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Reduction in length of immunotherapy treatment for hard-to-treat melanoma shows promise in clinical trial
The trial, which was funded by a National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Health Technology Assessment grant, ...
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HELSI publications from April 2025
Members of the Healthy Lifespan Institute publish original research on a regular basis. Some of these publications may still be in press. You can find Open Access ...
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Dual Grant Success to Advance Breakthrough Osteoarthritis Research
We are proud to announce that two prestigious research grants from Versus Arthritis to drive forward innovative solutions for ...
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New technology helps turn the tide against illegal logging in Peru
Peru's rainforests, one of the most biodiverse regions in the world, face significant threat from illegal logging. However, a ...
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Landmark MIROCALS clinical trial provides new insight into treatment of MND
Results of the landmark MIROCALS clinical trial, involving researchers from the University of Sheffield, have revealed new insights into the treatment of motor neuron disease (MND). Results of the ...
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FDA approves trial to advance pioneering treatment for Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP)
The US Food and Drug Administation (FDA) has approved BlackfinBio Limited’s Phase 1/2 clinical trial for its novel adeno-associated virus (AAV) gene therapy targeting Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia ...
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UK’s discovery of new semiconductor materials to be revolutionised by University of Sheffield
New AI-driven equipment will transform the UK’s semiconductor R&D, following a £7 million award in investment to the University of Sheffield. The University of Sheffield is one of the UK's leading ...
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New research reveals billions made by companies involved in UK border security
New research from a team of leading UK universities has revealed that over £5 billion in government contracts has been awarded to private companies for managing border security and small boat ...
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Astrophysics meets snooker: University experts partner with Sheffield firm to pioneer the sport’s future
The University of Sheffield is collaborating with CC Brand, a Sheffield-based cue sports innovator trusted by world champion players to explore cutting-edge technologies and materials The partnership ...
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Family first: scientists reveal long-tailed tits' remarkable family bonds
Forget fleeting friendships – the social secrets of the long-tailed tit has revealed an extraordinary level of family commitment even during migratory journeys. Credit: Billy Clapham Scientists at the ...
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Government urged to tackle inequality in ‘low-carbon tech’ like solar panels and electric cars
The UK government needs to go beyond offering subsidies for low-carbon technologies (LCTs) like electric cars and solar panels for energy and heating, if it is to meet its net-zero targets by 2050, a ...
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Black holes: not endings, but beginnings? New research could revolutionise our understanding of the universe
Our understanding of black holes, time and the mysterious dark energy that dominates the universe could be revolutionised, as new University of Sheffield research helps unravel the mysteries of the ...