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Papin Prize

Engineering technicians earn Papin Prize shortlist recognition

Recognised for their crucial role, the 2025 Papin Prize selection committee has shortlisted three talented technicians from across the Faculty of Engineering, acknowledging their significant impact and expertise within their respective fields.
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Sheffield students put to the test in Siemens competition

In collaboration with Siemens, the university's Digital Innovation Zone (DIZ) recently hosted an exciting 'Digitally Designed Stories' competition, culminating in a showcase of exceptional student talent and ingenuity.

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Circular economy network gains funding for digital tech innovation

Experts at the University of Sheffield will be part of a new research network after receiving EPSRC funding of £2 million in Digital Innovation and Circular Economy (DICE).
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Siemens Connects with Students at 'A Day in the Life' Event

Over 60 University of Sheffield students gained valuable insights into career opportunities at Siemens during the recent 'A Day in the Life' talk and networking event.
Dr Brant Walkley

Concrete is a climate disaster. It’s time to clean it up.

Dr Brant Walkley, from the Department of Chemical and Biological Engineering, discusses the process behind creating cement, and the amount of carbon dioxide that is released throughout.

| Published by Wired UK
Prof Jim Litster

Academy celebrates first new Fellows elected under Fit for the Future diversity initiative

Professor Jim Litster, Faculty Vice President and Head of the Faculty of Engineering, has been announced as a new Fellow of the Royal Academy of Engineering.

| Published via Royal Academy
fluoridate water

What contaminants lurk in the UK’s drinking water? An expert explains

Should we be worried about what is in our drinking water? Vanessa Speight, Professor of Professor of Integrated Water Systems in the Department of Civil and Structural Engineering investigates.

| Published in The Conversation (external link)
BioMedEng21

Insigneo Institute hosts BioMedEng21 conference at the University of Sheffield

BioMedEng21, the UK’s largest gathering of Biomedical Engineers, Medical Engineers and Bioengineers was hosted by the Insigneo Institute and the Department of Materials Science and Engineering on 6th – 7th September 2021 in the Diamond Building.

Materials researcher recognised as leader of innovation