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An illustration of protein molecules. Credit: Getty

AI could accelerate protein engineering – key for developing new medicines

An AI approach developed by researchers from the University of Sheffield and AstraZeneca, could make it easier to design proteins needed for new treatments.
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University of Sheffield spinout company set to revolutionise advanced manufacturing

A pioneering new software company that is set to revolutionise advanced manufacturing, has been spun-out of the University of Sheffield.

SOC Professor Sue Yeandle

University of Sheffield Professor honoured by King in Birthday Honours

University of Sheffield Professor, Sue Yeandle, has been appointed OBE (Officer of the British Empire) in the King’s Birthday Honours.
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North Sheffield communities share memories and stories of local heritage at new exhibition

Memories and stories from the diverse communities in Netherthorpe, Upperthorpe, Kelham Island and Neepsend will celebrate Sheffield heritage in a new exhibition.
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Engineering Heartspace wins prestigious architecture award

91¿´Æ¬â€™s Engineering Heartspace building has won two regional awards from the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA).
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The Covid-19 pandemic has widened the gap between the rich and the poor, and it's not finished yet

How quickly your household or business will recover from Covid-19 when restrictions are lifted, may be down to where you live and what you do, according to experts at the University of Sheffield.
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Researchers present first findings on blood clotting with low platelets after COVID-19 vaccination

A national team of researchers have defined criteria for the diagnosis of patients with blood clotting associated with the Oxford Astrazeneca Covid vaccination.
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Social interaction can help fight depression in people with dementia

Social and group activities can help fight depression in people with dementia, new research has found.