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University of Sheffield hosts Northern CEA Symposium
18+ hour, 3+ min ago (250+ words) The University of Sheffield's Northern Controlled Environment Agriculture Symposium brought together experts from across academia and industry to explore innovations shaping the future of sustainable food production. The University of Sheffield recently hosted the Northern Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA) Symposium…...
Professor Hajirasouliha appointed as an editor for a world-leading engineering journal
23+ hour, 3+ min ago (296+ words) University of Sheffield School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering Professor Hajirasouliha appointed as an editor for a world-leading engineering journal We are thrilled to announce that Professor Iman Hajirasouliha has been appointed as an Editor for Thin-Walled Structures. We…...
In loving memory of Professor Nigel Dunnett
22+ hour, 3+ min ago (601+ words) It is with great sadness that we share with you that Professor Nigel Dunnett, Professor of Planting Design and Vegetation Technology in the School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, passed away peacefully on 26 April 2026. Professor Dunnett had a distinguished 30-year…...
New Study Reveals How Video Games Support Children's Well-Being
5+ day, 16+ hour ago (332+ words) A groundbreaking study published this month in Reading Research Quarterly is challenging the long-held stereotype of the sedentary gamer. In their new paper, Dr Fiona Scott, Dr Liz Chesworth, Dr Cath Bannister, Daniel Kuria, Shabana Roscoe and Yao Wang argue…...
Continuing collaboration with the University of Alberta
5+ day, 17+ hour ago (223+ words) The School recently welcomed Professor Andr" Mc Donald from the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Alberta as a visiting professor and are working together thanks to an International Exchange Grant from the Royal Society. Professor Christofidou said:…...
Professor Matt Flinders awarded Sir Isaiah Berlin Prize 2026
6+ day, 15+ hour ago (44+ words) The University of Sheffield Congratulations to Professor Matt Flinders, who has been awarded the Political Studies Association's Sir Isaiah Berlin Prize 2026 for outstanding professional contributions to political studies. PSA Academic Prize Winners 2025-26...
Saving Young Lungs - Sylvie, Alice, and Alexandre's story
1+ week, 1+ day ago (593+ words) For Sylvie and her family, the arrival of their twins came far earlier than expected. Born at just 27 weeks, Alice and Alexandre faced an immediate fight for survival, marking the beginning of an intense and uncertain journey. The first few…...
University of Sheffield awarded University of the Year for Student Experience by The Times and Sunday Times
7+ mon, 1+ week ago (140+ words) The University of Sheffield has been named University of the Year for Student Experience by The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2026. The prestigious annual ranking also saw the University rising to 13th place in the UK, a rise of…...
New drug candidate offers hope to slow down MND progress
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (334+ words) A groundbreaking drug candidate found to protect nerve cells damaged by motor neuron disease (MND), could offer new hope to people living with this devastating condition. Researchers at the University of Sheffield's Institute for Translational Neuroscience (SITra N) discovered and developed…...
Turning sunlight into greener aviation fuel
2+ week, 1+ day ago (753+ words) Decarbonising aviation is a major challenge. Discover how Professor Meihong Wang's team are using fields of mirrors to harness sunlight and capture CO, powering the future of net-zero flight. Aviation continues to be one of the most challenging sectors to…...