Physics and Astronomy Art and Crafts Exhibition.

lidzey-picJust over six years ago, Richard Webb sent out a tentative email to colleagues in Physics & Astronomy to find out if anyone else was interested in arts and crafts.  That was the start of the department’s Art Group, which is just about to hold its sixth exhibition, now featuring artists from across the University.   …Read More

Natural History Society debate

The Natural History Society here at the University of Sheffield aims to engage students from all disciplines with science and its importance in our society. This year we have welcomed professional scientists to talk to us about their work over a drink in the pub. We’ve also had nature walks in the Peak District, a …Read More

Visit by Paul Blomfield MP

Paul Blomfield MP during his visit to the MRC Centre for Developmental and Biomedical GeneticsPaul Blomfield, MP for Sheffield Central, visited the MRC Centre for Developmental and Biomedical Genetics  recently, co-hosted by the MRC and the University. The MRC chose to show-case the Centre due to its focus on non-mammalian models of human disease, and the manner in which it fosters close interactions between basic and clinician scientists.