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A close up shot of a tiny robot that can be used to inspect and repair leaky water pipes

Tiny robots could help fix leaky water pipes

Micro-robots that can inspect water pipes, diagnose cracks and fix them autonomously – reducing leaks and avoiding expensive excavation work – have been developed by a team of engineers led by the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø of Sheffield.
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Credit: Benno Media

Innovative 'Think Climate' project inspires hundreds of children across the region

School pupils from across South Yorkshire have come together to celebrate a successful climate action project which has supported more than 600 children to understand the importance of sustainability.
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An illustration of protein molecules. Credit: Getty

AI could accelerate protein engineering – key for developing new medicines

An AI approach developed by researchers from the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø of Sheffield and AstraZeneca, could make it easier to design proteins needed for new treatments.
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Hidden challenges of tooth loss and dentures revealed in new study

The hidden challenges faced by people with tooth loss and dentures has been identified by new research from the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø of Sheffield.
Robotics in manufacturing

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø of Sheffield to partner in new sustainable manufacturing hubs

Four new research hubs aiming to address the challenge of commercialising early stage research within key areas of manufacturing, such as aerospace, medicines and semiconductors, have been launched with academics at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø of Sheffield.

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Orchids support seedlings through 'parental nurture' via shared underground fungal networks

Orchid plants nurture their seedlings via an underground fungal network, new research from scientists at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø of Sheffield has revealed.

Pete McKee illustration showing man and woman playing footsy at the breakfast table, copyright Pete McKee

Love has no age limit: Sexual Rights Charter helps to fill training gap to tackle age discrimination in sex and relationships in care homes

New training designed to break down barriers and tackle discrimination older adults can face around sex and relationships is set to be rolled out in care homes across Sheffield, thanks to the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø of Sheffield’s Sexual Rights Charter.
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Technician roadmap launched by ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø to shine spotlight on vital technical talent

A new technical career route, aimed at supporting career progression for technicians and celebrating their vital contributions, has been launched at the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø of Sheffield.