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University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ generates £4.82 billion for South Yorkshire and UK economies

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ generates over £4.82 billion for the UK economy and delivers a £6.40 return for every pound spent, according to a new report highlighting the Russell Group institution’s crucial role in driving economic growth.
Pint of Science at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ Tap

Quench your thirst for knowledge at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ's Pint of Science festival

The world’s largest festival of public science is set to return to ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ next month (Monday 19 May - Wednesday 21 May), with scientists & researchers from the University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ taking to the city’s pubs & venues to share their discoveries.
A group of students outside the ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ Subud Centre

Student doctors have ‘profound impact’ at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ’s Pakistan Muslim Centre

The Pakistan Muslim Centre (PMC) is one of many local community-based organisations that work closely with student doctors from the University to help support their communities and help educate the next generation of doctors.
Student conducting research in a lab

Groundbreaking cancer research hub receives £10 million in new funding

¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ and Yorkshire Cancer Research are pioneering 10 world-leading research studies that aim to accelerate understanding of cancer and find cures that will save lives in the region and beyond
¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ Makes Music venue

University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ’s support for the region's cultural sector in Covid-19 response

A new survey will create a snapshot of the immediate impact of Covid-19 pandemic on festivals, venues, events and cultural organisations across the region.
Fargate ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ

Comment: ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ is falling behind other regional centres in funding terms

Professor Vanessa Toulmin, Director of City and Culture at the University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ, discusses the need for more funding to continue the urban and cultural regeneration of the city centre.
James Morris, Lifta, district of Jerusalem
James Morris, Lifta, district of Jerusalem. From Time and Remains of Palestine © the artist

Powerful new exhibition highlights how memory lingers in our landscapes

A new art exhibition exploring the lingering presence of traumatic events within our fields, streets and cities is being launched.
PPE equipment donated by University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ to NHS

University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ donates personal protective equipment to help front-line NHS staff

A donation of personal protective equipment (PPE) has been made to NHS staff at the Northern General Hospital from the University of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ.
¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ Makes Music venue

Comment: Creative venues will need our support when the lights go back on

Professor Vanessa Toulmin, Director of City and Culture, comments on the vital role the creative industries play in supporting wellbeing and the challenges they face as cities lockdown.