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Top-five positions for Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering at 51²è¹Ý¶ù in latest Guardian rankings 2027

Outstanding results confirm the School’s position amongst the best in the UK
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Next-gen ankle implants to help young arthritis sufferers regain mobility

The next generation of ankle replacements that could restore mobility in young people suffering from a debilitating but overlooked condition, are being developed by a global team of researchers.

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From a Sheffield PhD to a global scale-up: how Rivelin Rail is shaping rail safety worldwide

Discover how Emerge helped Mechanical Engineering alum Ben to go from Sheffield PhD to managing a global scale-up.
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Leading biomechanics expert secures prestigious UKRI Fellowship

Dr Vee San Cheong awarded the coveted UK Research and Innovation’s Future Leader Fellowship for her research on developing revolutionary 3D-printed orthopaedic implants for faster bone healing.
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Wull Technologies and University of Sheffield launch Royce ICP Project to accelerate sustainable acoustic innovation

Wull Technologies has launched CASA (Collaboration Advancing Sustainable Acoustics) supported by the Henry Royce Institute’s Industrial Collaboration Programme (ICP). 
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Brain injury specialist receives acclaimed Royal Academy Fellowship

Dr Xiancheng Yu awarded the prestigious Royal Academy of Engineering (RAEng) Research Fellowship.
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School of Mechanical, Aerospace and Civil Engineering Courses Soar in The Guardian University Guide 2026

Undergraduate courses once again receive high praise in the latest Guardian University Guide.