Latest news News stories This area contains news from the University since October 2020. For stories from 2010 to October 2020, use the 'News archive' above or search at the top of the page. University of Sheffield engineer honoured for impact on semiconductor R&D Professor Jon Heffernan has been elected as a Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering in recognition of his work to drive the development of new semiconductor materials and devices. 25 September 2025 Academics from the University's Centre for Machine Intelligence have won an impact award at the UK's first national conference for AI research. The award recognises their research that is driving the responsible use of AI. Credit: UK AI Research Symposium University of Sheffield researchers win UK first national AI prize A new award recognising the strength and impact of the UK’s AI research, has been awarded to academics at the University of Sheffield. 24 September 2025 Heavy drinkers more likely to buy alcohol-free and low-alcohol drinks, as no/lo market surges Heavy drinkers are more likely to buy alcohol-free and low-alcohol drinks, a new report from the University of Sheffield has revealed. 24 September 2025 University of Sheffield a national leader in working with businesses and communities The University of Sheffield has once again been recognised as one of the best universities in England for collaborating and engaging with businesses, communities and the public, according to the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF) 2025. 23 September 2025 Search University of Sheffield awarded University of the Year for Student Experience by The Times and Sunday Times The University of Sheffield has been named University of the Year for Student Experience by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026. 19 September 2025 Decoding the selfish gene, from evolutionary cheaters to disease control New research is shining a light on one of genetics’ enduring puzzles - how the workings of the so-called “selfish gene” could be harnessed to control harmful insect populations. 18 September 2025 New digital tool helps police forces identify potential victims of human trafficking A new analytical tool that helps identify potential victims of human trafficking and sexual exploitation is helping police forces across the UK work to get justice for victims. 18 September 2025 University of Sheffield ranked within the top universities in UK by Guardian’s University Guide The University of Sheffield has been ranked among the best universities in the UK by The Guardian University Guide 2026. 15 September 2025 Why some women experience side effects while taking the pill Researchers at the University of Sheffield identified a “nocebo effect” in relation to the contraceptive pill, where psychological factors such as negative expectations or anxiety about using a medicine drives a physical response in the body. 13 September 2025 Pagination Current page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 … Next page Next › Last page Last »