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Final year student wins multiple awards

Congratulations to undergraduate student, Rachel Kovacs, who has won a number of awards and has been shortlisted for some others.

Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) image of the protein binding to DNA
University of Sheffield scientists have used state-of-the-art imaging to see how a protein binds to DNA to help maintain both healthy and cancer cells. The discovery could help to find new chemotherapies whilst shielding healthy cells from side effects.

DNA discovery could shield key healthy cells from chemotherapy side effects

A new discovery of how cells maintain their DNA could help protect healthy cells from the side effects of chemotherapy.
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UK will be sitting on a ‘goldmine’ of rare magnets from recycling old wind turbines, say top engineers

Professor Joan Cordiner chairs the NEPC Materials and Net Zero Working Group, which commissioned and reviewed the report exploring the recovery and remanufacturing of neodymium from wind turbines.

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EYH winning team

Engineering You’re Hired students showcase innovation and creativity at the Engineers and Scientists in Business Final

The entrepreneurial talent and creativity of our students was celebrated at the 2026 Engineers and Scientists in Business Competition Final.
Hot Steel Moving Into Forging Machine

University of Sheffield researchers to transform UK steel and manufacturing

Two major new research hubs that are set to revolutionise UK steel and digital manufacturing, have been launched with the help of researchers from the University of Sheffield.
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University of Sheffield ranked within top 100 universities in QS World University Rankings

The University of Sheffield has been ranked within the top 100 universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2026, reaffirming its place as a leading global university for teaching and research excellence.
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PhD student awarded the Hammermen David K Harrison Student Prize

Ya He has been recognised for her work on teamwork in engineering and been awarded the Hammermen David K Harrison Student Prize.
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Vaginal mesh particles ‘could trigger autoimmune response even after removal'

The Independent reference research led by Dr Nicholas Farr. The research paper has been published in the journal Nature Reviews Urology.

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Professor Meihong Wang smiles as he stands in the Engineering Heartspace

Professor Meihong Wang honoured as Top Scholar by ScholarGPS

ScholarGPS recognises Top Scholars for their outstanding performance in various fields, disciplines, and specialties.