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Knowledge Exchange and Impact Awards

Knowledge Exchange and Impact Award winners announced

Colleagues across Social Sciences were among those honoured for their exceptional achievements and the far-reaching impact of their collaborations in the University's second annual Knowledge Exchange and Impact Awards.
Dr Amy Orben, Professor Kate Dommett, Dr David Zendle, Mark Scott standing in front of a blue and orange background

Professor Kate Dommett co-chairs new taskforce to champion research access to social platform data

Smart Data Research UK (SDR UK) has formed a new taskforce to address longstanding challenges researchers face in accessing data from digital platforms with Professor Kate Dommett as co-chair.
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University of Sheffield ranked within top 100 universities in QS World University Rankings

The University of Sheffield has been ranked within the top 100 universities in the world in the QS World University Rankings 2020, reaffirming its position as a leading global university for teaching and research.
SOC Professor Sue Yeandle

University of Sheffield Professor honoured by King in Birthday Honours

University of Sheffield Professor, Sue Yeandle, has been appointed OBE (Officer of the British Empire) in the King’s Birthday Honours.
Rivers of Reading activity hosted by Dr Sabine Little

University of Sheffield helping children to create a ‘Reading River’ for World Book Day®

World Book Day® has teamed up with the University of Sheffield to celebrate the importance of reading and help children chart their personal reading journey for this year’s event on 6 March 2025.
Maria Tomlinson with Knowledge Exchange and Impact Award

International Women’s Day 2025 - Maria Tomlinson

This month is International Women’s Day. To mark the event we are showcasing some of our amazing female academics whose research is helping to make a positive impact on the lives of other women. Here we feature Dr Maria Tomlinson...
Professor Paul White at the Big Walk 2015

In loving memory of Professor Paul White

It is with great sadness that we share with you that Professor Paul White, former Deputy Vice-Chancellor, passed away in February 2025.
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International Women’s Day 2025 - Maria Petrillo

This month is International Women’s Day. To mark the event we are showcasing some of our amazing female academics whose research is helping to make a positive impact on the lives of other women. Here we feature Dr Maria Petrillo.....
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School Meals project finalist in Children's Food Awards

Congratulations to Heather Ellis and the School Meals project on their shortlisting for the Children's Food Awards 2025.