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Neuroscience Institute

The Neuroscience Institute at the University of Sheffield brings together leading experts in medicine, science and engineering to better understand the nervous system and tackle the biggest challenges in neuroscience.

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Nerve cells
Translational 
White matter pathways of the human brain revealed by diffusion tensor imaging
Computational and systems 
Transverse section of a spinal cord
Sensory and developmental 

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Harnessing advances in neuroscience 

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Department of Neuroscience 

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Neurons
11 June 2021

Frequent strenuous exercise increases the chance of developing MND in genetically at risk individuals

Frequent strenuous exercise increases the risk of developing motor neurone disease (MND) in certain people, new research from the University of Sheffield has found.
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13 May 2021

Now seeking a scientific researcher and a senior clinical academic in Dementia / Neurodegeneration.

The University of Sheffield is investing in dementia research and we are now seeking a scientific researcher and a senior clinical academic in Dementia / Neurodegeneration.

Old and newly made dopamine-producing nerve cells in the zebrafish brain
Old and newly made dopamine-producing nerve cells in the zebrafish brain
23 March 2021

Parkinson's gene may impair how new neurons are made throughout our lifetime

A gene defect linked to Parkinson’s disease may not only cause the early death of neurons, but also impair the process that generates neurons in the brain throughout our lifetime, a new study has revealed.

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Artist impression of the new Gene Therapy Innovation Manufacturing Centre
18 March 2021

New gene therapy innovation centre to advance scientific discoveries into life-changing treatments

A pioneering gene therapy innovation centre at the University of Sheffield is set to advance scientific discoveries into promising treatment options for millions of patients with life-threatening diseases.

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