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New immersive walking app uncovers Sheffield’s hidden Jewish heritage

A new interactive walking app is transforming the streets of Sheffield into a digital heritage trail to recover the untold stories of the city's Jewish community thanks to a partnership between University researchers and Llama Digital

The robot in action

Novel robot to prioritise human safety in high-risk environments

A next-generation robot allowing operators to perform precision-led operations in the world’s most extreme danger zones is the challenge being met by manufacturing design engineers at the University of Sheffield AMRC.
A panel at the South Yorkshire Innovation Summit
Richard Stubbs, Chief Executive of Health Innovation Yorkshire and Humber, Alex McLaughlin, Deputy Director of Innovation and Growth Office of Life Sciences and Oliver Coppard, Mayor of South Yorkshire (credit Ross Jarman)

South Yorkshire leaders unite to advance region's £3.3bn life sciences sector

Leaders from government, the NHS, life sciences and both Sheffield universities united for a Summit aimed at unlocking South Yorkshire's potential and positioning the region at the forefront of the UK’s £100 billion life sciences sector.
Craft alcohol report

Scale of Sheffield's independent alcohol economy revealed as city's artisans turn away from 'craft' label

A new report has revealed the impressive scale of Sheffield’s independent drinks scene, estimating that 42% of its specialised alcohol outlets are independently owned or operated.

SYDHH Director Tim Chico gives a presentation.

South Yorkshire Digital Health Hub: a year of community building and innovation

Twelve months in, the South Yorkshire Digital Health Hub (SYDHH) is making strides along the road to addressing the stark health inequalities that exist across the region.
Team members stand with members of Sheffield City Council

The Centre for Machine Intelligence discusses prospects for future collaboration with Sheffield City Council

The Centre for Machine Intelligence welcomed The Centre welcomed Sheffield City Council Chief Executive Kate Josephs and Leader of the Council Councillor Tom Hunt to meet some to discuss areas of collaboration for future projects.

SYIP launch shot

New £3 million programme launched to support South Yorkshire innovation

The South Yorkshire Innovation Programme (SYIP) has been officially launched to help regional organisations to innovate, accelerate, and grow
Llama digital app

University of Sheffield helps fuel Llama Digital's growth

Llama Digital, a leading innovator in Bluetooth beacon technology, harnessed University of Sheffield expertise to scale its location-aware app platform, Situate.

A view of Winnats Pass from olden times

Explore the Peak District's hidden history and more as Being Human Festival returns

The Being Human Festival is an annual celebration of the humanities, taking place across the UK. This year, the University of Sheffield is joining in the festivities with a range of exciting events.