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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.
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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.

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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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New AI research at University of Sheffield awarded share of £100 million government funding

New research that will build principles for the responsible use of AI across the public, private and third sectors at the University of Sheffield, has been awarded a share of £100 million in government funding.
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Apprentices key to NHS and closing UK skills gap

Apprenticeships are vital to the NHS and are playing a key role in closing the skills gap in industries such as advanced manufacturing, according to the University of Sheffield.

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Future of cancer research in Yorkshire receives £8.9 million funding boost

The University of Sheffield and Yorkshire Cancer Research have announced seven world-leading research studies that will aim to help more people survive cancer by exploring new solutions in cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
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South Yorkshire Digital Health Hub unveils Google investment to tackle health inequalities and drive economic growth

The South Yorkshire Digital Health Hub has today (1 February 2024) unveiled investment in health tech research and training by Google, to help tackle inequalities in the region and drive economic growth.
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Tackling health inequalities with digital technologies to help people live longer, healthier lives

South Yorkshire has some of the worst health outcomes in the country. That is why it is so important that universities, hospitals and businesses come together to share their expertise and new innovations to help people live longer, healthier lives