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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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ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø statement – protest on campus

A protest is currently taking place outside the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø of Sheffield's Students’ Union building. The protest relates to the ongoing situation in Gaza, and similar protests are taking place at other universities across the country.
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ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø of Sheffield ranked within the top 20 in 2025 Complete ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Guide

ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø has been ranked 18th in the UK in the 2025 Complete ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø Guide, a rise of two places from last year.
Fluorescently labelled mutant stem cells differentiated toward sympathetic neurons. Image recorded by Dr. Ingrid Saldana

Stem cells provide new insight into genetic pathway of childhood cancer

Scientists have discovered a new insight into the genetic pathway of childhood cancer, offering new hope for tailored treatments.
A young MND patient being cared for by their mum

New psychological therapy shows promise in improving quality of life for people living with MND

Therapy can significantly improve quality of life for people living with MND when delivered alongside usual care, a pioneering study led by the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø of Sheffield has shown.
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Filmmakers could improve cinema for the Deaf community, with new guidance from ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø of Sheffield

Improved captioning in the film industry could make watching film and TV more accessible and engaging for the Deaf community, according to new guidance published by the ºÚÁϳԹÏÍø of Sheffield and Sheffield-based research and design studio, Paper.