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Reflections on reputation

By Professor Koen Lamberts, President and Vice-Chancellor
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Golden Globe Race competitors support pioneering neuroscience research

The Golden Globe Race 2026 is helping to raise awareness and vital funds for pioneering neuroscience research at the University of Sheffield’s Institute for Translational Neuroscience (SITraN).
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Graham and Brenda Siddall with SITraN and UW Neuroscience staff

Transformational gift launches international partnership to accelerate motor neuron disease research

A landmark philanthropic gift from Dr Graham and Mrs Brenda Siddall will strengthen the existing partnership between the University of Sheffield and the University of Washington.
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Sheffield Propulsion Lab to power the next generation of aerospace innovation

A new rocket propulsion testing facility will place the University of Sheffield and the North of England at the forefront of propulsion research and innovation.
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Kerry Hart boxes for SITraN

In 2016 we heard from Kerry Hart, who was fundraising for the Sheffield Institute for Translational Neuroscience (SITraN), in memory of a friend who had recently died from Motor Neurone Disease (MND).
Ade Solanke with her Distinguished Alumni Award

Acclaimed writer receives Distinguished Alumni Award

Acclaimed screenwriter, playwright and Sheffield alumna Adeola ‘Ade’ Solanke (BA English Literature 1984) was honoured during graduation last week (Tuesday 19 July 2016) for her achievements in the Arts and presented with the Professor Robert Boucher Distinguished Alumni Award.
John Roach

Former Sheffield professor provides legacy of scholarships

A very generous legacy from a former member of staff will provide important scholarships for many years to come.
Alan taking on a Skydive in support of SITraN

Skydive for SITraN

The University is enormously grateful to Alan Moon, of Teesside, who has successfully completed a tandem Skydive in aid of the Sheffield Institute of Translational Neuroscience (SITraN).
Chancellor Lady Justice Rafferty

Chancellor's Lady Justice Anne Rafferty's installation speech

At the end of November the University officially installed Rt Hon Lady Justice Rafferty DBE as its new Chancellor during a ceremony in Firth Hall, taking over the position from Sir Peter Middleton who retired in the summer after 16 years in the role.