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In vitro gametogenesis A review of ethical and policy questions

A new report provides an overview of the legal, ethical, and policy questions raised by in vitro gametogenesis (IVG) - the creation of lab-grown eggs and sperm.
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Beyond the algorithm: Shaping AI for people, not just progress

Explore the impact of artificial intelligence on society — from reimagining creativity to transforming law and challenging ethical frameworks, this campaign reveals both the promise and the peril of AI.
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Sheffield ranked top of Russell Group for third year in National Student Survey

The University of Sheffield remains top of the Russell Group in the latest National Student Survey, published today (9 July 2025).
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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 2020, reaffirming its position as a leading global university for teaching and research.
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University of Law scholarships for Sheffield students

In partnership with The University of Law, we are offering 10 Future Lawyers scholarships to students who have graduated from the University of Sheffield and who will start a ULaw course in the 2025-26 academic year.
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Kate Campbell-Pilling - Law Teacher of the Year 2024

We are excited to announce that Kate Campbell-Pilling is the winner of the Law Teacher of the Year 2024 award.
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Winners of the 2022-23 School of Law student prizes

We are delighted to announce the winners of the School of Law student prizes.
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New Research Project to Address Challenges of AI in Law and Healthcare

An academic from the School of Law is part of the research team that has been awarded a £4.38 million grant to tackle the sociotechnical challenges around using AI-powered Large Language Models (LLMs) for legal and healthcare purposes.
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School of Law awarded Community Action Award

Congratulations to the School of Law on scooping the Community Action Award for services to the local community and environment.