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A “fix and flex” model explains how plants breathe
Research by scientists at the University of Sheffield is rewriting our understanding of how plants breathe.
Categorised under: Research and Science
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University of Sheffield scientists to play key role in £65 million research partnership with US
Scientists at the University of Sheffield are set to play a leading role in a new £65 million research partnership between the UK and the US, which could change our understanding of the universe.
Categorised under: International, Research and Science
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University of Sheffield astronomers explore origin of Planet 9
Astronomers at the University of Sheffield have shown that 'Planet 9' – an unseen planet on the edge of our Solar System – probably formed closer to home than previously thought.
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Scientists observe largest solar flare in 12 years
The Sun’s largest solar flare in more than 12 years – and the eighth largest since modern records began in 1996 – has been captured in high detail.
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Insects can see the world in much finer resolution than previously thought
Insects have much better vision and can see in far greater detail than previously thought, a new study from the University of Sheffield has revealed.
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Study identifies a new way to prevent deadly fungal infection spreading to the brain
Research at the University of Sheffield has identified how the behaviour of an infection can be changed to prevent serious disease.
Categorised under: Medicine, dentistry and health, Research and Science
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New solar forecasting tool could help increase efficiency and reduce energy costs
A research group at the University of Sheffield has developed a solar forecasting service, helping to increase the efficiency of the electricity system and reduce energy costs.
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Bacterial plasmids readily pick up new genes and spread them to new species
New research from the University of Sheffield has found that bacterial plasmids readily pick up new genes and spread them to new species – something which is an increasing concern for transfer of antibiotic resistance between bacterial species.
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University of Sheffield builds bridges with China
President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Sheffield Professor Sir Keith Burnett has made a three-day visit to the Chinese capital Beijing to build on partnership opportunities between the UK and China.
Categorised under: Engineering, International, Research and Science
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University of Sheffield spin-out company helping to secure the future of UK chemistry
A new spin-out company launched today (3 August 2017) by the University of Sheffield, in collaboration with the University of Leeds, will enable pharmaceutical industries to develop life-saving medicines and secure the future of chemistry research in the UK.
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Size matters: for bacteria, smaller is better for causing superbug infections
Scientists at the University of Sheffield have discovered a new insight into how one of the most common hospital superbugs causes infections – something which could be used to develop new antibiotic treatments.
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Silkworm ‘micrococoons’ could be used in biotechnology and medicine
Researchers at the University of Sheffield have helped to manufacture microscopic versions of the cocoons spun by silkworms, in order to store sensitive proteins – technology which could be used in pharmaceuticals to treat a range of debilitating illnesses.
Categorised under: Medicine, dentistry and health, Engineering, Research and Science
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New discovery in motor neurone disease and dementia could pave the way to novel treatments
New discovery in motor neurone disease and dementia could pave the way to novel treatments
Categorised under: Medicine, dentistry and health, Research and Science
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Sex-linked supergene controls sperm size, shape and swimming speed in birds
The size and swimming speed of sperm are controlled by a single supergene in birds, according to a new study by the University of Sheffield.
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New research uncovers the secrets of photosynthesis that could help develop computer technology
Scientists at the University of Sheffield have published new research illuminating how energy is transferred in molecules - something that could influence new molecular technologies for the future.