Reviving a forgotten playwright for a new era
John Ford shaped the history of theatre, but most of his work is forgotten. Professor Lisa Hopkins has staged a revival of this neglected but fascinating 17th century playwright.
Making better workplaces with smart sensors and AI
Our Knowledge Transfer Partnership with Mitie is turning hard-to-measure environmental factors into actionable management information – and it has the potential to boost both productivity and wellbeing
How a new way of doing business is building a fairer society
Our researchers are behind a new business model that shares wealth and power more fairly — and creates a better society for us all.
A social history of home heating: in conversation with Aimee Ambrose
Professor Aimee Ambrose introduces her new research into home heating habits, and shares how improved attitudes to energy consumption can benefit the planet and people.
Helping schools to think differently about autism
The rise in exclusions of autistic pupils looks set to slow – but educators can still do more to support children with the condition
Science Week: Discover seven of our standout projects
Learn more about some of our most innovative, high-impact work, from 3D-printed breathing masks to advanced fingerprint analysis
The science of making healthier cheese
Our researchers have been working with major food suppliers to create healthy, tasty alternatives for cheese lovers
One minute PhD: Can we reduce injury to our brains?
Mootaz Mowfak Salman explains his research in 60 seconds, and writes about life as a PhD student at Sheffield Hallam
Helping breast cancer patients make life-changing decisions
Mortality rates are higher for breast cancer patients over 70. We developed a unique tool to help them get the best possible treatment.
How we’re saving energy in the food industry
It takes a lot of energy to produce our favourite food products. Our research centre is finding new ways to make the process more efficient, reducing its impact on the planet.