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A 3D tomography image of PP mesh
The University of Sheffield-led study found PP mesh fibres became stiffer and showed signs of degradation 60 days after implantation, as seen in this 3D tomography image.

Vaginal mesh scandal: new evidence reveals further failings

New evidence of the failings of the material at the centre of the vaginal mesh scandal has been revealed by a major study by researchers at the University of Sheffield.
Demi infront of a slide showing 'Welcome to the BGN Hackathon'

Computer Science student wins at Google hackathon

At the recent Google BGN (Black Googler Network) hackathon, Folademilade Oyeleke, a 3rd year student studying Computer Science, and her team were amongst the winners for their project built around the theme of gamification of education.
Two researchers looking at a handheld tablet in a lab

New vaccine-making process could transform pandemic response

Researchers at the University of Sheffield have been awarded funding for their infectious disease technology that could make life-saving vaccines more readily available to the world.
Engineering Heartspace building entrance
Engineering Heartspace entrance

Sheffield Engineering Subjects Ranked Among the UK's Top 10 in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025

Following on from the success in The Guardian and The Mail 2025 league tables, Engineering at Sheffield subjects have been ranked amongst the best by The Times and The Sunday Times.

UK Propulsion

UK space industry lands in Sheffield

The Faculty of Engineering hosted the UK Space Propulsion Working Group on Wednesday 9 February 2022, to discuss how it can work with the UK space industry to invest in education for the space and propulsion sector.
STEM For Girls

Sheffield event aims to inspire the next generation of scientists and engineers

The University of Sheffield welcomed over 200 local Year 9-11 (age 13 to 16) schoolgirls to an event at the Octagon Centre to show them how they can transform lives with careers in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM).
Dr Claire Corkhill from University of Sheffield's Department of Materials Science and Engineering.

Ukraine nuclear plant: Russia in control after shelling

Professor Claire Corkhill, from Materials Science and Engineering, discusses the attack on the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant in Ukraine, where a fire broke out, and explains the potential actions that could lead to a nuclear disaster.

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A delivery truck with ligh trails

Hidden cost of transport infrastructure revealed by new study

New research shows that transport’s carbon problem stems not only from tailpipe emissions but also from the construction, maintenance and operation of roads and railways themselves.
The outside of Bath Abbey on a warm summer's day

Historic buildings could be protected from rising energy bills by solar panels

Solar panels could be used to help protect key historic buildings from the rising cost of energy bills whilst also reducing their carbon footprint, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Sheffield.