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Success at the 44th Cement and Concrete Science Conference

Congratulations to PhD students Madeline and William who were awarded prizes in the ‘best student oral presentation’ category at this year’s Cement and Concrete Science Conference.

Brain-inspired neuromorphic computing

Researchers take a leading role in the new Innovation and Knowledge Centre for neuromorphic computing

The University of Sheffield, is set to play a leading role in the UK’s new Innovation and Knowledge Centre (IKC) for neuromorphic computing, following a £12.8 million investment from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).
The Mappin Building at The University of Sheffield

School of Chemical, Materials and Biological Engineering courses achieve top rankings in The Guardian University Guide 2026

Our courses have achieved fantastic results in the latest Guardian University Guide, recognised among the very best in the UK. These rankings reflect the hard work of our staff and students, as well as the strength of our teaching and research.
two men in hi-vis jackets shovel cement which is pouring from a tube

The green steel revolution is creating demand for new approaches to cement production, study finds

The UK’s race to reach net-zero is rapidly transforming two of its most carbon intensive industries – steel and cement. However new research warns that progress in one, could hinder the other with major implications on the nation’s climate strategy.
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.
Local community members with artisan products that have been crafted from waste biomass streams using the site's infrastructure

Integrated anaerobic digestion and solar technology: ECOSMART:2 - enabling sustainable energy access

ECOSMART:2 addresses the critical needs of last-mile communities in Sub Saharan Africa (SSA) by providing access to clean energy, promoting sustainable waste management, and supporting economic development.
Photovoltaic cells

Trading energy with neighbours could lower bills and carbon emissions, study suggests

Peer-to-peer energy trading - where customers can trade energy with each other rather than only buying it from one single supplier - could cut bills and carbon emissions, according to research from the University of Sheffield.
Netball team

GRAND slammers crowned campus champions!

The GRAND Slammers, the school's social netball team, have achieved a remarkable double victory, winning both the social netball league title and the post-season tournament championship.
Students who took part in the engineers for business final

Second year engineering students pitched ideas at 2025 Engineers in Business final

Six top teams from the University of Sheffield pitched innovative solutions in high-stakes competition.