Case studies archive
These case studies are examples of how we're meeting the objectives outlined in our Strategic Plan.
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Sheffield-born space mission to measure the world's forests
A space mission that will exploit our research and enable the earth's global forest biomass to be measured with unprecedented accuracy is scheduled to launch in 2020.
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Endorsing and protecting journalism of the highest standard
Our unique research centre examines media standards and exposes ways in which media freedom is undermined or abused.
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Providing the evidence to fight cancer and save lives
Our research has made a major contribution to fighting colorectal cancer by informing policy to help reduce the incidence, morbidity and mortality associated with the disease.
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Cutting carbon emissions and costs through collaboration
Helping companies cut their carbon emissions and associated costs.
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Testing treatments in a virtual world
The creation of models of human cells, organs and systems will bring new understanding of disease, support discovery of new drugs and help visualisation of the effects of treatments.
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History and material culture
The inclusion of material culture in the history curriculum demands new research practices and skills.
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Providing the evidence for policy change
Researchers from the School of Health and Related Research are making a major contribution to the national and international debate on alcohol pricing.
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Discovering a stem cell cure for deafness
Our research is giving new hope for the treatment of auditory neuropathy, a common form of deafness.
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Growth and investment in engineering
Our New Engineering Building will enhance our drive to redefine excellence in engineering education well into the 21st century.
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Pioneering research into neurodegenerative disease
We're researching the causes of and cures for motor neurone disease (MND), Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease and spinal muscular atrophy.
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Patients educating doctors
Patients as Educators involves members of the local community volunteering their time to teach students how to become caring and effective doctors.
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International collaboration unlocks the universe
Our scientists and technicians are involved in the world's largest physics experiment at CERN, the European Organisation for Nuclear Research near Geneva.
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Improving the efficiency of the aerospace industry
Our long-standing relationship with Rolls-Royce plc keeps the company directly connected to cutting-edge academic research capability.
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Engineers break down barriers for Kieron
Bringing together engineering and enterprise to solve problems that change lives.
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A new model for developing skills in advanced manufacture
The AMRC Training Centre brings research and world-class engineering to trainees.
Categorised under: Cultivating Ambition