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Chancellor Rachel Reeves visiting AMRC
(LtoR) AMRC interim Chief Executive Ben Morgan, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Sheffield Professor Koen Lamberts, Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves, Leader of Sheffield City Council Tom Hunt and South Yorkshire Mayor Oliver Coppard

Chancellor Rachel Reeves praises University of Sheffield’s sustainable aviation leadership during visit

The University of Sheffield welcomed the Chancellor of the Exchequer to its Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre (AMRC) today to showcase how its research and development capabilities are driving the UK’s global leadership in sustainable aviation.
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Creative arts a vital gateway to digital inclusion for older people, new research finds

Engaging with digital arts and culture activities is a critical step in building digital confidence in older people who are often excluded from the online world, according to a new University of Sheffield report.
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Climate-proofing pediatric care: New research aims to tackle overheating in children’s hospital wards

A new national study, led by the University of Sheffield, aims to reduce the health risks posed by children’s hospital wards heating up due to climate change.

Martin Lewis - Doctor of Letters
Martin Lewis - Doctor of Letters

Martin Lewis inspires graduates with his keys to success after receiving honorary degree

The UK's leading money saving expert Martin Lewis, has urged postgraduates to embrace focus, resilience and the role of luck in success after being awarded an honorary degree by the University of Sheffield

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Secrets of how butterfly wings get their vibrant colours revealed

The secret of how butterfly wings get their vibrant colours has been revealed in a groundbreaking study.
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Sheffield team is sole UK recipient to be awarded share of $5 million global funding to fight motor neuron disease

A team of researchers from the University of Sheffield have been awarded a share of a prestigious grant to fight MND.
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New cardiac research will save women’s lives by improving detection of heart failure

A new study has advanced how heart failure is detected in women – meaning more female patients can be diagnosed, and at an earlier stage.
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University statement – protest on campus

A protest is currently taking place outside the University of Sheffield's Students’ Union building. The protest relates to the ongoing situation in Gaza, and similar protests are taking place at other universities across the country.
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University of Sheffield ranked within the top 20 in 2025 Complete University Guide

The University of Sheffield has been ranked 18th in the UK in the 2025 Complete University Guide, a rise of two places from last year.