Peat bogs: restoring them could slow climate change – and revive a forgotten world
Peatlands were once widespread throughout the UK but their place in history has now largely been forgotten. Most of the debate around using natural habitats to draw down carbon from the atmosphere concerns planting trees and reforestation, some ecologists argue that a far better solution lies in restoring the peatlands that people have spent centuries draining and destroying.
Eco-fusion is the new normal, as native and non-native species mix together
Many invasive species cause (often major) problems around the world. However, the idea that all “alien” species are inherently bad, and that invasions can be always effectively controlled, is mistaken. Invasive non-native species are frequently associated with damage to ecological systems and even to people and economies. Yet ecological novelty is now the order of the day, we we must adapt both our ideas and our actions to this new reality.
Takeaway lab equipment helps Sheffield Hallam students learn during pandemic
Students have been able to engage in vital lab learning at home thanks to technical staff going the extra mile to send them scientific equipment.
Sheffield Hallam awarded six-figure UKRI funding to grow artificial robot mind
Sheffield Hallam University has received more than £200k to create an artificial mind for robots that ‘grows up’ like a child’s brain, as part of a UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) New Horizons initiative grant.
Hallam students named as finalists for Biodesign Challenge
Students will have the chance to showcase their work in front of an international audience and panel of 60 pioneers in art, design, and technology at the Biodesign Challenge Summit 2021.
Chemistry at Sheffield Hallam awarded mark of excellence with coveted accreditation
Sheffield Hallam University has joined a distinguished group of universities to have achieved accreditation from the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) for every one of its chemistry courses.
New research project to examine the impact of exercise on those suffering with systemic sclerosis
Sheffield Hallam academics will lead a major new Europe-wide research study into the effects of exercise on pain and fatigue felt by those living with systemic sclerosis.
Hallam student awarded prestigious physics scholarship
Olivia Tindle from Sheffield Hallam University is one of nine talented students to receive a Bell Burnell Graduate Scholarship from the Institute of Physics (IOP).
Hallam secures £19,000 grant to increase diversity in chemistry researchers
Academics at Sheffield Hallam have secured £19,000 funding for a project to increase participation in chemistry research.
Sheffield Hallam PhD student awarded medal by Health Secretary
A Sheffield Hallam PhD student has received a letter and medal from Matt Hancock, the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, in recognition of his efforts in the fight against the Covid-19 pandemic.