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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.

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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.

A young couple in bed with the man lying on his back snoring and the woman covering her ears with a pillow

AI could be the secret to a better night’s sleep

Proof of who snores the loudest and advice on how to stop it may finally be coming to families across the country thanks to artificial intelligence developed by researchers at the University of Sheffield.

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GPs and district nurses feel emotional strain from increased need for end-of-life care

GPs and district nurses feel “emotionally and physically drained” as a result of an increased need for end-of-life-care during the Covid-19 pandemic.

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Sheffield secures major investment in medical research training programme 

The University of Sheffield has been awarded a share of £79 million to train the next generation of researchers to tackle major health problems facing people in the North of England and around the world.
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Northern Gritstone announces leadership team

Northern Gritstone, a new investment company founded by the Universities of Leeds, Manchester and Sheffield, has appointed Lord Jim O’Neill as Non-Executive Chairman and Duncan Johnson as CEO.
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Experts unite to help cities solve unprecedented climate challenges

Combining technological, nature-based and social solutions is the best way to make heavily populated cities more resilient to climate change, say researchers.