Engineering sciences - Architecture & Buildings
Exhibition celebrates works of Manchester City Architect’s Department
A new landmark exhibition has opened in the first floor gallery of Manchester Central Library which celebrates the contribution that the City Architects made to Manchester and its citizens over the 101 years of the Department.
A 200-year story in the making: New publications released to commemorate UCL’s Bicentenary
Three new books have been released to mark UCL's 200th anniversary, tracing two centuries of ground-breaking discoveries, architectural history, and generational stories of staff and student life.
Buildings on the Quad to close from 4pm on 10-13 February 2026
As we prepare to welcome guests to UCL-s Bicentennial celebrations, buildings and areas leading directly onto the Quad will close at 4pm on 10-13 February.
Gibb leads on shared understanding of housing affordability
A new report, based on findings from the Scottish Government's Short Life Working Group (SLWG) 2022-2024 and chaired by the University of Glasgow's Professor Kenneth Gibb, shares nine key recommendations proposed to help Scotland achieve a shared understanding of housing affordability.
Lack of coordination is leaving modern slavery victims and survivors vulnerable, say experts
Researchers at The University of Manchester are calling for stronger, coordinated partnerships to tackle modern slavery and human trafficking, warning that gaps between organisations risk leaving victims and survivors without consistent protection and support.
Analysis: Vancouver built up fast - but now its older towers face an earthquake reckoning
Writing for The Conversation, Preetish Krakoty (UCL Civil, Environmental and Geomatic Engineering) explores the potential constructional weaknesses of concrete high-rises built in Vancouver, Canada in the mid-20th century.
Gordon Street to close for resurfacing works on 15-16 December 2025
From Monday, 15 to Tuesday, 16 December, Gordon Street will not be available for vehicles due to the upcoming road resurfacing works. Pedestrian access to the buildings on Gordon Street will be maintained throughout.
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