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. You are here Home Neuroscience Institute Our research Translational Computational and systems Sensory and developmental Impact About us Harnessing advances in neuroscience Expertise People Facilities Department of Neuroscience News 27 September 2022 Breaks in what was historically thought to be ‘junk’ DNA give insight into neurological disease ‘Junk’ DNA could unlock new treatments for neurological disorders as scientists discover how its breaks and repairs affect our protection against neurological disease. 14 October 2022 £12 million to accelerate scientific discoveries into new medical treatments The National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) Sheffield Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) has received a £12 million funding boost. NIHR Sheffield Biomedical Research Centre 21 September 2022 Promising MND drug helps slow disease progression and benefits patients physically Scientists believe a new genetically-targeted therapy to treat motor neurone disease (MND) could be a turning point for patient care, after the results of a Phase 3 clinical trial showed significant physical benefits for patients after 12 months. Artist impression of the new Gene Therapy Innovation Manufacturing Centre 28 July 2022 New multi-million gene therapy innovation centre construction complete Construction has finished on the pioneering gene therapy innovation centre. The new building will advance scientific discoveries into promising treatment options for millions of patients with life-threatening diseases. View all Neuroscience Institute news Connect Contact Partner with us Study Follow us on Twitter Study with us Undergraduate courses Postgraduate courses Find a PhD About us Our research Harnessing advances in neuroscience News
