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Alistair McClymont, artist: "The Fragility of Art as Science"

17:00 - 18:30 2 October 2014
McClymont makes his own ‘science machines’ with beguiling outcomes: like a raindrop that never falls. http://www.alistairmcclymont.com/

Atmospheres - CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

23 September 2014 - 12 January 2015
Atmospheres play a significant role in, and add an important quality to, our intimate, domestic and public lives, yet are often overlooked in social research, not least because of the…

B.15:45 Architecture modelmaking exhibition: Celebrating 45 years of the B.15 modelmaking workshop

1 September 2014 - 31 December 2015
2015 marks 45 years of the Kantorowich B.15 modelmaking workshop at The University of Manchester. The B.15:45 exhibition is a retrospective look at the last 45 years of modelmaking…

CMIST Short Course :: Introductory :: Introduction to Data Analysis 1

2 October 2014
This course provides an introduction to the theory and methods of quantitative data analysis, focussing on the social survey. It has an emphasis on hands-on learning, with a series…

Communities in Communication

17 July - 21 December 2014
The Middle Ages are commonly seen as a time of widespread ignorance and prejudice, but diversity and multiculturalism are not modern inventions. Perhaps surprisingly, examples can be…

Echo and Narcissus

11 August 2014 - 9 January 2015
Each of the mirrors in this body of work is dedicated to a literary heroine, provoking reflections of the feminine on several, potentially fragmented, levels. The statements etched…

Ehrhardt Seminar: Ben Williams (JRRI) - Early Modern Jewish and Christian Readers of Midrash

14:00 - 16:00 2 October 2014
The Ehrhardt Seminar from the Centre for Biblical Studies. 90 minutes followed by tea.

Explorer tour

15:00 - 16:00 2 October 2014
Ever wondered where some of the Library doors and staircases lead to? Then this is the tour for you!

Giving it Wigan: Norman Nicholson at 100

25 July - 14 December 2014
In celebration of writer Norman Nicholson’s centenary, this display draws on the Library’s extensive archive to tell stories of his life and work. Born in Cumbria, Nicholson drew inspiration…

GM AHSN Technology Innovation Challenge | Nutrition and Hydration | Launch Event - Salford University

12:00 - 13:30 2 October 2014
'''Host:''' Institute of Inflammation and Repair '''About the event:''' The events are to launch the Greater Manchester Academic Health Science Networks Innovation Call in the research…

Harmonious society

27 September - 23 November 2014
A major exhibition of new commissions and UK premieres shown across Manchester city centre. The John Rylands Library, in partnership with Centre for Chinese Contemporary Art (CFCCA),…

History Research Seminar - Chris Wickham, ‘Administrators’ Time: the social memory of the early-medieval state in Iraq and China

16:15 - 18:30 2 October 2014
History Department Research Seminar, 2014-15 All Welcome! Chris Wickham (Oxford), ‘Administrators’ Time: the social memory of the early-medieval state in Iraq and China

Imprinting the Imagination: Northern Renaissance Prints from the Holtorp Collection

8 May - 26 October 2014
Imprinting the Imagination delves into the world of the sixteenth-century printed image. This small but captivating show, including works by artists such as Hans Burgkmair, Albrecht…

Kat Molesworth (Manchester): 'Perception and Self-depiction in Lycophron’s Alexandra.'

16:55 - 18:30 2 October 2014
University of Manchester, Classics and Ancient History Research Seminars. Samuel Alexander Bdg, S2.9, Thursday 4.55pm. Everyone is invited to join the speaker for drinks and dinner…

Katan Alder (Manchester) - "Power and Empowerment: Hinduism, Nationalism and Seva (Service) in Contemporary India"

16:00 - 17:30 2 October 2014
The Religions and Theology seminar series.

Manchester Immunology Group Seminar 2nd of October - Prof. Francesco Colucci

12:00 - 13:00 2 October 2014
Dear everyone, In the next seminar of Manchester Immunology Group our guest Prof. Francesco Colluci from the University of Cambridge will present a talk 'The Double Life of Killer…

Manchester Museum Tour - Audio descriptive

15:00 - 16:00 2 October 2014
3pm. For people who have a visual impairment.

MAP Personal Statement Drop Ins

2 October 2014
The Manchester Access Programme (MAP) is a structured scheme for local post-16 students who meet specific academic and background criteria. The aim of the programme is to support entry…

Men Who Like Women Who Smell Of Their Jobs

1 October 2014 - 31 January 2015
The dark humour and weird logic of David Gaffney’s critically acclaimed Sawn-off Tales series meets the warped gothic fables of internationally exhibited contemporary visual artist…

Novel channels for reaching, treating and motivating underserved smokers to quit smoking

16:00 - 17:15 2 October 2014
'''Host:''' School of Psychological Sciences Tobacco use is the leading cause of death in the UK. Smoking rates are particularly high among low income and underserved groups, such…

The Whitworth closure for major development work

2 September 2013 - 14 February 2015
The Whitworth reopens on Saturday 14 February 2015. The gallery is currently closed in order to carry out major development work, transforming the Gallery into a new 21st century Gallery…

Toddler Tales

10:30 - 11:30 2 October 2014
Come and join us in our cosy corner and pull up a cushion. Enjoy great stories, songs and other fun activities. Just drop in! Suitable for ages 0 - 5

Translation Studies Seminar Series 2014/15

14:00 - 15:20 2 October 2014
Challenging beliefs about cloud computing and big data Speaker: Anne-Charlotte Perrigaud, Catholic University of Rennes

Two tales of governing collaboration in Europé: ESF and its member organisations

13:00 - 14:00 2 October 2014
One of the most persistent changes in the governance of public science in Europe since the 1990s has been the shift in most countries to a greater reliance on competitive allocation…

Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert Series - Music in Time of War

13:10 - 14:00 2 October 2014
Lionel Handy (cello) Nigel Clayton (piano) Debussy Cello sonata D minor (1915) Bax Folk Tale (1918) Martinu Sonata No. 2 (1941) Debussy’s late masterpiece was one…

Whitworth Park: Pleasure, Play and Politics

24 May - 5 October 2014
This exhibition examines and explores how the role of Manchester’s Whitworth Park has changed over time. The displays are the result of a local archaeology project and the myriad of…

Whitworth: Past, Present & Future tour - Saturday dates for autumn and winter

11:00 7 June 2014 - 12:00 17 January 2015
On Saturdays: Saturday 6 Dec 11am – 12noon, Saturday 17 Jan 11am – 12noon. *Tours start at The Anchor, 508 Moss Lane East • Which historic areas of the building are being restored…

Whitworth: Past, Present & Future tour - Thursday dates for autumn and winter

12:15 5 June - 13:00 4 December 2014
On Thursdays: Thursday 4 Dec 12.15pm – 1pm, Thursday 15 Jan 12.15pm – 1pm. *Tours start at The Anchor, 508 Moss Lane East. • Which historic areas of the building are being restored…

‘Latin Fever’ Dance Classes

13:05 24 September - 14:00 19 November 2014
Learn to Dance “Strictly Style” Wed. 24 September – Wed. 19 November 2014 Due to popular demand we’re bringing Ballroom back to the Martin Harris Centre! Would you like to learn the…

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