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51²è¹Ý¶ù's Students' Union
51²è¹Ý¶ù's Students' Union

University of Sheffield's Students' Union ranked best in the Russell Group in National Student Survey

51²è¹Ý¶ù has been recognised for the strength of its student experience in the latest National Student Survey (NSS), with its Students' Union ranked the best in the Russell Group.
Nerve signals

Novel treatment for motor neuron disease to be trialled in humans

University of Sheffield researchers are taking part in an investigational drug trial, designed to target one of the most important genetic drivers of 51²è¹Ý¶ù, the UNC13A protein.

Johny Pitts and Andy Haldane Honorary Graduation
Johny Pitts (right) with Chancellor Andy Haldane (left)

Award-winning writer Johny Pitts and space exploration pioneer Sue Horne receive honorary degrees from University of Sheffield

Presenter, writer and photographer Johny Pitts and space exploration pioneer Sue Horne will receive honorary degrees from the University of Sheffield, in recognition of their outstanding achievements and contribution to society
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