Using virtual reality to reduce pain and aid rehabilitation
Our researchers are making life-changing links between virtual reality (VR) and healthcare to help patients recover from serious injuries.
How we’re helping charities support more people than ever
Our research has changed the way charities in the UK file their accounts. The new process has saved almost £40 million in admin — money which now goes to the people who need it most.
Could buffalo milk lead to safer pregnancy in Indonesia?
In West Sumatra, pregnant women and their babies face huge health risks. We're finding a new way to help them stay safe.
Helping unemployed youth through co-design and local partnerships
Hallam-led research suggests Big Lottery Fund's Talent Match programme has found an effective way to reach youth outside of work, education, training or benefits.
How our pioneering new healthcare model is helping people stay active
A new model for referring patients with long-term health conditions developed as part of the London 2012 Olympic Legacy is providing answers to one of the biggest health challenges across the world — how to get us all to move more.
How we’re giving cancer survivors a better quality of life
Our research about how exercise and lifestyle changes can help cancer survivors has changed international guidelines on treating cancer — and improved countless lives.
Black authors are still underrepresented in UK publishing
A third of English primary pupils are from a BAME background. But in 2017, 99% of children's book characters were white. Our research looks at how children's publishing has a diversity problem.
What WW1 civilian internment can teach us about today
At least 800,000 civilians were imprisoned during WW1, but little is known about their experiences. Professor Matthew Stibbe is unlocking their untold story.
Training India's police officers to deal with violence against women
The Sheffield Hallam-led Justice for Her programme highlights empathy and victim rights, and is now in use across four states
Tackling dental anxiety at its roots
Avoiding the dentist can lead to lifelong health problems. We’re helping children face their fears.