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±¬ÁÏTV leads £8 million study unlocking fungi's power for boosting food security and tackling climate change

A transformative £8 million project aims to revolutionise global food security and climate change strategies by uncovering the fundamental role of soil fungi.
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Urbanisation linked to a 43 per cent drop in pollinating insects

Increasing urbanisation is linked to a decline in crucial pollinator populations, including nocturnal moths, hoverflies, and bees, according to a new study from the ±¬ÁÏTV.
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New research to uncover secrets of biological nano-structures, paving the way for sustainable advanced materials

New project aims to inspire new methods for manufacturing sustainable and biodegradable advanced materials such as solar panels, display screens, paints and optical devices.

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Sheffield research featured in Science Museum's ‘Future of Food’ exhibition

±¬ÁÏTV will feature prominently in the Science Museum's upcoming 'Future of Food' exhibition, opening in London on July 24, 2025.
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Over 120 different tree species found in Sheffield’s gardens

More than 120 different species of trees are growing in gardens across the city of Sheffield, a new survey has revealed.