Research centres
The School is home to a number of major research centres, including:
Materials Performance Centre
The Materials Performance Centre (MPC) is one of four University Research Alliances managed by Nexia Solutions for the NDA.
Northwest Composites Centre
The Northwest Composites Centre was established by the Universities of Bolton, Lancaster, Liverpool and Manchester to create a centre of international scientific reputation to the benefit of industry.
University of Manchester Aerospace Research Institute
The Aerospace Research Institute plays a vital role in positioning the University of Manchester at the forefront of international aerospace research and aims to become a major pillar of strength in the University's aim to be world leading before 2015.