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This area contains news from the University since October 2020. For stories from 2010 to October 2020, use the 'News archive' above or search at the top of the page.
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Off the Shelf Festival of Words, one of the longest running literary festivals in the UK, returns to Sheffield for a packed 35th edition this autumn

Literary giants, olympic legends and TV stars heading to Sheffield as Off the Shelf Festival returns

Icons from the worlds of literature, art, media and sport are heading to Sheffield as Off the Shelf Festival of Words returns for its 35th edition from 28 September - 25 October.
Wildfires

Wildfires have destroyed an area of protected tropical forest twice the size of Wales since 2001, study reveals

Over four million hectares of protected tropical forest - an area double the size of Wales - have been lost to wildfires since 2001.
A plastic model of the brain anatomy

Novel clinical trial platform could dramatically speed up search for Motor Neuron Disease treatments

A University of Sheffield researcher was one of the lead investigators into a novel trial design that could mean faster results in the race to find effective treatments for Motor Neuron Disease.
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.

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Sheffield researchers use pioneering technology to exploit DNA repair in brain tumour cells to explore new treatments for glioblastoma

New research conducted by researchers at the University of Sheffield and funded by The Brain Tumour Charity aims to find weaknesses in the ability of glioma cells to repair their DNA and survive treatment
Images showing OT remote technologies

Remote technologies help occupational therapists get patients home quicker

Using remote consultation technology to assess a patient’s home environment allowed for quicker hospital discharge and freed up staff time for other care
The view of the stage in Morecambe Winter Gardens from its centre balcony

Major funding set to transform Morecambe Winter Gardens and widen access to arts for young people

A seaside theatre that was once known as the Albert Hall of the north is set for a remarkable restoration, thanks to major new funding that was secured with the help of a University of Sheffield professor.
Speakers presenting the launch of the Innovation Network

Sheffield Universities launch Innovation Network to boost South Yorkshire’s growth

A network that is set to boost growth and innovation throughout South Yorkshire has been launched by the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University.

Students walking on the concourse with the University of Sheffield's Students' Union and Firth Court buildings on either side

Spring Budget 2023: What the experts say

Experts from the University of Sheffield give their reaction to the 2023 Spring Budget, and Vice-Chancellor Professor Koen Lamberts welcomes the announcement that South Yorkshire has been chosen as the potential location for an investment zone.