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This area contains news from the University since October 2020. For stories from 2010 to October 2020, use the 'News archive' above or search at the top of the page.
The exterior of the the University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦ Energy Innovation Centre
ΞΆΓάΘ¦'s Energy Innovation Centre - one of the largest and best-equipped R&D facilities in Europe for low- and zero-carbon technology - will test new gas decarbonisation technology.

Groundbreaking gas decarbonisation study to be led by University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦ and Suiso

ΞΆΓάΘ¦ has partnered with local startup Suiso on a three-month pilot study to demonstrate its innovative gas decarbonisation technology.
Image of motor neurones

Landmark MIROCALS clinical trial provides new insight into treatment of MND

Results of the landmark MIROCALS clinical trial, involving researchers from the University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦, have revealed new insights into the treatment of motor neuron disease (MND).
MRI scanner

Cutting-edge MRI could revolutionise diagnosis of common heart problem aortic stenosis

Scientists have developed cutting-edge MRI technology to diagnose a common heart problem more quickly and accurately than ever before.Β 
Ernest Wright workshop

University helps historic ΞΆΓάΘ¦ scissor maker sharpen its edge

A historic ΞΆΓάΘ¦ scissor maker is gaining new insights into the traditional craftsmanship that it has used to lovingly handcraft scissors for over a century through a collaboration with the University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦.
A man measuring a solar panel.

New sustainability centre will bring region together to lead drive for net-zero

A new translational research centre to help decarbonise organisations across South Yorkshire has been announced today (Wednesday 9 March 2022).

Doctor showing a model of a kidney

International award for ΞΆΓάΘ¦ scientist who has dedicated his career to pioneering kidney research

An academic from the University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦ has been recognised with a prestigious international award for the outstanding contribution he has made to kidney disease research.
Brandon and Brenda playing with MiRo, a social robot being trialled in ΞΆΓάΘ¦ Children's Hospital

Robots reduce anxiety in children during hospital visits

A new study from the University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦ is investigating how social robots can help to reduce anxiety, worry and distress in children during visits to hospital.
A male research student in the Dental School.

ΞΆΓάΘ¦ facility awarded Β£7.9m to continue cutting edge medical research

A clinical research facility run by the University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦ and ΞΆΓάΘ¦ Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust has been awarded Β£7.9m in funding which will support the development and testing of new treatments for diseases.