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Students outside the University of Sheffield's Students' Union building

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. 
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University of Sheffield top in England for working with businesses and public engagement

The University of Sheffield is one of the best universities in the country for working with businesses and public and community engagement, according to the latest Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF).

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University of Sheffield named runner-up for University of the Year 2025 by The Times and Sunday Times

The University of Sheffield has been named runner-up for University of the Year 2025 by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025, as well as having risen in the rankings to 14th best University in the UK.
The Wave

University of Sheffield’s newest building awarded highest sustainability accreditation

The University of Sheffield’s newest building, the Wave, has been recognised for its sustainability credentials by achieving an Outstanding BREEAM accreditation.
Forestation

Side effects of wide-scale forestation could reduce water availability by 15 per cent in vulnerable regions

The side effects of large-scale forestation initiatives could have serious consequences for water availability, a pioneering study has found.
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University of Sheffield engineering students build prize-winning train

A team of students from the University of Sheffield have demonstrated their first class engineering skills as part of a prestigious competition for future railway engineers.