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Date Title 20 December 2010 Sheffield report reveals recommendation to mental health services for veterans 20 December 2010 Study finds food in early life affects fertility 17 December 2010 Students bring festive cheer to a host of charities 15 December 2010 University appoints new head of Human Resources 15 December 2010 Women of Steel share stories for oral history project 14 December 2010 Pupils put to the test in Apprentice-style event 14 December 2010 Students talk weird physics at Christmas lecture 14 December 2010 New online tool helps examine miracles over time 10 December 2010 Trial shows new drug does not improve survival rates in breast cancer patients 09 December 2010 Sheffield study sheds light on police custody 09 December 2010 Festive cheer for international students over Christmas 08 December 2010 Public event shares latest findings in dementia research 08 December 2010 University research aims to solve major questions in reproductive biology 06 December 2010 Expert discusses Sheffield's greatest Dark Age relic 29 November 2010 Study finds patients are missing out on specialist care 24 November 2010 Sheffield students support local charity in televised funding bid 22 November 2010 Researchers unearth forgotten history of the Sheffield Jungle 19 November 2010 Nuclear AMRC construction launched by Her Majesty The Queen 18 November 2010 Her Majesty The Queen visits award-winning volunteering projects 18 November 2010 World-leading motor neurone disease centre officially opened by Her Majesty The Queen 18 November 2010 University set to welcome Her Majesty The Queen 11 November 2010 Volunteers needed for meningitis study 11 November 2010 University research reveals deaf adults see better than hearing people 10 November 2010 Professor debates migrant rights under the Coalition Government 09 November 2010 Family behaviour helps schizophrenics avoid relapse 09 November 2010 University and theatre company bring science to the stage 09 November 2010 Planetary system discovered around double stars 05 November 2010 Pakhtoon Schools Project gets international backing 04 November 2010 University set to welcome Her Majesty The Queen 04 November 2010 Simon Armitage set to take up new post in Sheffield 03 November 2010 Sheffield student comedy festival raises £1,500 for charity 02 November 2010 Study shows how ancient plants and soil fungi turned the Earth green 02 November 2010 Engineering students at University make cash for charity 01 November 2010 New project explores what makes a gay icon 01 November 2010 Chemistry meets politics in unique pairing scheme 01 November 2010 Sheffield professor entertains at Fright Night 01 November 2010 DLA Piper CEO returns to Sheffield for lecture and honorary professorship 29 October 2010 Careers fair to be held for Yorkshire students 29 October 2010 New physics law sheds light on measurement precision 27 October 2010 Expert to discuss turbulent history of Park Hill flats 27 October 2010 Sports star launches scheme for student athletes 26 October 2010 Halloween birthday for Heeley City Farm Roundhouse 25 October 2010 Sheffield named a `Centre of Excellence´ in blood cancer research 22 October 2010 Challenge day puts aspiring doctors to the test 21 October 2010 Snap of fruit fly embryo wins scientific photo competition 21 October 2010 Research sheds light on impact of space weather 20 October 2010 Researchers receive £4 million electron lithography system 19 October 2010 Research brings cure for Parkinson´s disease a step closer 18 October 2010 New play maps the unusual stories of our world 15 October 2010 Students support Brazilian Olympians in Sheffield 15 October 2010 Biofuel production device scoops third innovation award 14 October 2010 Forgotten art of letter writing revisited in Sheffield 14 October 2010 Researchers shed light on children´s perception 13 October 2010 Entrepreneurial students impress at World Championships 13 October 2010 Exhibition celebrates iconic library´s 50th birthday 11 October 2010 New report urges risk analysis of medical technologies 11 October 2010 Lecturer snaps up photographic triumph 11 October 2010 Students´ Union officially opens after £5 million revamp 11 October 2010 Britain´s leading tenor headlines Autumn Concert Season 08 October 2010 Director of Student Services appointed Vice-Chair of AUA 07 October 2010 Graduates launch travel company with a twist 04 October 2010 Sales skills not the ultimate key to success in The Apprentice 01 October 2010 Robotics expert calls for control on military robots 01 October 2010 New atlas sheds light on inequality in Nigeria 01 October 2010 Study shows real partners are no match for ideal mate 30 September 2010 Giant radio telescope to look at first ever stars 29 September 2010 Research reveals pitfalls of employees working remotely 29 September 2010 University staff receive Academicians honour 28 September 2010 New technology to improve care for children with diabetes 28 September 2010 Architecture Roadshow inspires local youngsters 28 September 2010 Sheffield to deliver business degree in Shanghai 23 September 2010 New energy efficient concrete could reduce road closures 22 September 2010 Researchers crack cuckoo egg mystery 21 September 2010 New housing tool set to improve life for older people 20 September 2010 Leading cancer experts discuss research advances 17 September 2010 Semiconductor research gets £10 million boost 17 September 2010 Computers improve the quality of life in care homes 16 September 2010 Graduates travel 9,500 miles in gruelling charity challenge 15 September 2010 Galactic collisions fuel the most powerful objects in the Universe 15 September 2010 Sheffield expert designs unique new rain garden 14 September 2010 Study shows tranquil scenes have positive impact on brain 13 September 2010 Innovative photovoltaic technology showcased to royalty 13 September 2010 Breakthrough in drug trial offers hope for heart attack patients 10 September 2010 Chinese student gives new perspectives on learning 10 September 2010 Entrepreneurs flock to entertaining enterprise show 31 August 2010 Home computers set to revolutionise healthcare 20 August 2010 Deputy Prime Minister opens University Solar Farm 20 August 2010 Students' expedition uncovers over 100 new caves 13 August 2010 Students head to festival to bring science to the public 09 August 2010 New `dentist´ test to detect oral cancer will save lives 05 August 2010 Award-winning Students´ Union receives gold status 05 August 2010 Engineering students revved up in racing showdown 03 August 2010 Senior University staff member appointed AMOSSHE Chair 03 August 2010 Future doctors inspired by medical summer school 02 August 2010 Study finds deep, open ocean is vastly under-explored 30 July 2010 Research sheds light on pros and cons of team diversity 26 July 2010 British expert warns of a coming robot crime wave 23 July 2010 Home-grown holiday spirit at Kelham Island Museum 23 July 2010 Graduates cross deserts and mountains in charity feat 23 July 2010 Inequalities in premature mortality in Britain 22 July 2010 Indian competition winner graduates with top degree 22 July 2010 New English Language Teaching Centre opens in Sheffield 21 July 2010 Most massive stars ever discovered 21 July 2010 Marriage patterns drive fertility decline 21 July 2010 Mountain marmots made bigger by climate change 16 July 2010 Funding boost for food security research 15 July 2010 Blades Chairman and former University Registrar to receive honorary degrees 14 July 2010 Community excavation to uncover the past at City Farm 14 July 2010 Eminent engineer receives prestigious Fellowship 13 July 2010 Psychology groups celebrates 25th anniversary in the city 13 July 2010 Understanding the structure of plastic-based solar cells 12 July 2010 Experts apply new technique to crack egg shell problem 09 July 2010 University awarded for work with care leaver students 09 July 2010 Michelin starred chefs share culinary expertise 08 July 2010 Childhood experts discuss youth in transition 08 July 2010 Sporty students warm up for epic cycle challenge 08 July 2010 Governors celebrate their commitment to the region 07 July 2010 Robotic eye exhibition sheds light on how the brain works 06 July 2010 New study contradicts negative perceptions of the menopause 06 July 2010 Research helps predict future impact of climate change 05 July 2010 Exhibition recreates Alice´s Wonderland in Sheffield 05 July 2010 Triple award honor for Sheffield professor 05 July 2010 University student scoops Unionist of the Year title 02 July 2010 Graduate sets world record for rowing around Great Britain 02 July 2010 Community invited to help find `lost´ Tudor mansion 01 July 2010 Bright young sparks enjoy sunshine science extravaganza 01 July 2010 Pupils pedal their way to healthy eating 30 June 2010 Executives volunteer to build Iron Age roundhouse 30 June 2010 Donor shortages lead to people seeking fertility treatment abroad 29 June 2010 University appoints new Anglican chaplain 29 June 2010 Research links workplace bullying with ill-health 29 June 2010 Exhibit offers insight into stars through sound 28 June 2010 Pupils turn legal eagles at University 28 June 2010 Experts discuss how we can be happier at work 28 June 2010 Papers of renowned scientist catalogued at dedicated new archive centre 28 June 2010 Uncovered: the lives of the poor in Eighteenth-century London 25 June 2010 Match of the Days Gone By 25 June 2010 Exhibition showcases reflective Russian images 24 June 2010 New centre to house world's most powerful microscope 24 June 2010 Universities unite for Disability Outreach Conference 23 June 2010 SheffieldVolunteering project claims national award 23 June 2010 Pupils explore world of medicine with Professor Fluffy 23 June 2010 Campaigner for disabled awarded Chancellor's Medal 23 June 2010 University signs agreement to support life-long learning 22 June 2010 Nobel Prize winner takes kids on scientific adventure 22 June 2010 Families get stuck into science at workshop 21 June 2010 Santander pledges support for students in Sheffield 21 June 2010 University sets up solar farm for photovoltaic research 21 June 2010 Experts discover heavenly solar music 21 June 2010 Rice yields researched to tackle food security issues 18 June 2010 Sheffield wins two awards for outstanding departments 18 June 2010 University student shortlisted for Unionist of the Year 17 June 2010 Youngsters try their hand at slimy science experiments 17 June 2010 Researchers investigate spin of World Cup football 16 June 2010 Sheffield graduate's 'buckyball' listed in top 10 discoveries 15 June 2010 Archaeologists shed light on Sheffield´s cutlery works 15 June 2010 Water Amnesty pumps savings into charity 14 June 2010 Sheffield medic named as most promising in Europe 14 June 2010 Alumni football tournament kicks off World Cup fever 11 June 2010 Volunteers celebrate their positive impact on Sheffield 11 June 2010 Students receive Employee of the Year Awards 10 June 2010 New therapy offers hope to Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) patients 09 June 2010 CBI Chief discusses current challenges facing higher education 09 June 2010 New project set to track Sheffield dialect over the years 08 June 2010 New research highlights emergency care practices 08 June 2010 Students host Summer Fete for whole community 08 June 2010 Academy Award for Walking with Robots 08 June 2010 Research shows personality can predict fertility 07 June 2010 Survey identifies football fans´ view of cheating 07 June 2010 Unique course gives a voice to stories of Sheffield 07 June 2010 Student `scoops´ world title for speedy ice cream 03 June 2010 Health drive gets DVD `boost´ 02 June 2010 University experts offer skills to protect city building 02 June 2010 Research hands out grades for energy efficient housing 01 June 2010 Sheffield mature student praised for learning achievements 28 May 2010 Students turn Chief Execs to learn big business skills 28 May 2010 Duke in Sheffield to see progress on pioneering MND Centre 28 May 2010 Student uses pedal power to create novel machine 27 May 2010 Celebration of student villages `kicked off´ in sporting style 27 May 2010 Alcohol-related death rates much higher in deprived areas of England and Wales 27 May 2010 `Bookworms´ make a splash for charity 25 May 2010 £1m funding boost for research into alcohol policy 21 May 2010 Youngsters pitch their big ideas on the planet 21 May 2010 Water loss detection technique wins competition top spot 21 May 2010 University academics celebrated by esteemed Fellowship 20 May 2010 Teenagers celebrate step towards career in medicine 20 May 2010 Thatching and history hit Heeley City Farm 20 May 2010 Study finds female damselflies prefer `hot´ males 19 May 2010 Budding artists showcase their talent 18 May 2010 Volunteers host ball for adults with learning difficulties 18 May 2010 New approaches in battle against breast cancer are `promising´ 18 May 2010 Top prize for 'Intelligent-Care' system to help patients 17 May 2010 EU funded study sheds light on stem cells 17 May 2010 Green students build glow-in-the-dark dinosaur 14 May 2010 University and Cathedral host summer music festival 14 May 2010 Enterprising students win prizes 13 May 2010 Student receives prestigious Chinese Government award 11 May 2010 Unique map shows General Election results in new light 10 May 2010 University goes green as EEK Week hits 10 May 2010 University experts produce ageing research road map 06 May 2010 Student reporters cover the general election in Sheffield 06 May 2010 University experts prove British summer is advancing 05 May 2010 Spotlight on the history of Sheffield Theatres 05 May 2010 Scottish and Irish perspectives on future of UK 05 May 2010 Youngsters receive Achievement Award at University 05 May 2010 Sheffield students take enterprise to a global scale 04 May 2010 Husband and wife honoured by University for contribution to genetics 04 May 2010 University hosts talk to discuss history of elections 28 April 2010 Scholarships honour memory of former Vice-Chancellor 28 April 2010 Student volunteers join the Big Spring Clean Up 28 April 2010 Hedge of friendship unveiled at student village 27 April 2010 Sheffield professor talks politics on eve of election 23 April 2010 Students host International Cultural Evening 21 April 2010 University spin-out company wins Queen´s Award 21 April 2010 Major new study exposes hidden causes of inequality 20 April 2010 Bat species discovered in UK for the first time 14 April 2010 Dancing to Darwin as arts meets science 14 April 2010 Sporting stars battle it out for Varsity title 13 April 2010 University embarks on £3.8 million green mission 13 April 2010 University study sheds light on human embryonic stem cells´ DNA changes 13 April 2010 Art exhibition gives insight into living with dementia 13 April 2010 Cabinet of curiosities opens window on modern life 12 April 2010 University enterprise wins High Impact Badge of Honour 09 April 2010 Curiouser and Curiouser: Arts festival of the strange and unusual 08 April 2010 New genetic map to reveal songbird secrets 06 April 2010 Pupils debate use of private information for research 06 April 2010 Youngsters a step closer to dream of becoming dentists 01 April 2010 University experts advise on €25 million overhaul to flood management 01 April 2010 Hundred Years´ War manuscript gets new lease of life 01 April 2010 Ice sheet melt identified as trigger of Big Freeze 31 March 2010 Chilean students host fundraiser for quake victims 31 March 2010 Young scientists hold a pub chat with a difference 30 March 2010 Old Bailey website helps Garrow´s Law win top TV award 30 March 2010 University and industry unite in the transfer of knowledge 29 March 2010 Saudi women's scholarly brilliance displayed at first-ever UK academic forum 29 March 2010 Microbes could protect marine life from plastic pollution 26 March 2010 Sheffield graduate uses art to engage public in politics 26 March 2010 Budding entrepreneurs face the Dragons at University 26 March 2010 £5 billion a year for infrastructure and affordable housing comes from private developers 26 March 2010 Town and gown reception means business 25 March 2010 Islamic Circle spends week supporting local community 25 March 2010 Pupils turn detective to crack the chemistry code 24 March 2010 £8 million donation for ground-breaking MND institute 24 March 2010 Sheffield youngsters taught the key to a healthy heart 24 March 2010 Research finds minimum price for alcohol reduces health harms 22 March 2010 Sheffield launches international development network 22 March 2010 Sheffield health specialist supports calls for action on TB 19 March 2010 Sheffield selected for UK dream team in biofuel challenge 17 March 2010 Students grill local candidates on global issues 17 March 2010 Clubbing crew helps young adults paint the town red 17 March 2010 Fairground display shows thrills and spills of engineering 17 March 2010 University opens £1million gene screening facility 17 March 2010 Businesses shown how to combat effects of recession 16 March 2010 Football stars argue the game´s importance for today´s society 16 March 2010 Scientists team-up with designers at new exhibition 12 March 2010 Waste proves to be fishy business for school children 11 March 2010 University supports local businesses with graduate scheme 11 March 2010 Art meets science in a series of fascinating encounters 10 March 2010 Sheffield expert honoured by French Prime Minister 10 March 2010 University helps break new ground for home dialysis 10 March 2010 Students pitch in for year´s biggest volunteering event 10 March 2010 Eggshell of extinct giant bird unlocks key to ancient DNA 10 March 2010 Sheffield joins forces with Futurity 09 March 2010 Sheffield students celebrate World Week 09 March 2010 Stonehenge expert wins top archaeology accolades 09 March 2010 Public festival gives insight into science of society 08 March 2010 Comedy festival brings gags galore to University 05 March 2010 Cash boosts University´s green engineering 05 March 2010 Students bring passion for science to the people 04 March 2010 Students teach origami skills to care home residents 04 March 2010 Project set to improve communication of stroke survivors 04 March 2010 Students set to be inspired by honoured journalist 03 March 2010 Mega-tsunami hits House of Commons 03 March 2010 University to host lectures on future of the UK 03 March 2010 Sheffield graduate to study threat to coral reefs 02 March 2010 Kids taught the `bear´ necessities of a trip to the Doctors 02 March 2010 New research may reveal clue to early onset Parkinson´s 02 March 2010 Universities host a week of scientific discovery 02 March 2010 Creative students launch boutique range of clothing 01 March 2010 Students present their grand designs on the Moor 01 March 2010 Particle physics know-how could save lives 01 March 2010 Researchers bring historical work into the digital age 01 March 2010 Experts to discuss future health of cancer survivors 26 February 2010 Pupils given insight into world of science and technology 24 February 2010 Exhibition of the world´s greatest showman hits Sheffield 22 February 2010 Testosterone deficiency affects male cancer survivors´ quality of life 19 February 2010 Roundhouse mud muck-in at Heeley City Farm 18 February 2010 Advisory group set to inform future MND research 17 February 2010 Sheffield students celebrate Chinese New Year 17 February 2010 Volunteers celebrate their contributions to Sheffield 17 February 2010 Big name employers line up for University job fair 17 February 2010 International medal awarded to Sheffield professor 15 February 2010 Students use drama skills to bring French to the public 15 February 2010 Sheffield´s universities take to the ice for Winter Varsity 15 February 2010 Ice champs winning goal given helping hand by AMRC 15 February 2010 University leads the way in vital global soil research 12 February 2010 Reverend debates culture in Sheffield 12 February 2010 Sheffield scientists involved in NASA´s latest mission 12 February 2010 Former UN advisor in Sheffield to discuss human rights 12 February 2010 Facelift for iconic library building 11 February 2010 Recycling rockets at `green´ University 11 February 2010 National Centre for Orienteering makes home in Sheffield 10 February 2010 Scholarships on offer following gift from Iraqi exile 10 February 2010 University leads the way with mental health network 10 February 2010 University brings world´s greatest showman back to life 08 February 2010 Pupils learn future skills from medical students 05 February 2010 Puzzle book provides the science behind the sudoku 04 February 2010 Westfield donation aids deafness study 04 February 2010 First female professor of emergency medicine 03 February 2010 Rare Peregrine Falcons given chance to breed in Sheffield 01 February 2010 Top pianist in Sheffield to open Spring Concert Season 01 February 2010 Project launched to build pioneering Afghan school 29 January 2010 Grass resource revolutionises biodiversity research 28 January 2010 New method improves eating skills of dementia patients 28 January 2010 University research to improve treatment of childhood leukemia 27 January 2010 Black hole hunters set new distance record 22 January 2010 Study finds sperm shortage in the UK 22 January 2010 Bone storage made possible by generous Alumni 20 January 2010 University student crowned winner of China´s X Factor 19 January 2010 Small science offers opportunity for regional businesses 15 January 2010 Breast cancer sufferers offered new hope 14 January 2010 Yorkshire centre will lead business to a low carbon future 14 January 2010 University takes role in innovative NHS scheme 14 January 2010 Sheffield within top 5 in country for student experience 13 January 2010 Outreach project set to raise aspirations in Sheffield 12 January 2010 Imaginative graduates succeed as children´s authors 11 January 2010 New Year prompts collective health drive 08 January 2010 Athletics star to receive honorary degree 07 January 2010 Scientists´ breakthrough in production of biofuels