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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.
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Increase in alcohol deaths in England an ‘acute crisis’

The persistent higher rate of alcohol deaths in England since the pandemic in 2020 is an “acute crisis” requiring urgent action from government, according to a new study led by researchers at the University of Sheffield and UCL.
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Government urged to tackle inequality in ‘low-carbon tech’ like solar panels and electric cars

The UK government needs to go beyond offering subsidies for low-carbon technologies like electric cars and solar panels for energy and heating, if it is to meet its net-zero targets by 2050, a new report from the University of Sheffield suggests.
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Groundbreaking cancer research hub receives £10 million in new funding

The University of Sheffield and Yorkshire Cancer Research are pioneering 10 world-leading research studies that aim to accelerate understanding of cancer and find cures that will save lives in the region and beyond
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University of Sheffield announces Andy Haldane as new Chancellor

A highly-respected British economist, who worked at the Bank of England between 1989 and 2021, has been announced as the new Chancellor of the University of Sheffield.

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University of Sheffield student wins national nursing award

A student from the University of Sheffield has won a national nursing award for her research into how hospitals, and other acute care settings, can make dementia patients feel more comfortable during their stay.
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Cultured meat - a threat or an opportunity for UK farmers?

Scientists from the University of Sheffield are teaming up with agricultural experts and farming groups to test whether cultured meat is a threat or an opportunity for UK farmers.
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Regulate whole life carbon in buildings to reach net zero, researchers say

Emissions from the full life cycle of buildings need to be regulated if the UK is to meet net zero, according to researchers from the University of Sheffield.
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University of Sheffield hosts blue plaque for Peak District campaigner Ethel Haythornthwaite

The University of Sheffield has become home to a new blue heritage plaque to commemorate the life of one of Sheffield and the Peak District’s leading environmentalists and most influential women.
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Sheffield’s Students’ Union named best in UK for fifth year running

The University of Sheffield Students’ Union has been awarded the Whatuni Student Choice Award 2022 for Best Students' Union, for the fifth year running.