Research community

Our research thrives within a vibrant network of specialised communities and interest groups that connect disciplines, formats, and career stages. Explore our active groups to discover how our faculty, fellows, and students collaborate, share cutting-edge insights, and drive innovation together.

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Gene Therapy Innovation and Manufacturing Centre (GTIMC)

The Gene Therapy Innovation and Manufacturing Centre (GTIMC) is a team of over 20 experienced technical experts based at our purpose built good manufacturing practice (GMP) facility at the University of Sheffield.  The centre builds on the University of Sheffield's internationally renowned world class research in neurodegeneration and genetic therapy to dramatically broaden the scope of genetic therapy research in the UK.  

The GTIMC

South Yorkshire Children and Young People's Health Research (SCYPHeR)

South Yorkshire Children and Young People’s Health Research (SCYPHeR) aims to build collaboration between Sheffield Children’s Hospital, Sheffield Hallam University and the University of Sheffield and embed high-quality research and practice across South Yorkshire.

SCYPHeR

Vaccine Manufacturing Research Hub

The Vaccine manufacturing hub is a collaborative UK-South East Asia initiative, led by the University of Sheffield, focused on addressing vaccine inequity and fortifying preparedness in low- and middle-income countries. 

UK SEA Vaccine Hub

Julia Garnham Centre

The Julia Garnham Centre is a unique remote placements facility, created to help reduce NHS cancer backlogs, whilst training the next generation of leaders in the field of genetics.

Information about the facility

RNA Manufacturing Innovation team

Digitalised RNA platform processes for rapid, high-volume production  of high-quality, low-cost RNA vaccines and therapeutics.

Transforming RNA Vaccine and Therapeutics Manufacturing

Sheffield Cancer research

Bringing medicine, science, engineering and social sciences together to understand the world’s biggest challenges in cancer. Developing innovative solutions to improve the lives of patients today and tomorrow.

Cancer research


Centre for Single Molecule Biology

The Centre for Single Molecule Biology is a collection of researchers at the University of Sheffield trying to understand life, one molecule at a time. 

Single Molecule Biology (SM@SH)

Soft Matter Analytical Laboratory

The Soft Matter Analytical Laboratory is home to state-of-the-art X-ray scattering and rheology instruments, giving scientists the ability to analyse the structure of nanomaterials in unprecedented detail.

Centre for Stem Cell biology

A centre of excellence for pioneering stem cell research, undertaking fundamental and applied research on the biology of pluripotent stem cells with the aim to develop cell therapies for regenerative medicine.

Stem Cell biology

Bioscience and AI

Bioscience and AI is an interest group supported by the Centre for Machine Intelligence (CMI), that aims to explore the opportunities, challenges, risks and rewards of interactions between biology and AI.

University Centres of Excellence

We work closely with the University’s wider network of Centres of Excellence, opening doors to an unrivalled breadth of expertise. By bridging these distinct research communities, we empower our researchers to forge high-impact collaborations, spark innovative ideas, and pioneer entirely new research directions.

Information about the University's Centres of Excellence

Centres of excellence

The University's cross-faculty research centres harness our interdisciplinary expertise to solve the world's most pressing challenges.