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Dragons and Sir Alan put off potential entrepreneurs, says Salford Business School study
The image of entrepreneurship given by TV shows like Dragons’ Den and The Apprentice is frequently misleading and putting some people off from starting their own business, according to research from Salford Business School.
Self-learning buildings will increase their energy efficiency
The University of Salford is part of a Europe-wide project to develop technologies which will allow buildings to optimise how they consume energy and resources, using wireless sensor technology and data mining methods that learn to optimise energy consumption, but maintain user comfort.
University launches new professional training company
The University of Salford has launched a new subsidiary company to provide learning and professional development for industry in the North West, UK and internationally.
Hogan heads Nicklaus as all-time greatest golfer, says leading sports statistician
It’s a question that regularly provokes lively debate at the ‘19th hole’ – who is the greatest golfer of all time?
New method makes life easier for drainage engineers
Following a survey of more than 100 sites across Greater Manchester, a University of Salford academic has developed an easy-to-use toolkit for determining the best systems to reduce the risk of flooding.
Polarisation prototype for most accurate, non-invasive imaging of cells yet
Researchers at the University of Salford have used a technique based on the polarisation of light to demonstrate highly sensitive measurements of cardiovascular cell dynamics which could lead to a working machine conducting the most accurate, non-invasive imaging of cells yet.
Chance to win an MBA scholarship!
Salford Business School is offering four full-fee scholarships to talented managers who display ambition, drive and a determination to develop themselves and their organisations.
Landmark digital and media college to open at MediaCityUK
The Department for Education announced on Tuesday that they will be supporting the development of a new University Technical College at MediaCityUK, Salford Quays. This landmark UTC will work directly with some of the most prestigious names in the digital and media industry to revolutionise the way young people develop crucial skills and pathways to jobs.
Colin McCallum appointed as Executive Director, University Advancement
Today the University of Salford is pleased to announce the appointment of Colin McCallum to the role of Executive Director, University Advancement, responsible for managing and developing the fundraising, alumni relations and events management teams.
Minister visits Salford’s Energy Hub as first students graduate
Energy Minister, Charles Hendry, visited Salford yesterday to see how the University is combining training and cutting-edge technology to meet the UK’s carbon emissions targets and reduce fuel poverty.
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