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The race to ‘Decode ALS’: Sheffield scientists awarded global prize for breakthrough AI drug discovery

The University of Sheffield has been named a winner of the Longitude Prize on ALS, cementing its reputation as a world leader in the fight against Motor Neuron Disease
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Tiny insect brain discovery offers a blueprint for faster and more efficient AI and robots

The secret behind insects’ lightning fast reactions could offer a blueprint for more energy efficient robots and self-driving cars, according to a new study challenging our understanding of how brains process information.
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Thousands expected as Weston Park May Fayre extravaganza returns to Sheffield

A dazzling day of free, family-friendly entertainment is returning to Weston Park to wow the crowds once again, thanks to a partnership between the University of Sheffield and Sheffield City Council.
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Fresh vegetables

One in five low-income families face food insecurity - how ‘food clubs’ offer a vital lifeline

Membership-based food clubs offering heavily discounted groceries and wraparound support are a vital tool in tackling food insecurity, according to the UK’s first large-scale independent study.
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University of Sheffield funding supports five South Yorkshire charities to develop and support their local communities

The University of Sheffield has awarded £45,000 to five charities across South Yorkshire to provide provision and support to address need in regional communities.
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Pint of Science aims to get scientists out of the lab and into your local pub

Tickets are now on sale for the world’s largest festival of public science talks, Pint of Science, which will see University of Sheffield scientists take to the stage in venues across Sheffield (Monday 22 May - Wednesday 24 May).
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University of Sheffield opens official French language examination centre

The University of Sheffield has opened an official French language examination centre, which will help people who are looking to live, work or study in France or French-speaking countries.
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Mission to explore Jupiter’s moons to launch with help from University of Sheffield experts

A mission to search for signs of life on Jupiter and its three icy moons is set to launch today (13 April 2023) with help from researchers at the University of Sheffield.
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Modified Botox gives long-term pain relief after nerve injury without side effects

A team of scientists from the University of Sheffield have discovered a single injection of the elongated Botox could relieve pain for months without risk of paralysis or addiction