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Research uses cutting-edge technology to map how gums become diseased

Millions suffer from gum disease, but how does it really begin? University of Sheffield researchers have created a detailed cellular map of periodontitis, opening the door to more targeted and transformative treatments.
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Professor Parveen Ali awarded prestigious RCSI Fellowship for global nursing leadership

An international honour celebrating Professor Ali’s outstanding contributions to nursing, research and global health.
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University of Sheffield academic recognised with prestigious European award

Professor Emma Bingham, Professor in Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy has been recognised with a prestigious European award - winner of the Academia category at the 2025 European Awards of Distinction for Dental Hygienists.
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Breakthrough set to accelerate osteoporosis drug development

Millions of osteoporosis patients worldwide are set to benefit from a major international breakthrough, which will transform how new treatments for the debilitating disease are developed.
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Sheffield researchers urge MPs to champion greater access to Individual Service Funds for adults with learning disabilities

A research team based at the University of Sheffield’s Division of Population Health has called on MPs to take action to ensure adults with learning disabilities can access the social care funding they are legally entitled to.
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Sam Watt: Helping young people swap sugary drinks for healthier smiles

Drawing on her background in dentistry and public health, Sam Watt is working to develop new approaches that help dental teams tackle sugary drink consumption in young people.
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Sheffield research aims to revolutionise early detection of head and neck cancer

Innovative research is reshaping head and neck cancer detection and treatment through earlier, more personalised care.
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One in ten people report gluten or wheat sensitivity despite no medical diagnosis

A new global study published in Gut has found that around one in ten people report symptoms after eating gluten or wheat, despite not having coeliac disease or a wheat allergy.

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Stroke Trial Reaches Major Milestone with 200th Patient Recruited

A research trial which could transform the lives of thousands of people living with hand and arm weakness following a stroke has hit a major milestone, recruiting its 200th patient.