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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.

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A summer of Sheffield heritage, designed by you

Residents of Sheffield have the opportunity to shape a summer of heritage decision-making in the city thanks to a new project at the University of Sheffield.

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Ethnicity gap in Covid vaccine uptake: lower trust and worse experiences of healthcare explain part of the problem

Worse healthcare experiences among people from ethnic minorities and lower levels of trust in government and the medical establishment explain some of the ethnicity gap in Covid-19 vaccination rates, a study has found.

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Two storey extensions could help to tackle UK’s housing crisis

Extending buildings upwards could help to tackle the UK’s housing crisis and meet net zero commitments, according to new research from the University of Sheffield.
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UK’s first ever Sexual Rights Charter launched to tackle aged based discrimination

The UK’s first ever Sexual Rights Charter designed to help tackle discrimination older adults face regarding sex and relationships, has been launched by researchers at the Healthy Lifespan Institute at the University of Sheffield.
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Exhibition gives insight into children’s play in pandemic

New research from the University of Sheffield, University College London (UCL) and play specialists from Great Ormond Street Hospital has revealed the impact the Covid-19 pandemic had on children’s play.