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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.
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Sheffield ranked top of Russell Group for third year in National Student Survey

The University of Sheffield remains top of the Russell Group in the latest National Student Survey, published today (9 July 2025).
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Over 120 different tree species found in Sheffield’s gardens

More than 120 different species of trees are growing in gardens across the city of Sheffield, a new survey has revealed.
Digital Health Hub

Pioneering data and AI advancements helping to deliver the NHS’s future vision

The University of Sheffield is pioneering advancements in data and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve healthcare and tackle health inequalities and will play a critical role in helping the government deliver its new 10-year plan for the NHS.

Doctor audiologist using otoscope while examining ear of his senior adult patient in doctor's office

First-in-human trial for regenerative cell therapy for sensorineural hearing loss approved 

Rinri Therapeutics, a world leading spinout company from the University of Sheffield dedicated to transforming sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) with regenerative cell therapy, has received approval to begin its first-in-human clinical trial. 
Vascular dementia

Arthritis drug to be investigated as possible treatment for vascular dementia

Scientists from the University of Sheffield and University of Manchester have been awarded £265,000 from the British Heart Foundation, to investigate the links between vascular dementia and heart disease.
Pancreas

Scientists discover new drug which could improve life expectancy and quality for pancreatic cancer patients

A new drug which could improve life expectancy and quality for patients with hard-to-treat cancers, such as pancreatic cancer and relapsed breast cancer, has been invented by scientists at the University of Sheffield. 
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University of Sheffield switches to renewable electricity

The University of Sheffield has signed new electricity contracts, making its purchased supply 100 percent renewable for the first time.
A person holding their knee in pain

Arthritis drugs could be repurposed to help prevent breast cancer spreading to the bone

Drugs commonly used to treat arthritis may help to prevent breast cancer spreading to the bone, where it is incurable, new research from the University of Sheffield suggests.