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KE Awards 2025 winner

Knowledge Exchange and Impact Award winners announced

The University's second annual Knowledge Exchange and Impact Awards honoured colleagues for their exceptional achievements and the far-reaching impact of their collaborations with partners at local, national and international levels.
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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.
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New collaboration harnesses COVID methods to combat multi-billion threat to UK forests

Harnessing methods used to successfully predict and understand the spread of COVID-19 during the pandemic, a new University of Sheffield project aims to combat the impact of forest diseases that can cost the UK economy billions.
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Professor Ben Hatchwell honoured in The American Ornithological Society (AOS) awards for achievements in ornithological research

Professor Ben Hatchwell will receive the Elliott Coues Award that recognises outstanding and innovative contributions to ornithological research.
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New research to rewire photosynthesis for sustainable food and energy

Professor Matt Johnson in the School of Biosciences has been awarded a major new BBSRC grant which aims to use selective breeding (gene-editing) to rewire photosynthesis in plants.
Arthur Willis Environment Centre

World class training - International dual award PhDs in Plant & Soil Science now open

These new studentships offer a unique opportunity to join a vibrant and collaborative research community spanning two world-class institutions in Sheffield, UK and Sydney, Australia.