Alistair Beech
@alistairbeech.bsky.social
Communications professional at The University of Manchester - @manchester.ac.uk
Looking to learn and connect with UoM colleagues and PR/digital Comms pros.
Looking to learn and connect with UoM colleagues and PR/digital Comms pros.
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From Manchester for the world.
We are proud to launch our bold strategy to 2035. Together, we're redefining what a great civic University looks like for the 21st century.
Visit our webpage to explore our ambition in full: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/manche...
We are proud to launch our bold strategy to 2035. Together, we're redefining what a great civic University looks like for the 21st century.
Visit our webpage to explore our ambition in full: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/manche...
October 16, 2025 at 8:59 AM
From Manchester for the world.
We are proud to launch our bold strategy to 2035. Together, we're redefining what a great civic University looks like for the 21st century.
Visit our webpage to explore our ambition in full: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/manche...
We are proud to launch our bold strategy to 2035. Together, we're redefining what a great civic University looks like for the 21st century.
Visit our webpage to explore our ambition in full: www.manchester.ac.uk/about/manche...
'Scientists who engage with the media often end up trusting and respecting science journalists' - a great read from @sciencemediacentre.bsky.social on playing the long game in #scicomms
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Playing the long game: lessons from the mito story | Science Media Centre
www.sciencemediacentre.org
August 18, 2025 at 10:50 AM
'Scientists who engage with the media often end up trusting and respecting science journalists' - a great read from @sciencemediacentre.bsky.social on playing the long game in #scicomms
www.sciencemediacentre.org/playing-the-...
www.sciencemediacentre.org/playing-the-...
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Introducing the UK's first cross-city innovation partnership with @cam.ac.uk.
University collaboration is better than competition to boost innovation.
Professor Deborah Prentice and Professor @duncanivison.bsky.social write @timeshighered.bsky.social.
www.timeshighereducation.com/opinion/univ...
University collaboration is better than competition to boost innovation.
Professor Deborah Prentice and Professor @duncanivison.bsky.social write @timeshighered.bsky.social.
www.timeshighereducation.com/opinion/univ...
July 16, 2025 at 8:16 AM
Introducing the UK's first cross-city innovation partnership with @cam.ac.uk.
University collaboration is better than competition to boost innovation.
Professor Deborah Prentice and Professor @duncanivison.bsky.social write @timeshighered.bsky.social.
www.timeshighereducation.com/opinion/univ...
University collaboration is better than competition to boost innovation.
Professor Deborah Prentice and Professor @duncanivison.bsky.social write @timeshighered.bsky.social.
www.timeshighereducation.com/opinion/univ...
Nice collection from @timeshighered.bsky.social for @manchester.ac.uk folk on learning from social media trends and features.
www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/what-...
www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/what-...
a man with his eyes closed says i am a bit of a social butterfly
ALT: a man with his eyes closed says i am a bit of a social butterfly
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July 18, 2025 at 4:05 PM
Nice collection from @timeshighered.bsky.social for @manchester.ac.uk folk on learning from social media trends and features.
www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/what-...
www.timeshighereducation.com/campus/what-...
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Behind the scenes at graduation... 🎓
From the sounds of the Whitworth Hall organ to a guard of honour as you make your way back to the Old Quad, these clips capture some of our favourite moments on campus.
From the sounds of the Whitworth Hall organ to a guard of honour as you make your way back to the Old Quad, these clips capture some of our favourite moments on campus.
July 15, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Behind the scenes at graduation... 🎓
From the sounds of the Whitworth Hall organ to a guard of honour as you make your way back to the Old Quad, these clips capture some of our favourite moments on campus.
From the sounds of the Whitworth Hall organ to a guard of honour as you make your way back to the Old Quad, these clips capture some of our favourite moments on campus.
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What a way to celebrate Manchester’s cosmic legacy 🤩
Students from our Physics Society have constructed a remarkable 30,500-piece LEGO model of the iconic Lovell Telescope at Jodrell Bank.
@jodrellbank.bsky.social
Students from our Physics Society have constructed a remarkable 30,500-piece LEGO model of the iconic Lovell Telescope at Jodrell Bank.
@jodrellbank.bsky.social
June 27, 2025 at 7:28 AM
What a way to celebrate Manchester’s cosmic legacy 🤩
Students from our Physics Society have constructed a remarkable 30,500-piece LEGO model of the iconic Lovell Telescope at Jodrell Bank.
@jodrellbank.bsky.social
Students from our Physics Society have constructed a remarkable 30,500-piece LEGO model of the iconic Lovell Telescope at Jodrell Bank.
@jodrellbank.bsky.social
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Here's the total attention to 2025 publications on both X/Twitter and Bluesky. Bluesky has two thirds of Twitter's attention with >10 times fewer users.
June 26, 2025 at 11:53 AM
Here's the total attention to 2025 publications on both X/Twitter and Bluesky. Bluesky has two thirds of Twitter's attention with >10 times fewer users.
Another biggie for academics and researchers getting on the @bsky.app wagon
The trend is still in Bluesky's favour. X is still larger but very regularly Bluesky easily eclipses it in terms of research being shared.
Linda Yaccarino claimed X had 600m users in April. Bluesky has 36m accounts created in total.
Linda Yaccarino claimed X had 600m users in April. Bluesky has 36m accounts created in total.
June 26, 2025 at 11:50 AM
Another biggie for academics and researchers getting on the @bsky.app wagon
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We’re thrilled to share that we've been ranked 35th globally and 7th in the UK in the QS World University Rankings #QSWUR.
Highlight: we scored an incredible 99.5 in the International Student Diversity category - a testament to our global community.
#UniversityofManchester #UoM
Highlight: we scored an incredible 99.5 in the International Student Diversity category - a testament to our global community.
#UniversityofManchester #UoM
Manchester retains leading global position in QS World University Rankings
The University of Manchester has retained its position among the world’s leading universities, according to new rankings announced on Thursday 19 June.The annual QS World University Rankings evaluate ...
www.manchester.ac.uk
June 19, 2025 at 7:00 AM
We’re thrilled to share that we've been ranked 35th globally and 7th in the UK in the QS World University Rankings #QSWUR.
Highlight: we scored an incredible 99.5 in the International Student Diversity category - a testament to our global community.
#UniversityofManchester #UoM
Highlight: we scored an incredible 99.5 in the International Student Diversity category - a testament to our global community.
#UniversityofManchester #UoM
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💜 We’re proud to share that The University of Manchester has been ranked 1st in the UK and Europe and 2nd in the world for social and environmental impact in the 2025 #THEglobalimpact Rankings.
#THEUniRankings @timeshighered.bsky.social
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/u...
#THEUniRankings @timeshighered.bsky.social
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/u...
June 18, 2025 at 7:30 AM
💜 We’re proud to share that The University of Manchester has been ranked 1st in the UK and Europe and 2nd in the world for social and environmental impact in the 2025 #THEglobalimpact Rankings.
#THEUniRankings @timeshighered.bsky.social
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/u...
#THEUniRankings @timeshighered.bsky.social
www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/u...
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Pep Guardiola reflects on receiving an honorary degree, in conversation with President and Vice-Chancellor @duncanivison.bsky.social
Pep shares insights on leadership, education, and the values that have shaped his journey - on and off the @mancity.com pitch.
youtu.be/sgibgzrqdqQ
Pep shares insights on leadership, education, and the values that have shaped his journey - on and off the @mancity.com pitch.
youtu.be/sgibgzrqdqQ
🎓 Pep Guardiola Honorary Degree Q&A at The University of Manchester
YouTube video by The University of Manchester
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June 13, 2025 at 11:10 AM
Pep Guardiola reflects on receiving an honorary degree, in conversation with President and Vice-Chancellor @duncanivison.bsky.social
Pep shares insights on leadership, education, and the values that have shaped his journey - on and off the @mancity.com pitch.
youtu.be/sgibgzrqdqQ
Pep shares insights on leadership, education, and the values that have shaped his journey - on and off the @mancity.com pitch.
youtu.be/sgibgzrqdqQ
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Manchester... "it's part of my bones. I get it." 💜
We sat down with Pep Guardiola, manager of @mancity.com, to chat about what it means to receive an honorary doctorate from The University of Manchester, the importance of doing what you love, and why Manchester means so much to him.
We sat down with Pep Guardiola, manager of @mancity.com, to chat about what it means to receive an honorary doctorate from The University of Manchester, the importance of doing what you love, and why Manchester means so much to him.
June 9, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Manchester... "it's part of my bones. I get it." 💜
We sat down with Pep Guardiola, manager of @mancity.com, to chat about what it means to receive an honorary doctorate from The University of Manchester, the importance of doing what you love, and why Manchester means so much to him.
We sat down with Pep Guardiola, manager of @mancity.com, to chat about what it means to receive an honorary doctorate from The University of Manchester, the importance of doing what you love, and why Manchester means so much to him.
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We’re proud to award an honorary doctorate to Pep Guardiola for his incredible impact on Manchester - on and off the pitch. @mancity.com
June 9, 2025 at 7:33 PM
We’re proud to award an honorary doctorate to Pep Guardiola for his incredible impact on Manchester - on and off the pitch. @mancity.com
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Share videos on LinkedIn
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May 7, 2025 at 11:59 AM
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Slicing an onion releases tear-inducing chemicals into the air, but the sharpness of the knife and the speed of the cut can affect how these droplets are expelled
Physicists reveal the secret to chopping onions without crying
Slicing an onion releases tear-inducing chemicals into the air, but the sharpness of the knife and the speed of the cut can affect how these droplets are expelled
www.newscientist.com
May 15, 2025 at 6:41 PM
Slicing an onion releases tear-inducing chemicals into the air, but the sharpness of the knife and the speed of the cut can affect how these droplets are expelled
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Good morning, Bluesky! 🌞
Today's question: What inspires your research? Are there moments, people or ideas that drive your work?
#BlueskyBreakfastClub
Today's question: What inspires your research? Are there moments, people or ideas that drive your work?
#BlueskyBreakfastClub
May 15, 2025 at 8:09 AM
Good morning, Bluesky! 🌞
Today's question: What inspires your research? Are there moments, people or ideas that drive your work?
#BlueskyBreakfastClub
Today's question: What inspires your research? Are there moments, people or ideas that drive your work?
#BlueskyBreakfastClub
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You simply can't beat sunny days on campus 😍☀️
May 13, 2025 at 11:05 AM
You simply can't beat sunny days on campus 😍☀️
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Why the FT video team is producing longer videos, less often, which are targeted firmly at serving subscribers (but are also made available for free on Youtube)
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Why the Financial Times has gone long with video
Financial Times global head of video Veronica Kan-Dapaah explains the FT long-form video strategy on its platforms versus Youtube.
pressgazette.co.uk
May 8, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Why the FT video team is producing longer videos, less often, which are targeted firmly at serving subscribers (but are also made available for free on Youtube)
pressgazette.co.uk/publishers/b...
pressgazette.co.uk/publishers/b...
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The European Union has unveiled a €500 million scientific research package to “make Europe a magnet for researchers”, including new seven-year “supergrants” to attract the “best and brightest” scientists from around the world, reports @jgro-the.bsky.social
#AcademicSky
#AcademicSky
Seven-year ‘supergrants’ to make Europe ‘magnet for researchers’
European Commission president Ursula von der Leyen steps up efforts to attract American academics while taking aim at Trump’s ‘miscalculation’ of failing to support research
www.timeshighereducation.com
May 6, 2025 at 1:00 PM
The European Union has unveiled a €500 million scientific research package to “make Europe a magnet for researchers”, including new seven-year “supergrants” to attract the “best and brightest” scientists from around the world, reports @jgro-the.bsky.social
#AcademicSky
#AcademicSky
Useful one pager on sharing videos on LinkedIn, including safe zones to place text www.linkedin.com/help/linkedi...
Share videos on LinkedIn | LinkedIn Help
Share videos on LinkedIn
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May 7, 2025 at 11:59 AM
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Most Americans frequently use federal science information. But few are concerned that cuts to federal science spending could affect their access to such information, a new poll finds.
Most Americans use federal science information on a weekly basis, a new poll finds
Most Americans frequently use federal science information. But few are concerned that cuts to federal science spending could affect their access to such information, a new poll finds.
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May 6, 2025 at 10:46 AM
Most Americans frequently use federal science information. But few are concerned that cuts to federal science spending could affect their access to such information, a new poll finds.
80 per cent of consumers now rely on AI-written results for at least 40 per cent of their searches, reducing organic web traffic by up to 25 per cent.
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Brands target AI chatbots as users switch from Google search
Ad agencies adopt new strategies to ensure clients appear in results produced by OpenAI’s ChatGPT and Anthropic’s Claude
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May 6, 2025 at 10:22 AM
80 per cent of consumers now rely on AI-written results for at least 40 per cent of their searches, reducing organic web traffic by up to 25 per cent.
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My Unemployment Journey - Job Hunting at 45
YouTube video by The Mid Life Reboot
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April 23, 2025 at 12:31 PM