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Sheffield students win gold in America with real-world project
Students from the University of Sheffield have won gold at the International Genetically Engineered Machine competition (iGEM) in Boston after their project, a plate reader which measures bacterial growth, impressed judges.
Categorised under: Awards and achievements, Engineering and Students and alumni
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New study pinpoints arts, humanities and social science graduates’ skills
A new study has defined for the first time the skills that graduates from the University of Sheffield develop by studying arts, humanities and social science (AHSS) degrees.
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Advanced facility planned for training next generation of aircraft maintenance engineers
A pioneering training centre for the next generation of highly skilled aircraft maintenance engineers at Doncaster Sheffield Airport could see apprentices and their trainers digitally connected to engineering experts around the globe via augmented and virtual reality technologies.
Categorised under: Engineering and Students and alumni
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Report calls for greater student support around credit transfers
Students who need to switch universities mid-course for personal reasons need greater support within the sector to prevent them dropping out of their studies altogether, a new report led by the University of Sheffield has found.
Categorised under: Students and alumni and Research
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Lords Select Committee hears from University on student democracy and civic engagement
The University of Sheffield and Sheffield Students' Union presented key information to the House of Lords Select Committee on Citizenship and Civic Engagement during its visit to Sheffield last week (Thursday 16 November).
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New super-resolution probe captures cells in unprecedented detail
Scientists have developed a new technique to capture images of the nucleus of a cell in unprecedented detail, paving the way for new insights into human disease and ageing.
Categorised under: Students and alumni, Research and Science
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Kroto school lab opens in memory of Nobel Prize winner
The University of Sheffield opened a new laboratory this week (Monday 30 October 2017) dedicated to engaging and inspiring the scientists of tomorrow, in loving memory of Sir Harry Kroto - a Sheffield graduate and Nobel Prize winner.
Categorised under: Awards and achievements, Students and alumni and Science
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Sheffield students venture out of this world to capture shots of the sun
A team of engineering students from the University of Sheffield and neighbouring universities have successfully launched a self-made telescope 25km into space and captured images of the sun.
Categorised under: Engineering, Teaching, Students and alumni and Research
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University of Sheffield celebrates 30th anniversary of Erasmus+
The University of Sheffield is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Erasmus+, the world’s largest exchange scheme, which has helped transform the lives of thousands of its students and staff.
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University of Sheffield top in north for graduate prospects
The University of Sheffield is the top university in the north of England for producing employable graduates, according to data published by the Sunday Times.
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Sheffield hosts UK's biggest physics careers fair
Students from over 20 different universities took part in the UK’s biggest physics careers fair, hosted by the University of Sheffield.
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Santander Universities supports University of Sheffield students
The University of Sheffield has signed a new three-year agreement with Santander Universities which will see the company donate £225,000 to support a range of areas across the University.
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Sheffield students helping elderly to ‘keep moving’ win national award
Students from the University of Sheffield have been honoured with a national award for their pioneering exercise initiative which is helping to make a real difference to the lives of elderly people across South Yorkshire.
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University of Sheffield supports students to reduce crime and keep safe
The University of Sheffield is joining forces with South Yorkshire Police this fortnight (from Monday 25 September 2017) to help students keep safe as they start their new academic year.
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University of Sheffield rises in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018
The University of Sheffield is celebrating its latest ranking success after rising three places in The Times and The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018 to 21st position.
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