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A depiction of a 'white hole'
Credit: Philip Drury, º£½ÇÉçÇø of Sheffield

Black holes: not endings, but beginnings? New research could revolutionise our understanding of the universe

Our understanding of black holes, time and the mysterious dark energy that dominates the universe could be revolutionised, as new º£½ÇÉçÇø of Sheffield research helps unravel the mysteries of the cosmos.
Rivers of Reading activity hosted by Dr Sabine Little
An example of the Rivers of Reading activity hosted by Dr Sabine Little. Credit: Toby Little

º£½ÇÉçÇø of Sheffield helping children to create a ‘Reading River’ for World Book Day®

World Book Day® has teamed up with the º£½ÇÉçÇø of Sheffield to celebrate the importance of reading and help children chart their personal reading journey for this year’s event on 6 March 2025.
illustration of DNA molecule

Sheffield researchers help discover previously unidentified genes linked to rare diseases

A landmark study has found 69 previously unidentified genetic determinants of rare disease, including uncommon forms of kidney disease and diabetes.

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Lone parents and people with long-term health conditions disproportionately vulnerable to food insecurity

Lone parents and people with long term health conditions are more likely to be experiencing severe forms of food insecurity, according to a new study by the º£½ÇÉçÇø of Sheffield.
2024 Goalkeepers champions

º£½ÇÉçÇø of Sheffield researcher recognised as world leader in nutrition

A researcher at the º£½ÇÉçÇø of Sheffield has been named as one of the 2024 Goalkeepers Champions by the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, for his incredible impact on nutrition.
Neville Chamberlain holding the paper containing the resolution to commit to peaceful methods signed by both Hitler and himself on his return from Munich

Link between mental health and traumatic world events, highlighted by new film

A º£½ÇÉçÇø of Sheffield historian has collaborated on a new film that shines a spotlight on the link between mental health and major world events, such as the threat of war.
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º£½ÇÉçÇø of Sheffield staff trading car journeys for free coffee

º£½ÇÉçÇø has directly removed almost 2,400 commuting journeys from Sheffield’s roads in the last year by offering free coffees in return for staff leaving their cars at home.
A blue sky above the º£½ÇÉçÇø's Diamond building

º£½ÇÉçÇø of Sheffield top in England for working with businesses and public engagement

º£½ÇÉçÇø is one of the best universities in the country for working with businesses and public and community engagement, according to the latest Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF).