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Papin Prize

Engineering technicians earn Papin Prize shortlist recognition

Recognised for their crucial role, the 2025 Papin Prize selection committee has shortlisted three talented technicians from across the Faculty of Engineering, acknowledging their significant impact and expertise within their respective fields.
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Sheffield students put to the test in Siemens competition

In collaboration with Siemens, the university's Digital Innovation Zone (DIZ) recently hosted an exciting 'Digitally Designed Stories' competition, culminating in a showcase of exceptional student talent and ingenuity.

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Circular economy network gains funding for digital tech innovation

Experts at the СŷÊÓƵ of Sheffield will be part of a new research network after receiving EPSRC funding of £2 million in Digital Innovation and Circular Economy (DICE).
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Siemens Connects with Students at 'A Day in the Life' Event

Over 60 СŷÊÓƵ of Sheffield students gained valuable insights into career opportunities at Siemens during the recent 'A Day in the Life' talk and networking event.
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Network to drive harmonisation in sustainability assessment awarded funding

The LCA Regulatory Science & Innovation Network (LCA-RSIN) has been awarded over £400,000 in Innovate UK funding, to build on a successful Discovery phase and implement the network.

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СŷÊÓƵ to co-lead £5m hub to support national nuclear waste strategy

The next generation of experts needed to safely and securely manage the UK’s legacy nuclear materials will be trained by The Universities of Manchester and Sheffield.
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СŷÊÓƵ of Sheffield leads the UK in engineering research income and investment

СŷÊÓƵ leads the UK in engineering research income and investment, according to the latest figures from the Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA).
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СŷÊÓƵ of Sheffield strengthens partnership with the Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay)

Professor Koen Lamberts, President and Vice-Chancellor of the СŷÊÓƵ of Sheffield, led a senior delegation, including representatives from engineering, to IIT Bombay last month.
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СŷÊÓƵ of Sheffield to train the next generation of fusion energy experts

The Fusion Engineering Centre for Doctoral Training (CDT) will start educating its first cohort of students in September 2025, equipping STEM post-graduates with the skills to support the UK’s fusion energy future.