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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.
Field of solar panels with green crops being grown underneath

Harvesting the sun twice: Agrivoltaics shows promise for sustainable food, energy and water management in East Africa

Combining solar power production with agriculture can significantly boost crop yields, conserve water and generate low-carbon electricity for areas particularly vulnerable to climate change, a new study has shown.
John Crane

New University of Sheffield and John Crane partnership to drive clean energy innovation

The University of Sheffield has launched a new partnership with John Crane, a global leader in rotating equipment solutions and energy transition technologies and services.
Professor Timothy O'Farrell in the National 6G Radio Systems Facility at the University of Sheffield
Professor Timothy O'Farrell FREng will work closely with industrial sponsor Keysight Technologies to overcome key challenges in the development of 6G mobile networks.

University of Sheffield engineering professor set to drive development of 6G networks

A University of Sheffield professor is set to play a key role in developing the next generation of mobile networks - 6G - after being awarded a new Research Chair from the Royal Academy of Engineering.

microscope image of MRSA bacteria

MRSA's double defence against antibiotics

Scientists have discovered the mechanism which allows the superbug Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) to become highly resistant to antibiotics, paving the way for new approaches to control infectious disease.
Sustainable Aviation Fuels Innovation Centre

First UK Clearing House for certifying new sustainable aviation fuels to launch at University of Sheffield

UK’s SAF Clearing House will be led by the Energy Institute at the University of Sheffield and will help remove the barriers to new fuels coming to market 
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Scientists observe flattest explosion ever seen in space

Astronomers have observed an explosion 180 million light years away which challenges our current understanding of explosions in space, that appeared much flatter than ever thought possible.
Pre-school learning

‘ONE’ program that provides early years numeracy skills for children to be trialled in 150 schools

New research by psychologists at the University of Sheffield highlights the crucial role executive functions play in early maths.
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University of Sheffield marks one year anniversary of Ukrainian twinning campaign

The University of Sheffield is marking the one year anniversary of a twinning initiative that has seen it help staff and students affected by the war in Ukraine.

An offshore wind turbine seen from above

Universities develop ways for wind turbines to generate more energy

A major collaboration between universities and energy companies has made vital improvements to offshore wind turbines, which could help them generate more renewable energy and reduce the UK’s reliance on fossil fuels.