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University of Sheffield generates £4.82 billion for South Yorkshire and UK economies

Â鶹ÊÓƵ generates over £4.82 billion for the UK economy and delivers a £6.40 return for every pound spent, according to a new report highlighting the Russell Group institution’s crucial role in driving economic growth.
CC Brand Founder and Inventor Drew Colgrave, Jimmy ‘The Whirlwind’ White, CC Brand Consultant Karl Lawrence, and Professor Simon Goodwin from the University of Sheffield
(LtoR) CC Brand Founder and Inventor Drew Colgrave, Jimmy ‘The Whirlwind’ White, CC Brand Consultant Karl Lawrence, and Professor Simon Goodwin from the University of Sheffield

Astrophysics meets snooker: University experts partner with Sheffield firm to pioneer the sport’s future

University of Sheffield researchers are collaborating with a Sheffield company at the heart of snooker’s modern evolution to develop next generation equipment, bringing 21st century science into one of the world’s most tradition-steeped sports.
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Quench your thirst for knowledge at Sheffield's Pint of Science festival

The world’s largest festival of public science is set to return to Sheffield next month (Monday 19 May - Wednesday 21 May), with scientists & researchers from the University of Sheffield taking to the city’s pubs & venues to share their discoveries.
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Academics reveal stories of young refugees as part of Migration Matters Festival

Academics are set to share the stories of young refugees’ journeys to the UK next week, as Sheffield’s Migration Matters Festival 2020 goes digital in response to the coronavirus pandemic.

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Comment: The beauty and magic of live music gigs can never be replicated online

Professor Vanessa Toulmin, Director of City and Culture at the University of Sheffield, discusses the importance of supporting Sheffield's musicians during the coronavirus pandemic.
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More local food supplies could prevent empty shelves after pandemic, say experts

University of Sheffield academics to investigate the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on local food suppliers
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People needed to help uncover stories of Yorkshire’s industrial past and communities

A new app that is inviting people to help uncover the history behind one of Yorkshire’s oldest industrial areas by

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Sheffield’s COVID-19 experts to host online Q&A event

Â鶹ÊÓƵ and Sheffield Teaching Hospitals to host a live online event on COVID-19 research as part of International Clinical Trials Day