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From life-saving medicines to greener manufacturing, Manchester researchers are turning natural processes into practical solutions.

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Earth and environmental sciences at Manchester

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Discover how studying Earth and environmental sciences can make a positive difference to the climate challenges facing us in today's world.
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Manchester scientist awarded 2026 ERC Starting Grant to pioneer a new window into the gases hidden beneath our feet

Manchester researcher named to MIT Technology Review's Innovators 35 Under 35 global list

“Peculiar” new species of Jurassic squid found in Wyoming

Harvesting rainwater from rooftops could help cities stay cool and cut the number of heatwave days

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Themes

Our research is split into themes: Earth and planetary science, Earth and society, and life on Earth.
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Centres and institutes

The Department is integral to the work of various centres and institutes around the University.
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Our people

Details of all academic staff and researchers across the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences.
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History and heritage

Earth sciences has a proud history at Manchester and has been studied here since 1851.

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Business engagement

The Department is open to working with businesses of all shapes and sizes.
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Social responsibility

In the Department we're committed to being socially responsible in all we do.
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