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Future of cancer research in Yorkshire receives £8.9 million funding boost

The University of Sheffield and Yorkshire Cancer Research have announced seven world-leading research studies that will aim to help more people survive cancer by exploring new solutions in cancer prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
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Apprentices key to NHS and closing UK skills gap

Apprenticeships are vital to the NHS and are playing a key role in closing the skills gap in industries such as advanced manufacturing, according to the University of Sheffield.

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South Yorkshire Digital Health Hub unveils Google investment to tackle health inequalities and drive economic growth

The South Yorkshire Digital Health Hub has today (1 February 2024) unveiled investment in health tech research and training by Google, to help tackle inequalities in the region and drive economic growth.
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Sheffield creatives to shape new vision for culture in the city

Sheffield creatives, including makers, musicians, artists, and designers, are being invited to help shape a groundbreaking new culture strategy for the city.
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Community mental health is improved through University of Sheffield student placements.

As part of their Psychology course, students from the University of Sheffield have provided mental health support and added additional resource to local charities and communities that serve across South Yorkshire.
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South Yorkshire Sustainability Centre has placed sustainability at the heart of our region

Professor of Sustainable Chemical Engineering and Director of the South Yorkshire Sustainability Centre, Rachael Rothman, highlights the region's sustainable needs.

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Family fun May Fayre will return bigger and better to Sheffield’s Weston Park!

The May Fayre, a day of free family entertainment in the heart of Sheffield, is returning bigger and better for 2023, thanks to a partnership between the University of Sheffield and Sheffield City Council.
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University of Sheffield funding supports five South Yorkshire charities to develop and support their local communities

The University of Sheffield has awarded £45,000 to five charities across South Yorkshire to provide provision and support to address need in regional communities.
University of Sheffield academics at Pint of Science
University of Sheffield academics at Pint of Science

Pint of Science aims to get scientists out of the lab and into your local pub

Tickets are now on sale for the world’s largest festival of public science talks, Pint of Science, which will see University of Sheffield scientists take to the stage in venues across Sheffield (Monday 22 May - Wednesday 24 May).