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UK-wide aphasia project awarded £3.8 million to improve post-stroke communication

A new University of Sheffield research project that aims to improve communication between people with aphasia and their communication partners has been awarded over £3.8 million in funding
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Pioneering data and AI advancements helping to deliver the NHS’s future vision

The University of Sheffield is pioneering advancements in data and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve healthcare and tackle health inequalities and will play a critical role in helping the government deliver its new 10-year plan for the NHS.

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Sheffield ranked top of Russell Group for third year in National Student Survey

The University of Sheffield remains top of the Russell Group in the latest National Student Survey, published today (9 July 2025). The University was also rated top in the Russell Group for teaching in Ophthalmics (BMedSci Orthoptics) and Nursing.
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Tracey Moore: A Career Built on Care, Leadership and Lifelong Learning

When Tracey began her career as a clerical officer at Trent Regional Health Authority in the late 1970s, she couldn't have predicted that one day she would be leading the Faculty of Health at one of the UK’s top universities.
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University students recognised in International Nurses Day

International Nurses Day is celebrated around the world every May 12, the anniversary of Florence Nightingale's birth.
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University of Sheffield celebrates International Day of the Midwife

International Day of the Midwife is celebrated each year on 5 May. This is a chance for midwives to celebrate their profession and for us to recognise their contribution to maternal and new born health.
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Local hospital Trust announces student placement pledge with UNISON

Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH) are working in partnership with UNISON to help healthcare students, including students at the University of Sheffield, to make the most of their clinical placements.

| Published by Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH)
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Our research is helping universities to improve support for care experienced students

Dr Katie Ellis has been leading a research project with care experienced University students in England and Wales. We explore the project’s recommendations and take a look at what we’re doing here at Sheffield to support care leavers.

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National award for Sheffield researchers who revolutionised teaching for the next generation of speech language therapists

Sheffield researchers who revolutionised teaching for the next generation of speech and language therapists during the pandemic have been recognised with a prestigious national award.