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We have been rated 1st in the UK in terms of the quality of our research. In the Research Excellence Framework 2021, 100 per cent of research and impact from our department has been classed as world-leading or internationally excellent.

Research Excellence Framework 2021

Physics at Sheffield rated 1st in the UK

In the REF 2021, 100 per cent of research and impact from the Department of Physics and Astronomy has been classed as world-leading or internationally excellent.

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18 August 2022

Size matters: how Sheffield physicists are exploring the very small and the very large

This year, Physics and Astronomy at the University of Sheffield was ranked top in the Research Excellence Framework 2021. We spoke to some of the scientists behind this achievement, who are creating unique research opportunities for their students.

8 July 2022

Student research into 2D materials is shaping the future of our 3D world

The unique properties 2D materials are ushering us into an exciting age of nanotechnology. PhD students Sam Randerson and Amelia Wood are studying these exciting nanomaterials to explore their potential for quantum computing and medical technology.

12 May 2022

Physics at Sheffield rated 1st in the UK for the quality of research

In the Research Excellence Framework 2021, 100 per cent of research and impact from the Department of Physics and Astronomy has been classed as world-leading or internationally excellent.

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