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This area contains news from the University since October 2020. For stories from 2010 to October 2020, use the 'News archive' above or search at the top of the page.
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Unpaid carers providing more hours of care than ever, according to new Unpaid Care Dashboard

Unpaid carers are now providing more hours of care than ever, according to a new interactive digital dashboard, launched by the Centre for Care at the University of Sheffield.
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Dr Craig McClain photographing a whale shark off the coast of Cancun, Mexico. Photo by Dr Alistair Dove

New body-size database holds the key to saving marine life

A new tool which catalogues the maximum body size of marine animals is opening the door to a deeper understanding of the ocean’s biodiversity
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Reduction in length of immunotherapy treatment for hard-to-treat melanoma shows promise in clinical trial

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Runway Park: A vision for innovation-led growth takes flight

A transformative University of Sheffield development designed to attract investment, create high-quality jobs and accelerate economic growth unveils its new look as Runway Park is officially launched to industry.
Reverend Kate Bottley with her honorary degree

Broadcaster Reverend Kate Bottley receives honorary degree

Broadcaster Reverend Kate Bottley has been awarded an honorary degree from the University of Sheffield, in recognition of her successful career and work to support inclusivity in society.
Two apprentices at the AMRC Training Centre using tools and being advised by an tutor

Ofsted report praises high standard of apprenticeships at University of Sheffield

The University of Sheffield has been praised for delivering good quality apprenticeships and having strong links with industry by a recent Ofsted inspection.
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Survival rates for patients with operable bladder cancer significantly improved by immunotherapy before and after surgery

​​​​​​​A major clinical trial, led by the University of Sheffield, has revealed survival rates for patients with operable bladder cancer are significantly improved by adding an immunotherapy drug to before and after surgery.

Picture of the ear piece device which is designed to help people regain arm strength after a stroke

Stroke trial tests game-changing device to tackle arm weakness 

A groundbreaking trial, to test a device designed to help people regain arm strength after a stroke, is being led by the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust. 
Professor Sir Fraser Stoddart

Tributes to University of Sheffield lecturer and Nobel prize-winning chemist 

​​​​​​​Tributes from the global scientific community have been paid to a former University of Sheffield lecturer and Nobel prize winning chemist, Professor Sir J.Fraser Stoddart.Â