Sheffield Institute for Translational Neuroscience SITraN is an essential development in the fight against motor neurone disease, other common neurodegenerative disorders, stroke and neuroinflammatory conditions. You are here Home Sheffield Institute for Translational Neuroscience Photo of Queen Elizabeth II visiting SITraN in 2010 About SITraN Our impact Our research Study with us Facilities News 15 July 2025 New chapter in Sheffield’s world-renowned neuroscience research New development at the University of Sheffield will double the research capacity of the world-leading research facility, accelerating the progress of breakthrough treatments for neurological diseases such as Parkinson's, Alzheimer's and MND. 3 July 2025 Sheffield scientist awarded prestigious prize for groundbreaking MND research Dr Johnathan Cooper-Knock from the University of Sheffield is one of eight outstanding scientists nationwide to receive the 2025 Lister Award in recognition of his pioneering MND research. Professor Dame Pamela Shaw 3 July 2025 World-renowned MND researcher and clinician says making research easier to understand, and showing why it matters, is vital One of the world’s leading scientists on motor neurone disease (MND) and other neurological diseases says making complex research more accessible and understandable is vital to show progress is being made at developing treatments for the conditions. 3 July 2025 Smiles for miles at the Big Walk 2025 - well done to everyone involved! The famed Sheffield community fundraising event was a huge success once again. Over 400 walkers and volunteers covered thousands of miles between them, supporting life-changing neurological disease research at the University. View all SITraN news