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Professor Jim Wild with colleagues in front of an MRI scanner

Transformative lung imaging research recognised by international award

Professor Jim Wild, from the University of Sheffield, has been awarded the 2025 Institute of Physics (IOP) Peter Mansfield Prize for his distinguished contributions to lung imaging with hyperpolarised gas MRI
Picture of a Aldabra Giant Tortoise hatchling
Credit: Chris Tagg

Successful hatching for endangered giant tortoises with artificial incubation

Artificial incubation has led to the first successful hatching of Aldabra Giant Tortoises in the Seychelles, following groundbreaking University of Sheffield research.
Festival of Social Sciences 2024

From robotic sheepdogs to tackling global challenges: Explore the free Festival of Social Science in Sheffield

The UK’s Festival of Social Science returns to Sheffield this month to shine a light on how the city’s world-leading social scientists are tackling some of the most urgent problems facing society.
Craft alcohol report

Scale of Sheffield's independent alcohol economy revealed, as city's artisans turn away from 'craft' label

A new report has revealed the impressive scale of Sheffield’s independent drinks scene, estimating that 42% of its specialised alcohol outlets are independently owned or operated.

A man looks into the window of the cylindrical Large Dirty Mars Chamber, housed at the Open University.

Boil, freeze, bubble, crack, repeat! Scientists simulate the Solar System’s ‘ice volcanoes’ in the lab

Scientists have been able to recreate the extreme conditions found on icy moons in deep space - and revealed the unstable behaviour of water. 
Maria Jose Gordillo Chiriboga stands in front of a purple backdrop with the University of Sheffield's logo holding the Chancellor's Medal.

Inspiring international student awarded prestigious Chancellor’s Medal

An inspiring international student has been awarded the prestigious Chancellor’s Medal from the University of Sheffield for her exceptional work in leadership, championing inclusivity, and driving global sustainability.
The view of a plane's wing against a blue sky with clouds as seen from a passenger window

University of Sheffield to speed up sustainable aviation fuel production

The University of Sheffield has been awarded UK government funding to accelerate the production of sustainable aviation fuel and bring passengers a step closer to greener flights.
Playwright Lucy Prebble gives a speech whilst receiving her Honorary Doctor of Letters at the University of Sheffield.

Playwright Lucy Prebble awarded honorary degree from University of Sheffield

Playwright Lucy Prebble has been awarded an honorary degree from the University of Sheffield, in recognition of her successful career and outstanding achievements as a writer for the stage and screen.
University of Sheffield student Holly Satterly stood next to the Bochum Bell in Sheffield's Peace Gardens

Sheffield celebrates 75th anniversary of German twinning partnership

Stories of people who have helped the city of Sheffield and the German city of Bochum maintain a special 75-year friendship are set to be revealed in a new exhibition launching this week (19 July-18 August).