closing date of 12 December 2012 (12 noon).

Anti-violence campaign not enough to stop abuse
(20 Nov 2012)
A hard-hitting anti-violence campaign which encourages young men to change their behaviour requires deeper understanding of their attitudes, a University of Manchester criminologist will say in a public lecture.

Campus cake sales raise lots of dough for Children in Need
(20 Nov 2012)
Enterprising fundraisers produced a grand total of nearly £1500 on 16 November.

Join other Christian staff members for a relaxed lunch
(20 Nov 2012)
On Wednesday, 28 November (12.45pm – 1.30pm) at St Peter's Chaplaincy.

Changeover from swipe to proximity readers on University car parks
(20 Nov 2012)
Following the upgrade of staff and student ID cards earlier in the year, new proximity readers are replacing the access control (swipe) readers across the University’s car parks.

Social Enterprise Workshop hosted by UMI3 Ltd
(20 Nov 2012)
Workshop in the Innovation Centre on Grafton Street to help you find out more about establishing a Social Enterprise and the recently-announced Social Enterprise 'Lite' competition.

Intricate Worlds: The Music of Michael Finnissy
(20 Nov 2012)
On Friday, 23 November 2012 at The Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama.

Members and volunteer supervisors wanted for first ever Manchester iGEM team
(20 Nov 2012)
Apply for team membership before 26 November: first meeting on 30 November 2012 at MIB.

Find out more about cycling to work
(21 Nov 2012)
Join the University Bicycle Users' Group (UMBUG) annual meeting on 27 November

Would you like to work with sixth formers on a Nuffield Research Project?
(21 Nov 2012)
Come along to the 2012 Nuffield Celebration on Friday, 23 November to find out more and register by 30 November if you are interested in offering a project under Nuffield Research Placements in 2013.

Find out about the work of Disabled Go over lunch
(21 Nov 2012)
On Wednesday, 12 December (1pm – 2pm).

Low water pressure across campus
(21 Nov 2012)
A burst water main on Upper Brook Street is causing problems with water pressure in some buildings.

Learning Through Football
(21 Nov 2012)
Manchester City proudly showed off their Premier League trophy and Community Shield during a visit to the University earlier today.

Urban Naturalist: Building Stones Scavenger at The Manchester Museum
(21 Nov 2012)
On Saturday 24 November (2-4pm).

Staff benefits roadshows next week
(22 Nov 2012)
Come along and see how you can save money on your healthcare, shopping and childcare costs!

LGBT Staff Network Group end of year meeting
(22 Nov 2012)
On Wednesday, 19 December (12.30pm – 1.30pm).

One of Victorians’ greatest humanitarians is 200
(22 Nov 2012)
University of Manchester historians are to celebrate the 200th birthday of one of the Victorian age’s greatest humanitarians, now barely remembered, at an event on 23 November.

New library books directly to your office
(22 Nov 2012)
Online ordering and delivery service launched

Back by popular demand: the Estates MasterPlan
(22 Nov 2012)
Book now if you missed hearing about changes to campus

New institute to promote interdisciplinary research
(22 Nov 2012)
Funding available for research projects

Across the Atlantic for cancer research
(22 Nov 2012)
Manchester graduate's marathon fundraiser in tribute to his brave wife

Downtime for student card and letter production system
(22 Nov 2012)
The CRM system is down from 3pm on Thursday, 22 November until 9am on Tuesday, 27 November.

Changes to voicemail
(22 Nov 2012)
The University voicemail service is migrating to a new platform on 27 November.

Festive offers at The John Rylands Library Cafe and Shop
(22 Nov 2012)
Treat yourself as Christmas approaches!

FoodOnCampus raises £479.65 and counting for Children in Need
(22 Nov 2012)
A big thank you to everyone who helped raise such a fantastic amount for such a worthwhile cause.

Staff benefits update
(22 Nov 2012)
There are some great new discounts available for you including Waxy O’Connor’s at the Printworks, Pickfords removals and storage and Overwater Hall in the Lake District.

Irish President meets University President
(23 Nov 2012)
His Excellency, the President of Ireland, Michael D Higgins, visited The University of Manchester yesterday, as part of an official three-day visit to the North West of England.

Hearing and sight loss study first to use major health resource
(23 Nov 2012)
Manchester scientists studying hearing and sight loss are the first to use key health data from UK Biobank, a research project of global importance based in the city.

Begin a career as an English language teacher
(26 Nov 2012)
The next Trinity CertTESOL course will run at the University Language Centre from 18 February to 18 March 2013.

Manchester academic wins Physics prize
(26 Nov 2012)
A University of Manchester scientist has been awarded a prize for his work in nuclear physics.

Jodrell Bank is the star attraction of Cheshire tourism
(26 Nov 2012)
Jodrell Bank Discovery Centre has won Tourism Attraction of the Year 2012 in the Marketing Cheshire Awards.

Intellectual Property Awareness Resource
(26 Nov 2012)
UMIP – the University’s agent for intellectual property (IP) commercialisation would like to make you aware of its IP Awareness Resource, co-developed with Eversheds LLP.

Sport Manchester launches brand new blog!
(26 Nov 2012)
'In the Spotlight' will feature a monthly update which focuses on one of the many Athletic Union clubs: it aims to give an insight into the club, straight from the mouths of the students that are involved in it.

Well-being workshops for back pain and posture
(26 Nov 2012)
Introducing a series of workshops that focus on correcting posture problems and reducing pain caused by muscular skeletal issues at the UMSA Room, Dover Street building for just £5.

Want to learn more about Shiatsu massage?
(26 Nov 2012)
This one-off workshop will give you an insight into the traditional Japanese system of bodywork and will take place on Wednesday, 5 December (4.30pm-6.30pm) in the UMSA Room, Dover Street Building.

Campus gyms offer staff and student pre-Christmas fitness deal
(26 Nov 2012)
In need of a pre-christmas fitness blast?

Protect your University identity from ‘phishers’
(26 Nov 2012)
Beware of ‘phishing’ scam emails to staff and students.

Supporting your public engagement plans
(26 Nov 2012)
An exciting training opportunity will bring together people from different science disciplines and support them as they develop their public engagement plans.

Do you know a student who wants to travel in the summer of 2013?
(26 Nov 2012)
The Alumni Association is offering Global Impact Travel Awards of £250 to help current students bring practical or social benefits to an international community.

Staff benefits roadshow in Staff House today
(27 Nov 2012)
Come along and see how you can save money on your healthcare, shopping and childcare costs!

Caitrin’s wild card win could lead to FameLab final
(27 Nov 2012)
Life Sciences MSc student Caitrin Crudden won the audience vote and the judges’ wild card vote at the regional finals of FameLab on 24 November.

National Teaching Fellowship Scheme 2013
(27 Nov 2012)
Members of academic staff are invited to submit a short expression of interest by 12 pm on Friday, 14 December.

A new toy for every child on Christmas Day
(28 Nov 2012)
Donate new toys, other gifts, books, food or money to the Wood Street Mission Christmas Project 2012 by 29 November.

Your Opinion Counts: complete the FoodOnCampus survey before 30 November
(28 Nov 2012)
We want to know what you think about FoodOnCampus so we can improve the service we offer.

Learning Through Football
(28 Nov 2012)
Manchester City proudly showed off their Premier League trophy and Community Shield during a visit to the University to launch a joint programme encouraging youngsters to study.

Tabley House Carol Concert sold out!
(28 Nov 2012)
The traditional Carol Concert, organised by the Friends of Tabley, may be sold out, but there's an enjoyable programme of events to look forward to in 2013.

Computer Science does its bit for Children in Need
(28 Nov 2012)
The School raised a grand total of £875 from its fundraising activities on 16 November.

It is not only fine feathers that make fine birds at The John Rylands Library
(28 Nov 2012)
Free event on Tuesday, 11 December and Friday, 14 December (1-2pm)

Cyclists: are you bright enough?
(28 Nov 2012)
Be seen, be safe - plus details of last monthly cycle ride of the year

View your payslips online with MyView
(28 Nov 2012)
Need to check your payslip online before you start your Christmas shopping?

Scientist awarded €150K prize for non-invasive cancer tests
(28 Nov 2012)
A scientist from The University of Manchester has been awarded a €150,000 (about £120,000) research prize for the development of scalpel-sparing tests for the diagnosis and management of cancer.

Rare live performance of Messiaen’s show-stopping song-cycle Harawi
(28 Nov 2012)
Free concert on Thursday 29 November (1.10-2.15pm) in The Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, The Martin Harris Centre for Music and Drama.

Staff benefits roadshow in the Simon Building today
(29 Nov 2012)
Come along and see how you can save money on your healthcare, shopping and childcare costs!

Help to keep bugs at bay with Boots Winter Flu Jab Service
(29 Nov 2012)
This year, the University has teamed up with Boots to offer you a discounted* flu vaccination for £11.04 (saving 15% off the standard £12.99 fee).

Staff benefits update
(29 Nov 2012)
It’s been a bumper week for discounts!

Pharmaceuticals and universities working together on multi million pound project
(29 Nov 2012)
Europe’s largest public-private partnership dedicated to the development of manufacturing sustainable pharmaceuticals has been launched. It’s being led by The University of Manchester and the pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline.

Leading cardiologist to head new Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences
(29 Nov 2012)
The University of Manchester has appointed a top cardiology professor to head up its new Institute of Cardiovascular Sciences in the Faculty of Medical and Human Sciences and to lead an initiative to further develop cardiac research in Manchester.

BBC documentary profiles the University's Professor of Creative Writing
(29 Nov 2012)
Jeanette Winterson is the subject of the latest programme in BBC One's 'Imagine' series on Tuesday 4 December (10.35pm).

New cross-city bus service
(29 Nov 2012)
Be one of the first to try new cross-city bus services.

Free lecture on archaeological geophysics at the Saqqara necropolis, Egypt
(29 Nov 2012)
Free event on Wednesday 5 December at The Manchester Museum.

Wear a red ribbon for World AIDS Day
(30 Nov 2012)
1 December is an opportunity for people worldwide to unite in the fight against HIV, show their support for people living with HIV and to commemorate people who have died.

£5.2M to improve understanding of aging immune system
(30 Nov 2012)
A team of researchers from the University of Manchester, working with the University of Warwick, have been awarded £5.2M to investigate our immune response and how it is affected by aging.

High-profile honour for Manchester Professor
(30 Nov 2012)
Douglas Kell named Fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS).

Graphene Grand Challenge
(30 Nov 2012)
£200,000 available for researchers across the campus

Training and information day for University event organisers
(30 Nov 2012)
On Thursday, 10 January 2013 (9.15am to 3pm)

Triple delight at biotech awards night
(30 Nov 2012)
University of Manchester researchers were celebrating a triple success last night after taking three of the eight top honours at the 11th annual Bionow awards for biomedical organisations in the north.