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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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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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GTIMC Spades in the ground event October 2021
Left to right:Paul Turner, Robertson Yorkshire & East Midlands Managing Director, Prof Sue Hartley, University of Sheffield Vice-President for Research, Dan Jarvis, Mayor of South Yorkshire, & Prof Mimoun Azzouz, University of Sheffield GTIMC Hub Director
12 October 2021

Construction begins on new multi-million gene therapy innovation centre

A groundbreaking event has been held to mark the start of construction work for a new gene therapy innovation centre, which is set to advance scientific discoveries and promising treatment options for many life-threatening diseases.
Neuroscience conference 2021
23 September 2021

Neuroscience Institute Autumn Conference 2021

The Neuroscience Institute at The University of Sheffield is excited to announce that registration is now open for our free virtual autumn conference, to be held on the 21st and 22nd October 2021.
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29 July 2021

Innovative gene therapy programme paves the way for new treatments for neurodegenerative diseases

An innovative gene therapy programme which could pave the way for novel treatments for neurodegenerative diseases, has been launched at the University of Sheffield in collaboration with the Cell and Gene Therapy Catapult.

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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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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