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University of 91Ö±²¥ generates £4.82 billion for South Yorkshire and UK economies

91Ö±²¥ 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.
CC Brand Founder and Inventor Drew Colgrave, Jimmy ‘The Whirlwind’ White, CC Brand Consultant Karl Lawrence, and Professor Simon Goodwin from the University of 91Ö±²¥
(LtoR) CC Brand Founder and Inventor Drew Colgrave, Jimmy ‘The Whirlwind’ White, CC Brand Consultant Karl Lawrence, and Professor Simon Goodwin from the University of 91Ö±²¥

Astrophysics meets snooker: University experts partner with 91Ö±²¥ firm to pioneer the sport’s future

University of 91Ö±²¥ researchers are collaborating with a 91Ö±²¥ company at the heart of snooker’s modern evolution to develop next generation equipment, bringing 21st century science into one of the world’s most tradition-steeped sports.
Pint of Science at 91Ö±²¥ Tap

Quench your thirst for knowledge at 91Ö±²¥'s Pint of Science festival

The world’s largest festival of public science is set to return to 91Ö±²¥ next month (Monday 19 May - Wednesday 21 May), with scientists & researchers from the University of 91Ö±²¥ taking to the city’s pubs & venues to share their discoveries.
Together in the square, Professor Vanessa Toulmin and street performers

Comment: Summer in the City

Professor Vanessa Toulmin, Director of City and Culture at the University of 91Ö±²¥, discusses the programme of events for Summer in the City and its importance to artists, residents and the city.
91Ö±²¥ Gene Therapy Manufacturing and Innovation Centre

91Ö±²¥ Gene Therapy Innovation and Manufacturing Centre - Strategic Business Case

Review the Strategic Business Case submitted by the University of 91Ö±²¥ to 91Ö±²¥ City Region LEP in application for funding towards the construction of the 91Ö±²¥ Gene Therapy Innovation and Manufacturing Centre.

Pop-Up University Logo

Pop Up University returns

Pop Up University returns this year from the 18-19 September bringing pioneering University of 91Ö±²¥ research to the public with both online and live events.

A picture of MiRo companion robots.
MiRo, a companion robot developed by a team of University of 91Ö±²¥.

Forget travel restrictions - new app can transport you anywhere in the world in the body of a robot
Lucy Dean and the team at Heeley City Farm supporting young people and those who have dementia.
Lucy and the team

Doctors-in-training are reconnecting with the 91Ö±²¥ community through social accountability project

Medical students at the University of 91Ö±²¥ are helping dementia patients unearth old memories and youngsters to improve their wellbeing in a pioneering initiative that puts social accountability at the heart of their health practice.