Humanities

University research explores how women in the Jewish Orthodox community have adapted their prayer practices during the pandemic.

Experts from Manchester and Salford have investigated the impact of lockdown on criminal behaviour.

A new briefing paper states that the UK lockdowns and enhancement of police powers have disproportionately harmed communities of colour.

Manchester experts are leading a project to develop motivational interviewing training for COVID-19 contact tracers.

A collection of research insights into the radical changes to local communities, health, the care system and the environment over the past 12 months.

A Manchester-led coalition will research COVID-19’s social and economic impact on racial and ethnic minority people.

Manchester Urban Ageing Research Group has been drawing on its expertise to respond to some of the big COVID-19 questions.

Experts examine the flaws in the UK scheme and give recommendations based on COVID-19 parental leave schemes in other countries.

Dr Deborah Ralls suggests that children and young people need to be key stakeholders in core urban decision-making processes.

Experts discuss the experiences of teenagers during UK lockdown and provide recommendations to support them going forward.

Experts discuss how appreciating key workers could lead to jobs that are safe, well remunerated and attractive as careers.

Professor Jill Rubery looks at how work sharing can reduce unemployment, improve gender equality, and benefit mental health.

Manchester academics are imploring policy makers to use the UK’s post-pandemic recovery to lead a positive green revolution.

Experts map the resilience across the UK in recovery from the financial crisis and suggest policies for after the COVID-19 crisis.

Experts examine how the government can improve its data to better protect public funds from fraudulent manipulation.

Experts discuss the challenges the sector is facing and suggest an alternative approach to providing support.

Experts reflect on how different areas have responded to the lockdown, and discuss key considerations that will shape post-pandemic transport.

Researchers at Manchester have examined the impact of COVID-19 in areas of multiple deprivation – and what needs to be done to provide residents with additional support.

New research by the University has found that people are still willing to protest at high rates, seemingly undaunted by the virus.

Professor Chris Phillipson has recommended a series of measures necessary to tackle the issues facing the care home sector.

Lessons learnt from Ebola outbreak are helping inform the response to COVID-19.

A Manchester group has created printable online materials to help medical staff on the frontline of the COVID-19 response.

Experts discuss the role of children’s play during lockdown in promoting positive mental health.

Research launched into how ethnic minority people with mental illness, and their carers, are coping during the pandemic.

Research shows deprived northern urban areas are being hit hardest by deaths and unemployment rates.

The app developed at Manchester provides strength and balance exercises to maintain physical wellbeing during isolation.

Experts discuss how a decade of austerity 'cleared the way' for COVID-19 in deprived urban areas. 

Dr Manuel del Nido explores the interdependency of lives and the economy, and what can be learnt from Argentina. 

Experts discuss the increased demand on the transport and logistics sector and the support necessary for drivers.

Manchester academics reveal the hidden threats impacting the professional and personal lives of healthcare workers during the COVID-19 crisis.

Experts discuss the disproportionate risk/reward equation key workers face during COVID-19. 

Dr Sheena Johnson comments on how COVID-19 is affecting haulage drivers, their mental health and the industry. 

Advice on practical and self-help tips has been published to support people with dementia and their carers facing isolation.

Manchester Urban Institute makes the case for keeping green spaces open and safe during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The University’s Urban Observatory is analysing a range of data to determine the impact of lockdown on our urban environment.

Manchester experts explore how COVID-19 measures affect various groups within the older population.

Dr Joy Furnival outlines why we need a pandemic recovery strategy – and key areas to consider in short and long term plans.

A Manchester psychologist gives tips for communicating with, and learning from, elder members of society during COVID-19.

Use online support networks to provide continuity and improve wellbeing during school closures, says Manchester academic.

Manchester experts explain the steps we can take to guard against cyber crime while working from home.

Joseph Lampel comments on different aspects of resilience in today’s society and applying them to the challenge of coronavirus. 

Manchester experts have joined the British Society of Gerontology in calling for a policy that doesn't differentiate the population by age.

Tune in to find out how Humanities researchers are working to understand the wide-ranging impacts of COVID-19 and the lockdown on our lives.