How a board game is helping sexual abuse victims find their voice
One in five children in Europe are victims of sexual abuse. Fear and a lack of legal knowledge can often prevent them from appearing in court. Our researchers are empowering children to complete this process through a board game.
The science of making healthier cheese
Our researchers have been working with major food suppliers to create healthy, tasty alternatives for cheese lovers
How we’re using exercise to improve the lives of people with MS
Our researchers are rewriting the rulebook on how to treat the symptoms of multiple sclerosis — and, in the process, improving the quality of life for thousands of people.
Giving cystic fibrosis patients the tools to stay well
People with cystic fibrosis can struggle to manage complex treatments alongside everyday life. Our researcher is helping them find balance.
Why boxing is still a grassroots sport
In England, 1 in 4 boxing clubs are located in the most deprived 10% of neighbourhoods. Our research sheds new light on their important community role.
Uncovering the regional cost of welfare reform
Sheffield Hallam researchers have charted how a decade of sweeping welfare reforms hit the poorest areas hardest.
Our research informed the design of Universal Credit
Our research resulted in changes in the design of Universal Credit, benefitting both claimants and social housing landlords.
Building sustainability into infrastructure
We’re improving safety and sustainability in bridges in the UK and abroad, through our development of both new materials and new inspection software.
Why 'energy invisibility' matters – and how we could cure it
Professor Aimee Ambrose introduces her research into home heating habits, and explains how a new public engagement model could help bring climate and energy issues to life
How can skateboarding help young people in areas of conflict?
Researcher Dani Abulhawa has helped build skateparks in the West Bank of Palestine to give young people with restricted travel a sense of freedom