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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.
2025 Franklin Aigbirhio total body PET scanner

New scanner collaboration to boost Sheffield’s world leading neuroscience research and transform patient care

Scientists from the University of Sheffield will play a central role in the new UK-wide medical imaging platform, strengthening the institution’s world-class medical research that will bring benefits to patients across Yorkshire and the country.
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South Yorkshire to host landmark national summit to drive clean energy superpower ambition

A landmark national summit will bring leaders from industry, policy and academia to South Yorkshire to accelerate the nation’s ambition of becoming a global clean energy superpower.

Off the Shelf Julian Clary

Off the Shelf Festival of Words announces lineup for its 34th edition

Off the Shelf Festival of Words, one of the longest running literary festivals in the UK, will return to Sheffield for its 34th edition from 10 October - 10 November, bringing together the best of local, national and international literary talent.
The study field team in The Gambia

Breakthrough raises hopes for Strep A vaccine that could save half a million lives globally

Scientists have discovered how some children develop natural immunity to a bacterial infection, a vital breakthrough which could help develop vaccines to save up to half a million lives globally each year.

REF 2021 illustration showing University building and subject areas

University of Sheffield celebrates its impactful research

The Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021 results confirm our research is changing lives and shaping the world we live in.
A fire breather on stage at the last May Fayre event in 2019

Family fun May Fayre makes a welcome return to Sheffield

The May Fayre, a day of free family entertainment in the heart of Sheffield, is returning to the city for the first time since 2019, thanks to a partnership between the University of Sheffield and Sheffield City Council.
Dr Martyn Ware

Martyn Ware of The Human League and Heaven 17 to become Doctor of Music at the University of Sheffield

Martyn Ware, of The Human League and Heaven 17 fame, will be made an honorary Doctor of Music at the University of Sheffield today (Wednesday 11 May 2022).
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University of Sheffield expands its support for students and scholars seeking sanctuary

The University of Sheffield has pledged over £1 million to support students, scholars and other staff who are seeking sanctuary in the UK or affected by war in their home countries.

A wind turbine in an oilseed rape field

Low-carbon energy grids could help rock dust absorb more CO2

Greener electricity grids could help us to use rock dust to remove more carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and reach net zero much quicker, according to a new study from researchers at the University of Sheffield.