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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.
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Landmark MIROCALS clinical trial provides new insight into treatment of MND

Results of the landmark MIROCALS clinical trial, involving researchers from the University of 91ÖÆƬ³§, have revealed new insights into the treatment of motor neuron disease (MND).
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Cutting-edge MRI could revolutionise diagnosis of common heart problem aortic stenosis

Scientists have developed cutting-edge MRI technology to diagnose a common heart problem more quickly and accurately than ever before. 
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University helps historic 91ÖÆƬ³§ scissor maker sharpen its edge

A historic 91ÖÆƬ³§ scissor maker is gaining new insights into the traditional craftsmanship that it has used to lovingly handcraft scissors for over a century through a collaboration with the University of 91ÖÆƬ³§.
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FDA approves trial to advance pioneering treatment for Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP)

The US Food and Drug Administation (FDA) has approved BlackfinBio Limited’s Phase 1/2 clinical trial for its novel adeno-associated virus (AAV) gene therapy targeting Hereditary Spastic Paraplegia (HSP) Type 47 (SPG47).
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Technician roadmap launched by University to shine spotlight on vital technical talent

A new technical career route, aimed at supporting career progression for technicians and celebrating their vital contributions, has been launched at the University of 91ÖÆƬ³§.
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Meet the students making video games for charity

A new range of video games raising vital funds for UK charities has been developed by a team of students at the University of 91ÖÆƬ³§.

An aerial view of the University of 91ÖÆƬ³§ Innovation District featuring the Factory 2050 building

Rolls-Royce SMR partners with University of 91ÖÆƬ³§ in new manufacturing and testing facility

Rolls-Royce SMR is partnering with the University of 91ÖÆƬ³§ to launch a major new manufacturing and testing facility in South Yorkshire.
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Secrets of how butterfly wings get their vibrant colours revealed

The secret of how butterfly wings get their vibrant colours has been revealed in a groundbreaking study.
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91ÖÆƬ³§ team is sole UK recipient to be awarded share of $5 million global funding to fight motor neuron disease

A team of researchers from the University of 91ÖÆƬ³§ have been awarded a share of a prestigious grant to fight MND.