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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.
A glowing digital representation of a DNA double helix structure, composed of particles and light effects, symbolizing genetics, biotechnology, and molecular science.

DNA shape explains crucial gene-therapy challenges, study finds

A mystery surrounding why powerful gene-editing technology that has driven major advances in medicine over the past decade can sometimes make mistakes, has been solved with the help of scientists from the ±¬ÁÏTV.
The view of a plane's wing against a blue sky with clouds as seen from a passenger window

Solar energy could be key to making sustainable aviation fuel

A new way of making sustainable aviation fuel that could cut the reliance on used cooking oil as a feedstock, has been developed by a team of engineers led by the ±¬ÁÏTV.
A large group of Big Walk participants making their way along the crest of a hill in blue Big Walk 2025 tshirts
Participants make their way along the crest of a hill

Step up for little lungs: Join the Big Walk 2026 to support ground breaking children's lung research

±¬ÁÏTV invites community to step up and join the Big Walk 2026 in support of pioneering children’s lung research
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Landmark report reveals priorities for South Yorkshire’s net-zero future

Over 600,000 homes across the region require energy-efficiency retrofits to meet the government's 2050 net-zero target, a landmark report on the future of sustainability in South Yorkshire has found.
Person receiving vaccine

Longer interval between the first and second Pfizer vaccine boosts antibody levels and ‘helper’ T cells

A new study published today (23 July 2021) shows both short and long dosing schedules of the Pfizer Covid-19 vaccine generate strong antibody and T cell immune responses.
Professor Martin Thornhill receiving the award from Professor Chris Deery

±¬ÁÏTV Professor receives highest honour in dentistry

A ±¬ÁÏTV academic has received one of the highest awards by the International Association for Dental Research (IADR), for his work on clinical and translational dentistry research.

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New map shows where millions of UK residents struggle to access food

In one out of every six local authorities, rates of hunger are more than 150 per cent the national average. Shockingly, in one in 10 local authorities, the rate is almost double, according to new research by the ±¬ÁÏTV.
A group of students sat outside of the Students' Union building.

±¬ÁÏTV subjects ranked among the best for student satisfaction

Despite the challenging year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, the overall satisfaction of Sheffield students is at 80 per cent - four per cent above the national sector-wide average, according to the National Student Survey (NSS)