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July 2023 Issue Words by Enna Bartlett Image by Drew Forsyth Parkinson’s disease is the fastest growing neurological condition in the world and affects more than 145,000 people in the UK. There is still no cure. Our understanding of the condition, however, is expanding, and through the research of Perdita Barran, Professor of Mass Spectrometry at […]
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July 2023 Issue Words by Natasha Warren Images by Tim Heming and parkrun UK Chrissie Wellington OBE shares how embracing the unknown took her from running novice to four-time World Ironman Champion. “I am not an extraordinary person in my ability to endure,” says Chrissie Wellington, University alumna and four-time World Ironman Champion. “I believe
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July 2023 Issue Words by Leonie Jackson Manchester Museum reopened its doors to thousands of visitors in February 2023, following a £15 million renovation as part of the hello future project. Boasting 4.5 million objects, a stunning new exhibition hall and galleries dedicated to different cultures across the world, it has reaffirmed its place as one of
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July 2023 Issue Words by Emma Devany and Timothy Pickin Images by Russell Hart We meet alumnus Somdip Dey and current students Teya Fontaine, Adrian Ko, and Manya Girdhar; four inspiring entrepreneurs making their mark. The University has a strong tradition of fostering pioneering spirit and a sense of social responsibility in its students, staff
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July 2023 Issue Words by Professor Dame Nancy Rothwell, President and Vice-Chancellor At a time when every member of our University community, at home and abroad, faces their own challenges, it is more important than ever to celebrate our successes. By living our values of knowledge, wisdom, humanity, courage, academic freedom and pioneering spirit, Manchester
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“A strong family is the nucleus of every successful community, city, nation, and civilisation. It is heartening to be part of a community that shares the same mindset, ignites passion, and commits to imparting useful skills and creating opportunities that help sustain a family.” Marc Leong said. Mr. Marc Leong, Executive Vice President, Head of
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The University is the only institution in the world to rank in the top 10 in every year the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings have existed. The University of Manchester has today been named top in both the UK and Europe, and second in the world for meaningful contributions towards the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs) in
Ms. Miho Izumi is a veteran in the global education franchise business with a wealth of experience in Business Development and Business Advisory Consultancy. As the Chief Manager at GPC Gateway Pte Ltd, she takes on the role of an advisor to her clients who have plans for international business expansion, new market entry, business
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Conflict is a natural and inevitable part of human interactions, and it’s no different in the workplace. As a matter of fact, conflict is necessary and useful. With the right strategies and tools, it’s still possible to address conflicts effectively and create a supportive work environment where everyone can thrive. We’re thrilled that the local
Mr. Teo Teck Loon, Director, Head of Business Implementation and Change Management (Asia) at BNP Paribas Securities Services, is also the Vice President of the Manchester Business School Alumni Association of Singapore. Teck Loon has fond memories of his interactions with world-class C-suite and senior management professionals who were his MBA classmates. Today, he attributes
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