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A 3D tomography image of PP mesh
The University of Sheffield-led study found PP mesh fibres became stiffer and showed signs of degradation 60 days after implantation, as seen in this 3D tomography image.

Vaginal mesh scandal: new evidence reveals further failings

New evidence of the failings of the material at the centre of the vaginal mesh scandal has been revealed by a major study by researchers at the University of Sheffield.
Demi infront of a slide showing 'Welcome to the BGN Hackathon'

Computer Science student wins at Google hackathon

At the recent Google BGN (Black Googler Network) hackathon, Folademilade Oyeleke, a 3rd year student studying Computer Science, and her team were amongst the winners for their project built around the theme of gamification of education.
Two researchers looking at a handheld tablet in a lab

New vaccine-making process could transform pandemic response

Researchers at the University of Sheffield have been awarded funding for their infectious disease technology that could make life-saving vaccines more readily available to the world.
Engineering Heartspace building entrance
Engineering Heartspace entrance

Sheffield Engineering Subjects Ranked Among the UK's Top 10 in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

Following on from the success in The Guardian and The Mail 2025 league tables, Engineering at Sheffield subjects have been ranked amongst the best by The Times and The Sunday Times.

Skys the limit

Smash the barriers to your dream job in construction, Dame Julie tells schoolgirls

Rotherham’s best-known businesswoman Dame Julie Kenny CBE has urged schoolgirls not to let sexism stand in their career path.
Professor Joan Cordiner
Professor Joan Cordiner

Prestigious Royal Society of Edinburgh fellowship for Sheffield Engineering professor
Butterfly by led lights

New University of Sheffield spin-out company developing game-changing micro-LED technology

A new spin-out company from the University of Sheffield that is developing the next generation of micro-LED technology has officially launched this week (4 February 2020). The company is harnessing research from our Department of Electronic and Electrical Engineering - a world leader in semiconductor materials and devices.
Dr Claire Corkhill - Reader in the Department of Materials Science and Engineering

University of Sheffield engineers chosen to advise government on nuclear waste management

Professor Neil Hyatt and Dr Claire Corkhill are set to support the development of policy and strategy for the safe long-term management of the UK radioactive waste inventory
Graphic image of a semiconductor

University of Sheffield launches Quantum centre to develop the technologies of tomorrow

University of Sheffield launches new research centre to revolutionise computing, communication, sensing and imaging technologies