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Image of Orion Nebula in NIRCam short versus long wavelength channel

JuMBO mysteries hidden in Orion Nebula

Deep within the Orion Nebula, researchers are one step closer to understanding how Jupiter-mass binary objects (JuMBOs) form—a longstanding mystery in astrophysics
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£1M Sheffield Ultra Low Temperature Facility officially opened

The School of Mathematics and Physical Sciences has opened a new ultra-low temperature facility for dark matter and qubit research.
Chemistry PhD student in lab coat

First annual Kirsty Smitten research seminar

Professor Zoe Waller (University College London) delivered the first Kirsty Smitten research seminar to an audience of students and academics on the 2nd October 2024.

A picture of the Andromeda galaxy

Shedding light on the structure and evolution of the Universe

This new project will support critical research into the fundamental properties of neutrinos - the most abundant particles that have mass in the Universe - aiming to shed light on the structure and evolution of the Universe.
Dr Emily Rickman

Alumni wins prestigious global award for science and sustainability

An astrophysicist and University of Sheffield alumna has won a prestigious global award in recognition of her achievements and impact in the world of science and sustainability.