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UK-first aviation fuel testing centre delivers first results in push for greener flights

The University of Sheffield has announced a major milestone in the push for greener aviation, as it produces its first report from testing a new sustainable aviation fuel.
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The elite award showcase rewarding the founders of the future

Congratulations to James who won with his pitch for Project Vex to regional investors and business leaders at The Emerge: Be enterprising Awards Showcase this month.
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Postdoctoral researcher explores the hidden science of pipe failure

How do aging cast iron pipes actually start leaking? Edward John, is the highlight in a new UKWIR video looking at his PhD research that uncovers how pressure changes in old cast iron pipes can cause cracks and leaks over time.
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Civil & Structural Engineering student shortlisted for the targetJobs Undergraduate of the Year Awards

We're thrilled to share that Civil & Structural Engineering student Hollie Wilson was shortlisted for the Female Undergraduate of the Year and Awards - a fantastic achievement.
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Celebrating exceptional achievements at the Placement Year Awards 2025

Congratulations to SoMAC student Ranim AbouElAdab who was Highly Commended in the Sustainability Award and Placement Student of the Year Award.
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Synthotech kicks off Knowledge Transfer Partnership with The University of Sheffield and Synovate

A new Knowledge Transfer Partnership with The University of Sheffield and Synovate, supported by Innovate UK, has been launched.
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Aerospace engineering graduate scoops prestigious national lecture award.

University of Sheffield alumna, Denisse Pasco Ku was awarded the Royal Aeronautical Society’s Norbert Edward Rowe (NE Rowe) Award.
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Developing and delivering new monitoring technology for the UK water sector

An interdisciplinary team of engineers across two universities and industry has been awarded a major grant of £650,000 to develop new water quality sensing technology.
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University of Sheffield engineering students claim runner-up title in assistive technology global design challenge.

Mechanical Engineering and Computer Science students are taking the world of assistive technology by storm with their innovative ‘Hear4Me’ smartwatch device that empowers people with hearing loss to detect and navigate important environmental sounds.