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Tracey Moore at Medilink Awards
Professor Tracey Moore, Interim Vice President and Head of the University’s Faculty of Health

University of Sheffield’s life sciences innovation celebrated at prestigious awards

The University of Sheffield’s world-leading research and its role in championing innovation across the UK’s life sciences sector have been recognised at a prestigious awards ceremony.
University of Sheffield Pool and Snooker Club at the Crucible for the World Championships

Sheffield Loves Snooker - why students are delighted it's here to stay

A student sports club is proving that Sheffield’s love of snooker is stronger than ever, with members heading to the Crucible to meet the world’s top 16 players during the tournament’s high-profile launch.
Sarah Champion MP, Defence Minister Luke Pollard, Tom McCready, head of the machining group at the AMRC, and South Yorkshire Mayor, Oliver Coppard looking at a machine component at the University of Sheffield AMRC's Factory of the Future
Sarah Champion MP, Defence Minister Luke Pollard, Tom McCready, head of the machining group at the AMRC, and South Yorkshire Mayor, Oliver Coppard, at the University of Sheffield AMRC where research supports various UK industries, including defence.

Defence Minister praises University of Sheffield’s role in supporting UK security through R&D

The University of Sheffield was praised for supporting the UK’s defence sector through its world leading research, innovation and skills programmes by the Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry, Luke Pollard, during a visit to South Yorkshire.
Skyline of houses

Landmark report reveals priorities for South Yorkshire’s net-zero future

Over 600,000 homes across the region require energy-efficiency retrofits to meet the government's 2050 net-zero target, a landmark report on the future of sustainability in South Yorkshire has found.
Google event

South Yorkshire Digital Health Hub unveils Google investment to tackle health inequalities and drive economic growth

The South Yorkshire Digital Health Hub has today (1 February 2024) unveiled investment in health tech research and training by Google, to help tackle inequalities in the region and drive economic growth.
doctor holding hands with patient

Stroke experts to test emerging nerve stimulation treatment in £2m trial

A new treatment designed to improve arm weakness caused by stroke, led by researchers from the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, is to undergo a trail in the city.

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Sheffield creatives to shape new vision for culture in the city

Sheffield creatives, including makers, musicians, artists, and designers, are being invited to help shape a groundbreaking new culture strategy for the city.
Professor Mohamed Pourkashanian from the University of Sheffield giving a speech at the opening of the Energy Innovation Centre
Professor Mohamed Pourkashanian, Managing Director of the Energy Innovation Centre at the University of Sheffield, speaking at the opening of the centre.

University of Sheffield Energy Innovation Centre, with Boeing as a founding member, opened by Lord Callanan

A new centre that enables businesses to carry out innovative research and development projects with some of the largest and most exciting equipment in Europe, has opened at the University of Sheffield.
Future Greens co-founder Gabriele giving a talk to students

Future Greens: graduates secure six-figure investment for vertical farming revolution

A group of recent University of Sheffield graduates are set to transform the world of vertical farming after securing a six figure investment for their sustainable startup.