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Autumn Budget 2025: What the experts say

Experts from the University of Sheffield give their reaction to the 2025 Autumn Budget.
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New research aims to tackle employment barriers for neurodivergent people in South Yorkshire

A University of Sheffield research project aiming to tackle employment barriers for neurodivergent people in South Yorkshire has been awarded a share of almost £2 million in funding from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR).
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Credit: STEP Fusion

Future engineers of world-first fusion plant to be found through UK schools programme

A new schools programme to inspire the next generation of fusion energy scientists, engineers, technicians and project managers has been launched today (Tuesday, 25 November, 2025) by The University of Sheffield.
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New immersive walking app uncovers Sheffield’s hidden Jewish heritage

A new interactive walking app is transforming the streets of Sheffield into a digital heritage trail to recover the untold stories of the city's Jewish community.

University of Sheffield musician creates musical legacy in Ratcliffe-on-Soar’s famous cooling towers

Ratcliffe-on-Soar power station’s cooling towers became the unusual stage for a new musical performance by bass clarinet specialist Dr Sarah Watts, Director of Performance at the University of Sheffield, as the station undergoes decommissioning.
Celebrating Dr Johnathan Cooper-Knock's appointment as the first MND Association Rob Burrow Professor

Sheffield neurologist becomes first MND Association Rob Burrow Professor

A world-leading neurologist and geneticist at the University of Sheffield has been appointed to the first Rob Burrow Professorship in Translational Neurobiology named after the late rugby league legend Rob Burrow CBE.

Dr Robert Caine standing holding grass

Wheat could use far more water than expected during future heatwaves

Wheat crops prioritise water loss during extreme future climate conditions, according to new research from the University of Sheffield
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New drug candidate offers hope to slow down MND progress

A groundbreaking drug candidate found to protect nerve cells damaged by motor neuron disease (MND), could offer new hope to people living with the devastating condition.
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Children’s dental health still very poor despite interventions

Improving children's access to NHS dentists and reducing rates of tooth decay should remain a top national government priority, oral health experts say.