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Actin in a developing butterfly scale

Secrets of how butterfly wings get their vibrant colours revealed

The secret of how butterfly wings get their vibrant colours has been revealed in a groundbreaking study.
Fluorescently labelled mutant stem cells differentiated toward sympathetic neurons. Image recorded by Dr. Ingrid Saldana

Stem cells provide new insight into genetic pathway of childhood cancer

Scientists have discovered a new insight into the genetic pathway of childhood cancer, offering new hope for tailored treatments.
Dr Elena Rainero in her lab

New research to investigate protein that fuels breast cancer

Researchers from the University of Sheffield are investigating how breast cancer cells survive and grow, thanks to new funding from Breast Cancer Now.

University of Sheffield voted University of the Year by students

The University of Sheffield has been voted University of the Year, Best Students' Union and Best Student Life at the Whatuni Student Choice Awards (WUSCAs) 2024.  
Image shows children's artwork for BioFest Zine

Sheffield schoolchildren's artwork helps inspire the next generation of bioscientists

Bright young minds from five Sheffield secondary schools are helping to illuminate the wonders of bioscience and its role in tackling humanity’s biggest challenges thanks to a University of Sheffield project.