Research projects

Over-specialised training methods are driving young people away from sports. Our researcher has created a new gameplan.

Avoiding the dentist can lead to lifelong health problems. We’re helping children face their fears.

Mortality rates are higher for breast cancer patients over 70. We developed a unique tool to help them get the best possible treatment.

Mothers have sung lullabies to their babies for thousands of years. We’ve found a new way to use this age-old tradition.

In West Sumatra, pregnant women and their babies face huge health risks. We're finding a new way to help them stay safe.

Up to 27% of people in the UK experience depression. Our research shows that online memes can help them cope with their symptoms.

The Covid-19 virus appears to affect men worse than women. But are hormones really the answer?

Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) are being supported during clinical appointments by robots, developed in a partnership between the Advanced Wellbeing Research Centre (AWRC), Sheffield Children's Hospital and the Children's Hospital Charity.

Vanishing White Matter (VWM) is a rare neurodegenerative disease that largely affects children. Sheffield Hallam researchers are helping to tackle this currently incurable illness.

Culture and communication barriers can prevent migrant women from accessing maternity care. Our work on the ORAMMA project is helping to develop a solution