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A boat on water between ice caps in a fjord

First study of its kind will uncover the links between Greenland’s fjords, climate change and sea level rise

Dr Benjamin Davison from the School of Geography and Planning will investigate ice-ocean interactions in Greenland during his prestigious UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship.
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Professor Kate Dommett receives Award of Fellow of the Academy of Social Science

Many congratulations to Professor Kate Dommett who has recently been conferred the Award of Fellow of the Academy of Social Science.
An aerial view of a quarry with a blue pool

New €1.8 million European-Latin American research network asks who pays the price of the green transition

Researchers from the Faculty of Social Sciences will join an international network of academics & organisations examining the consequences of Europe’s green transition for Latin American countries where materials for rechargeable batteries are mined.
Medical supplies on warehouse shelves

Research to tackle poor health outcomes in Nepal receives new funding

Ongoing collaboration with local governments in Nepal continues, providing training and mentoring to improve efficiency and decision making within healthcare provision.
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International Women’s Day 2025 - Clare Rishbeth

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 Professor Clare Rishbeth...
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.....