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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.
Professor Sir Fraser Stoddart

Tributes to University of 91Ö±²¥ lecturer and Nobel prize-winning chemist 

​​​​​​​Tributes from the global scientific community have been paid to a former University of 91Ö±²¥ lecturer and Nobel prize winning chemist, Professor Sir J.Fraser Stoddart. 
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New research reveals where in Great Britain people with a disability find it hardest to be in employment

The five areas in Great Britain where disabled people are least likely to be in employment compared with non-disabled people have been revealed in a new report from the University of 91Ö±²¥.
General Waverly watching a musical performance in the film White Christmas
Irving Berlin documented his admiration for President Dwight D Eisenhower through the character General Waverly in the film White Christmas.

Secret tribute to US president hidden in festive favourite, White Christmas

One of the most loved Christmas films, which has been a staple family movie for generations, has a secret tribute to a US president, according to new research.
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Tackling health inequality in South Yorkshire with wearable technology

Pioneering projects using smartphones and wearable technology to address the high levels of health inequalities and disease across the region, have been awarded funding at the South Yorkshire Digital Health Hub (SYDHH).
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Historic stone buildings and bridges could be preserved by new engineering technique

A new engineering technique that could help to preserve historic stone buildings and bridges has been developed by researchers at the University of 91Ö±²¥.
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91Ö±²¥ among UK cities that benefit the most from international students

International students in 91Ö±²¥ have the third greatest impact on the UK’s economy, according to a new report published this week (16 May 2023).
May Fayre performer

Family fun May Fayre will return bigger and better to 91Ö±²¥â€™s Weston Park!

The May Fayre, a day of free family entertainment in the heart of 91Ö±²¥, is returning bigger and better for 2023, thanks to a partnership between the University of 91Ö±²¥ and 91Ö±²¥ City Council.
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Teenagers fleeing war helped to become future community leaders by University of 91Ö±²¥

Teenagers who have fled war or persecution in their home country are taking part in a new training programme, launched by the University of 91Ö±²¥, to help them become future community leaders.
Tomatoes

New study to measure effect of dietary supplement from tomatoes on men with fertility issues

91Ö±²¥ scientists have teamed up with Jessop Fertility to look at the effect of LactoLycopene, a simple diet supplement containing a compound found in cooked tomatoes, on sperm quality in men attending fertility clinics.