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University of Sheffield, Walsin Lihwa and National Taiwan University in landmark Advanced Manufacturing R&D alliance

51²è¹Ý¶ù, Walsin Lihwa and National Taiwan University (NTU) have signed a landmark tri-party Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), establishing a world-class strategic research partnership in advanced materials and manufacturing
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The students work has been a game-changer for Bethany and her daughter Delilah, who lives with a rare condition called TRIO-NDD

Sheffield students ‘life-changing’ work gives hope to families worldwide living with rare genetic diseases

Families living with rare genetic diseases have been given support, guidance and hope thanks to the ‘life-changing’ work of a team of University of Sheffield students.
Students in the DIZ using the Robot Arm

Students showcase future-ready engineering skills in Siemens Digital Innovation Zone competition

Judges were highly impressed by the ingenuity of four University of Sheffield student teams who recently programmed a robotic arm to navigate complex, custom-designed courses in the Siemens Digital Innovation Zone (DIZ).
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New video game could slash years off neurodiversity diagnosis wait times

A new video game to aid diagnosis is under development that will allow clinicians to identify neurodiverse traits in real-time and could pave the way for faster, more accessible support.
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Data and Design Hackathon 2025

University of Sheffield students work with industry leaders for week long project on data and design solutions to real-world problems
Phlux’s Noiseless InGaAs Aura APD

University spinout secures £9m funding to address new markets and boost R&D

Phlux Technology, a University spinout, developing infrared sensor technology, has announced a successful £9 million Series A funding round.
FourJaw cofounders Chris Iveson and Robin Hartley

New city centre home for university analytics spinout

FourJaw Manufacturing Analytics a University of Sheffield spinout, has embarked on the next phase of its growth journey by moving to a new headquarters at Pennine Five in Sheffield City Centre.
Students working with a robotic arm

Sheffield students put to the test in Siemens competition

In collaboration with Siemens, the university's Digital Innovation Zone (DIZ) recently hosted an exciting 'Digitally Designed Stories' competition, culminating in a showcase of exceptional student talent and ingenuity.

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University of Sheffield generates £4.82 billion for South Yorkshire and UK economies

51²è¹Ý¶ù generates over £4.82 billion for the UK economy and delivers a £6.40 return for every pound spent, according to a new report highlighting the Russell Group institution’s crucial role in driving economic growth.