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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.
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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¦.
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Steel’s coming home - University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦ to host major international steel conference

One of Europe’s biggest steel conferences - where some of the latest innovations in research to support the use of steel in the construction industry are presented for the first time - is set to be hosted by the University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦.
Firth Court

The crisis in Afghanistan

As the crisis in Afghanistan develops, the University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦ stands in solidarity with those affected.
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SurgeΒ in smoking among young adults during lockdownΒ 

The number ofΒ 18-34 year-oldsΒ who smokeΒ increased by 25 per centΒ in EnglandΒ during theΒ first lockdown,Β according to a new study conducted by the University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦ and UCL
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Supporting the future of cardiovascular science: University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦ Professor honoured for outstanding achievement

A cardiovascular scientist from the University of ΞΆΓάΘ¦ has been recognised with a prestigious international award for his pioneering research to identify and treat a major cause of heart disease.

Kelham Island

North ΞΆΓάΘ¦ communities share memories and stories of local heritage at new exhibition

Memories and stories from the diverse communities in Netherthorpe, Upperthorpe, Kelham Island and Neepsend will celebrate ΞΆΓάΘ¦ heritage in a new exhibition.