Social Science - University of Sheffield

Jet stream changes cause climatically exceptional Greenland Ice Sheet melt

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 08:40:00 +0100

Research from the University of Sheffield has shown that unusual changes in atmospheric jet stream circulation caused the exceptional surface melt of the Greenland Ice Sheet (GrIS) in summer 2012.

Major study compiles recent technology advances to more accurately predict climate-change impact

Wed, 05 Jun 2013 18:00:00 +0100

Climate change experts led by the University of Sheffield say advances in simulations are creating a more accurate picture of the future, and current global sea-level rise due to Antarctic ice loss might only be half what has been reported in major studies in the last few years.

Research outlines 19 ways for businesses to drive positive behaviour in society

Fri, 31 May 2013 15:55:00 +0100

A handbook offering advice for businesses of every kind to help drive much needed social change the world over has been formulated by experts from the University of Sheffield’s Management School.

University of Sheffield chosen as Centre of Excellence for Engineering and Architecture

Wed, 15 May 2013 12:18:00 +0100

The University of Sheffield’s Department of Civil Engineering and School of Architecture have been chosen by the Royal Academy of Engineering to jointly develop one of four new ‘Centres of Excellence in Sustainable Building Design’ in the UK.

The softer side to the 'Iron Lady'

Mon, 08 Apr 2013 16:59:00 +0100

The 'Iron Lady' may have been more vulnerable and isolated than many people understood according to the Professor of Parliamentary Government and Governance at the University of Sheffield.

Enterprising infants show how taking risks in the classroom develops great learning

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 12:06:00 +0100

The University of Sheffield's Management School have been helping children transform their learning through an innovative enterprise programme.

BBC’s Robert Peston to present business lecture

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 14:28:00 +0000

BBC Business Editor Robert Peston will discuss the British economy at the second lecture of the Sheffield Political Economy Research Institute (SPERI) held at the University of Sheffield next month.

Future world leaders exercise powers of persuasion

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 10:22:00 +0000

World leaders and delegates of the future have been exercising their powers of persuasion at a unique workshop hosted by the University of Sheffield.

World’s first database of baseball statues compiled by UK researchers

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 11:28:00 +0000

The first ever database of statues commemorating baseball’s biggest stars, featuring legendary players, managers, owners, broadcasters and even famous fans, has been compiled by researchers from the University of Sheffield.

Independent investigation reveals communities’ thoughts on Government’s Green Deal

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 11:39:00 +0000

Implications and challenges surrounding the Governments energy-efficiency flagship programme the Green Deal have been raised by University of Sheffield researchers following an investigation into what low income communities in the Yorkshire and Humberside region think of the scheme.

Research into living walls aims to improve urban life

Tue, 19 Feb 2013 14:06:00 +0000

A year-long research programme at the University of Sheffield is aiming to improve urban life in the UK through the use of living walls.

Ever wondered why ice is sometimes slippy and other times not?

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 11:33:00 +0000

A geoscientist from the University of Sheffield has explained why some of the ice caused by the Arctic conditions this month is slippy and other times it is almost grippy underfoot.

Paper maps out growth model with hard-hitting policies

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 09:22:00 +0000

Hard-hitting practical policy suggestions make up a groundbreaking growth model of the British economy which has been created by a unique research centre at the University of Sheffield.

Students devise plans for economic regeneration in Sheffield

Thu, 20 Dec 2012 18:08:00 +0000

Students at the University of Sheffield have devised plans for economic regeneration in Sheffield which have been presented to Sheffield City Council for consideration.

United Nations urged to protect journalists’ safety and media freedom worldwide

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 08:54:00 +0000

The University of Sheffield's Centre for Freedom of the Media (CFOM) and the BBC College of Journalism are today (22 November 2012) urging the United Nations (UN) to address the rising trend of violence against media workers and protect journalists' safety.

Blog to drive debate on global financial growth

Thu, 08 Nov 2012 12:01:00 +0000

A blog launched today (8 Novemer 2012) by the University of Sheffield is aiming to become a centre for discussions on worldwide political and economic challenges led by international researchers.

Hidden cyberbullying is as common as conventional counterpart in the workplace

Mon, 05 Nov 2012 10:58:00 +0000

Cyberbullying through e-mail, text and web posts is as common in the workplace as conventional bullying but even more difficult to uncover, research by experts from the University of Sheffield has revealed.

Festival to bring social science research to the city

Fri, 26 Oct 2012 11:52:00 +0100

University of Sheffield will host more than a dozen events planned as part of the national Festival of Social Sciences next month with more events organised across the city than any other place outside of London.

Why did incy wincy spider climb up the water spout?

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 14:51:00 +0100

The history of Little Miss Muffet, Jack and Jill, and Incy Wincy Spider, is set to be the focus of Education experts from the University of Sheffield, in the form of a unique new resource.

Ice-sheet retreat controlled by the landscape

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 11:43:00 +0100

Ice-sheet retreat can halt temporarily during long phases of climate warming, a UK team including an expert from the University of Sheffield have revealed.