Student Start-ups

Explore our network and be inspired from fellow University of Sheffield entrepreneurs. We believe that being enterprising is the key to success and will empower the next generation to positively transform our world.

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Small studio, big dream - Establishing a Photography Studio in Sheffield

Sheffield Alumni, Jimmy Wong and Amus Tse have crafted their creative talents into a successful business in the heart of the city. The dui are chasing their photography dream by providing professional photography services to customers. Find out how it all started.

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Former PhD student launches Startup to revolutionise rail maintenance

During his research studies, Ben identified a problem within the rail industry. After joining the pre-accelerator programme run by Emerge, their device has been used for UK and European rail inspections. Find out about their journey from student to start-up founder.

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Moving towards success! MoveCritic wins international IEEE Conference

Encouraged by their success of becoming finalists in the recent Emerge Awards Showcase, the health app start-up is making waves within the global IEEE community. Hear from the team about their recent activity.

Soul Kitchen: The perfect recipe for launching a business at University

Bella Acland Founder of Soul Kitchen , Emerge: Be enterprising member

After inventing the business idea during a Western Bank study session, Bella Acland is launching Soul Kitchen into the UK healthy food market. Find out how engaging in the University enterprising community helped Bella develop her product.

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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.

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From Messy Flat to Genius App: Student Creates HOMEi to End Shared Living Struggles

James Dudson Founder of Homei, Emerge: Be enterprising member

Emerge community member, James, shares his story about setting up a new business. Read more about the challenges and support required to get a start-up off the ground.

Innovating the Research Funding and Publishing Industry - Open Research Shop Gears Up for Launch

Ben Pinder Founder of Open Research Shop , UoS Alumni

University of Sheffield alumni, Ben Pinder, is revolutionising the way research funding, publishing and access are handled. Learn more about his new company, Open Research Shop, and the commitment involved setting up a new venture.

Emerging Inventors: Winners of Summer Creators Grant Revealed

A trio of talented University of Sheffield students have been awarded £1,000 each to develop their innovative ideas into tangible business products or services.

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