Neuroscience Institute The Neuroscience Institute at the University of Sheffield brings together leading experts in medicine, science and engineering to better understand the nervous system and tackle the biggest challenges in neuroscience. You are here Home Neuroscience Institute Our research Translational Cognitive neuroscience and mental health Sensory and developmental Study with us Neuroscience postgraduate courses Innovation Hubs bursaries Our vision and impact About us Research that changes lives Expertise Facilities Research themes News 20 December 2024 Our 2024 research highlights As the year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to reflect on and celebrate some of our research news stories from 2024. 12 December 2024 People living with MND given a voice in research with new digital tool People living with motor neuron disease (MND) will have more opportunities to participate in groundbreaking research, thanks to a new digital platform designed to accelerate the search for a cure for the debilitating disease. 26 November 2024 Analysing the roles of nature and nurture in a chess prodigy For parents and families thinking about supporting their children in adopting new skills, Dr Nemanja Vaci's findings can help them to seek the best approaches. Mitochondria in fibroblasts 27 September 2024 World Alzheimer’s Month - Understanding the mitochondria As part of World Alzheimer’s Month, we’re shining a light on the Mortiboys Lab, a lab dedicated to understanding the mitochondria in neurodegenerative diseases. View all Neuroscience Institute news Connect Contact Partner with us Study Follow us on X Follow us on LinkedIn Study with us Undergraduate courses Postgraduate courses Find a PhD About us Our research Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Harnessing advances in neuroscience News
