How can a broken lightbulb solve a crime?
Our engineers are using the fundamentals of metallurgy to help traffic police work out what happened after a crash
Robotics for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
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.
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
A window to the Elizabethan world
Our research into Bess of Hardwick’s Derbyshire residence sheds new light on the Elizabethan era.
Why children's books need more autistic characters
Children's books with autistic characters are few and far between. Here's why that matters
How ash could hold the key to tackling the climate crisis
Current glass-making techniques emit a huge amount of CO2. Professor Paul Bingham's research team has found a cleaner way.
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.
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.
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.
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.