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University of Sheffield chosen as Centre of Excellence for Engineering and Architecture
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.
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Energy switch-off generates engineering scholarships
Green-thinking engineers at the University of Sheffield have been switching-off lights, computers and machinery in a bid to save money on energy bills in order to create new scholarships.
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University of Sheffield appoints Mike Tynan as chief executive of Nuclear AMRC
Mike Tynan, currently chief executive of Westinghouse UK, has been appointed chief executive of the Nuclear AMRC by the University of Sheffield.
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Sir Trevor McDonald presents talented engineers of the future with national awards
Two tremendously talented engineers of the future from the University of Sheffield have been recognised with prestigious national awards.
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Sheffield overtakes Cambridge for engineering research income
The University of Sheffield has overtaken the University of Cambridge for engineering research income, confirming the institution as a world-leader in the field.
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Imaging and modelling the brain to help earlier dementia diagnosis
A major European project, led by the University of Sheffield, will develop sophisticated image-based biophysical models of the human brain to enable early diagnosis of dementia and help doctors predict the progression of the disease.
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Sensory helmet could mean firefighters are not left in the dark
A specially-adapted ‘tactile helmet’, developed by researchers at the University of Sheffield, could provide fire-fighters operating in challenging conditions with vital clues about their surroundings.
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Swarming robots could be the servants of the future
Swarms of robots acting together to carry out jobs could provide new opportunities for humans to harness the power of machines.
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Research leads towards new standard tests for tennis courts
Tennis players can adapt their movement/playing style in response to subtle differences in court constructions, according to new research by engineers at the University of Sheffield.
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Six Nations Rugby Union: were the gloves off?
As the Six Nations Cup reached its patriotic climax, two University of Sheffield engineers were keeping a closely scientific eye on the ball. Experts in tribology – the science of friction – Drs Roger Lewis and Matt Carré are more interested in grip than glory.
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Researchers take you on a journey of discovery
Smashing strawberries to extract the DNA, mini creatures living all over our bodies, and medical implants used in hospital operations are just some of the things to be amazed by when the University of Sheffield opens up its doors for Discovery Night as part of the Sheffield Festival of Science and Engineering.
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The human musculoskeletal system created using computer models will lead to personalised treatment
A computer model of the human musculoskeletal system will be mapped out by researchers at the University of Sheffield following a £6.7 million grant that will lead to personalised treatment for diseases such as osteoporosis, arthritis and back pain, saving money and resulting in better outcomes and faster recovery.
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City launches festival of science and engineering
A fortnight-long festival showcasing science and engineering in the city, which is led by the University of Sheffield and Sheffield Hallam University, returns this month in a new form, bigger and better than ever before.
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Report calls for Bradford's hidden asset to be uncovered
A river once deemed the ‘filthiest in England’ could become attractive and healthy again, according to the final report of the Bradford Beck project, published today (5 March 2013). The report lays out ambitious plans to clean up and improve the river, allowing wildlife to thrive and making it an asset to the West Yorkshire city.
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Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson meets engineers of tomorrow
Legendary Manchester United Football Club manager Sir Alex Ferguson visited the University of Sheffield's Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre’s pioneering apprenticeship training centre which will provide the next generation of world leading engineers.
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