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Northern children more likely to have mental health difficulties than those in the South, Government report finds

A children’s mental health crisis risks creating a ‘lost generation’ with those from the North worst affected - a new report co-authored by the University of Sheffield warns.
A peregrine falcon chick at the University of Sheffield
Peregrine Falcon Chick

From rooftop rescues to new homes for swifts: how University of Sheffield is helping wildlife thrive

From rooftop peregrine rescues to new swift nesting boxes, the University of Sheffield is bringing staff, students and local wildlife experts together to help birds thrive, boosting urban biodiversity and creating a more nature-positive campus.
VolcanoTech's equipment being used at Sabancaya, an active volcano in the Andes of southern Peru.
VolcanoTech's equipment being used at Sabancaya, an active volcano in the Andes of southern Peru.

Cheap mobile phone cameras used to bring volcano monitoring to world’s most at-risk communities

Every day smart phones are being used to assist with forecasting volcanic eruptions in the world’s most at-risk communities, at a fraction of the cost of conventional systems.

Atomic Force Microscopy (AFM) image of the protein binding to DNA
University of Sheffield scientists have used state-of-the-art imaging to see how a protein binds to DNA to help maintain both healthy and cancer cells. The discovery could help to find new chemotherapies whilst shielding healthy cells from side effects.

DNA discovery could shield key healthy cells from chemotherapy side effects

A new discovery of how cells maintain their DNA could help protect healthy cells from the side effects of chemotherapy.
An image of a woman stood in front of a jury in a courtroom.

New research indicates some people may be physically unable to use police breathalysers

Some people may be physically unable to use the current evidential breath analysis machines, relied upon by police to gather proof of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs, new research from the University of Sheffield indicates.
Two women having a discussion on stage as part of a previous event at Off The Shelf

University of Sheffield one of England’s best for working with businesses and public engagement

The University of Sheffield has once again been recognised as one of the best universities in the country for working with businesses, developing IP, commercialising research and public and community engagement.

Professor Peter Styring stood on a balcony inside the University's Heartspace building

Game-changing carbon capture technology honoured by engineers

Groundbreaking carbon capture technology developed by University of Sheffield researchers in collaboration with industry partner AESSEAL has been recognised with a prestigious award.
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University ranked highly in Times Higher Education World University rankings 2024

The University of Sheffield has been ranked 13th in the UK and 105th in the world in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024.
Pledging support for Sheffield’s 16,400 international students

Why a reduction in international students would be bad for cities like Sheffield

This week, students from across the UK, and from further afield, have begun their studies at UK universities.