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Jacob Nickles and colleagues in the STFC Boulby Underground Laboratory
Jacob Nickles (left) and colleagues in the STFC Boulby Underground Laboratory

World’s deepest underground farm could reshape UK food production

A pioneering research project could transform the agriculture industry with the launch of the world’s deepest vertical farm, located 1.1km underground.

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Professor Helen Kennedy appointed to two government advisory networks

Professor Helen Kennedy has been appointed to the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) College of Experts, and the Government Skills College of Experts. 
Image from the PAVE Case Book
Image from the PAVE Case Book interface

Amplifying public voice at the UN AI for Good summit

Dr Susan Oman shares work on public engagement in AI at the AI for Good summit in Geneva.
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England’s public library collections are in danger of being hollowed out, new research warns

England’s public libraries are facing a quiet hollowing out, according to a major new study from the University of Sheffield.
Professor Sarah Blandy

Leading social scientist announced as Fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences

The Academy of Social Sciences has conferred the award of Fellow on Professor Sarah Blandy from the School of Law.
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Proposals invited for collaborative workshops

Proposals are invited for funding of up to £2,500 for collaborative workshops between the University of Sheffield and colleagues based in universities, grand ecoles and research institutes in France.
Radical Housing: Dr Michele Lancione awarded major grant from European Research Council

Radical Housing: Dr Michele Lancione awarded major grant from European Research Council

Dr Michele Lancione from the Department of Urban Studies and Planning has been awarded European Research Council grants in this year’s first completed ERC call for proposals.
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New research elevates the voices of care leavers making the transition to (and through) university

Only around 12 percent of those with care experience go on to study at university, compared with about 50 percent of the general population. The study highlights key areas for improved support.
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New Instagram policy bans harmful weight loss content for younger users

Dr Ysabel Gerrard has been involved in a ground-breaking new policy change from a social media giant to restrict access to content about certain weight loss plans and cosmetic procedures for under-18s.