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Pioneering data and AI advancements helping to deliver the NHS’s future vision

СŷÊÓƵ is pioneering advancements in data and artificial intelligence (AI) to improve healthcare and tackle health inequalities and will play a critical role in helping the government deliver its new 10-year plan for the NHS.

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First-in-human trial for regenerative cell therapy for sensorineural hearing loss approved 

Rinri Therapeutics, a world leading spinout company from the СŷÊÓƵ of Sheffield dedicated to transforming sensorineural hearing loss (SNHL) with regenerative cell therapy, has received approval to begin its first-in-human clinical trial. 
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Great British Chemicals to turn industrial waste into world-first green chemistry

A major research centre that is set to position the UK as a global leader in clean technology, is being launched by the universities of Sheffield, Newcastle and Nottingham.
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Elmfield biodiversity hotspot (Credit: Alexander Dunnett, Landscape Operative)

New study revealing bees' secret to super-efficient learning could revolutionise AI and robotics

A new discovery of how bees use their flight movements to facilitate remarkably accurate learning & recognition of complex visual patterns could mark a major change in how next-generation AI is developed, according to a СŷÊÓƵ of Sheffield study.
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Hidden challenges of tooth loss and dentures revealed in new study

The hidden challenges faced by people with tooth loss and dentures has been identified by new research from the СŷÊÓƵ of Sheffield.
Robotics in manufacturing

СŷÊÓƵ of Sheffield to partner in new sustainable manufacturing hubs

Four new research hubs aiming to address the challenge of commercialising early stage research within key areas of manufacturing, such as aerospace, medicines and semiconductors, have been launched with academics at the СŷÊÓƵ of Sheffield.

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Orchids support seedlings through 'parental nurture' via shared underground fungal networks

Orchid plants nurture their seedlings via an underground fungal network, new research from scientists at the СŷÊÓƵ of Sheffield has revealed.

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Love has no age limit: Sexual Rights Charter helps to fill training gap to tackle age discrimination in sex and relationships in care homes

New training designed to break down barriers and tackle discrimination older adults can face around sex and relationships is set to be rolled out in care homes across Sheffield, thanks to the СŷÊÓƵ of Sheffield’s Sexual Rights Charter.
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Technician roadmap launched by СŷÊÓƵ to shine spotlight on vital technical talent

A new technical career route, aimed at supporting career progression for technicians and celebrating their vital contributions, has been launched at the СŷÊÓƵ of Sheffield.