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Next-gen ankle implants to help young arthritis sufferers regain mobility

The next generation of ankle replacements that could restore mobility in young people suffering from a debilitating but overlooked condition, are being developed by a global team of researchers.

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From a Sheffield PhD to a global scale-up: how Rivelin Rail is shaping rail safety worldwide

Discover how Emerge helped Mechanical Engineering alum Ben to go from Sheffield PhD to managing a global scale-up.
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Top Russell Group rankings for the subjects of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering at Sheffield

Outstanding student feedback highlights the high quality of teaching and support across the School.

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At the cutting edge of Rolls-Royce aero-engines

Explore how Professor Matt Marshall’s team built a blade testing platform, giving new insights that saved Rolls-Royce’s aero-engine fleet over £100M while improving safety and efficiency.
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Wull Technologies and University of Sheffield launch Royce ICP Project to accelerate sustainable acoustic innovation

Wull Technologies has launched CASA (Collaboration Advancing Sustainable Acoustics) supported by the Henry Royce Institute’s Industrial Collaboration Programme (ICP). 
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Brain injury specialist receives acclaimed Royal Academy Fellowship

Dr Xiancheng Yu awarded the prestigious Royal Academy of Engineering (RAEng) Research Fellowship.
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School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering Courses Soar in The Guardian University Guide 2026

Undergraduate courses once again receive high praise in the latest Guardian University Guide.

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Technician’s career advances with IEng professional registration

Sam Gibson, Engineering Technician, has been awarded Incorporated Engineer (IEng) status with the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE).
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Pruning in 3D

Aerospace Engineering student, Elliott Nurcombe, helps local company Ernest Wright design their new Nurseryman Scissors.

| Published by Ernest Wright