Events
Manchester Urban Institute (MUI) runs a wide variety of different events and activities and collaborates with a range of local, national, and global partners.
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Cultural dislocation and the politics of recognition - Gary Younge in conversation with Michèle Lamont
15:00 - 17:30 29 April 2025
Creative Manchester and the American Studies Department of the School of Arts, Languages and Cultures are delighted to welcome Michèle Lamont, Leverhulme Visiting Professor, for an in-conversation event with Gary Younge, award-winning journalist and Professor of Sociology at The University of Manchester. During this event Professors Michèle...
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Plant-Human Research Network - Postgraduate Mini-Symposium
11:00 - 15:30 19 May 2025
The Plant-Human Research Network is issuing a call for papers for the Postgraduate Mini-Symposium taking place on Monday 19th of May 2025, 11am-3pm, at The Firs Environmental Research Station. This Mini-Symposium is part of the Plant-Human Research Network Event Series, funded by CIDRAL. The purpose of this mini-symposium is to showcase the...
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Training Course on Visualisation & quantification of tomographic datasets
19 - 20 May 2025
A 2 day in person training course covering theory and computer-based practical works using the Thermo Scientific™ Amira-Avizo Software. Lab/synchrotron X-ray tomography has emerged as one of the most important techniques for research in a wide range of applications including healthcare, energy, food and geology. Advances in the quality of X-ray...
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TAI Lecture 2025: "Ethics, Regulation and Innovation on the Digital Frontier", with guest speaker Professor Chris Johnson
16:00 - 17:30 21 May 2025
This lecture will provide a comprehensive overview of the critical intersections between innovation, regulation, and trust in the realm of technology. Professor Chris Johnson will delve into the transformative power of technological advancements, the challenges of regulating artificial intelligence, and the strategic use of data in government....
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Digital Technology, Crime, and the Law Conference 2025
11 June 2025
Digital technology is becoming ubiquitous in our daily lives, shaping how we communicate, work, and interact. To build trust in technology, its design, development, and deployment must ensure security and safety. A sustainable digital future relies on frameworks that protect both systems and users. Date and Time: 11 June 2025 | 8.30AM - 5PM Location:...
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