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Nerve signals

Novel treatment for motor neuron disease to be trialled in humans

University of Sheffield researchers are taking part in an investigational drug trial, designed to target one of the most important genetic drivers of MND, the UNC13A protein.

Amber Keegan and Professor Conchúr Ó Brádaigh
Amber Keegan (right) and Professor Conchúr Ó Brádaigh

Sheffield graduate who improved athlete welfare in British swimming awarded Chancellor's Medal

A tireless campaigner whose work helped improve safeguarding standards across British swimming has been awarded the Chancellor's Medal—one of the highest honours bestowed by the University of Sheffield.
Johny Pitts and Andy Haldane Honorary Graduation
Johny Pitts (right) with Chancellor Andy Haldane (left)

Award-winning writer Johny Pitts and space exploration pioneer Sue Horne receive honorary degrees from University of Sheffield

Presenter, writer and photographer Johny Pitts and space exploration pioneer Sue Horne will receive honorary degrees from the University of Sheffield, in recognition of their outstanding achievements and contribution to society
Jacob Nickles and colleagues in the STFC Boulby Underground Laboratory
Jacob Nickles (left) and colleagues in the STFC Boulby Underground Laboratory

World’s deepest underground farm could reshape UK food production

A pioneering research project could transform the agriculture industry with the launch of the world’s deepest vertical farm, located 1.1km underground
The COMPASS building seen from the air

Investing in the future of aerospace production: Landmark R&D facility to boost UK aircraft manufacturing

A major R&D facility that will give the UK next-generation aerospace manufacturing capabilities - accelerating production times and using advanced materials to make aircraft lighter - has officially opened in South Yorkshire.
image of Firth Court, Sheffield.

Boost for skills and research as Sheffield joins new Defence Universities Alliance 

The University of Sheffield is one of 35 universities across the UK to form new Defence Universities Alliance (DUA) to boost UK defence industry skills and support vital research into new defence technologies.
A picture of the Andromeda galaxy

Dark matter could resonate through a hidden fifth dimension, new theory proposes

The mysterious substance that binds galaxies together could naturally be ‘in tune’ with a hidden fifth dimension, according to a new University of Sheffield theory aiming to shed light on one of science’s biggest enigmas: dark matter.
A woman sat at a desk looking at her smartwatch with a laptop and mobile phone opposite her on the table

Next wave of display technology set to be unlocked by University of Sheffield spinout

Next-generation screen technology, capable of making smartwatch, PC and other consumer electronics’ displays more affordable and durable, is being pioneered by a University of Sheffield spin-out company.

The University of Sheffield's Students' Union

University of Sheffield's Students' Union ranked best in the Russell Group in National Student Survey

The University of Sheffield has been recognised for the strength of its student experience in the latest National Student Survey (NSS), with its Students' Union ranked the best in the Russell Group.