‘Life-changing’ impact of community nursery on disadvantaged families in Sheffield highlighted in new study
Parents and carers of children attending a Sheffield Hallam University-led community nursery have described the ‘life-changing’ positive impact it has had on their child’s development and family wellbeing, as part of a ground-breaking study.
South Yorkshire’s ‘overlooked’ food and drink manufacturing sector worth £434m – new report
A new report reveals that South Yorkshire’s food and drink manufacturing sector plays a significant role in the local economy, generating £434 million in economic output and providing 9,000 jobs across 170 businesses.
Research shows resilient physical activity sector requires further support in recovery
Grassroots physical activity providers have shown ‘resilience, determination and passion’ during the Covid-19 pandemic but requires support to recover to pre-pandemic levels.
Flooring companies’ supply chains linked to Uyghur forced labour, new report shows
The supply chains of some of the world’s largest home improvement retailers and flooring brands are at risk of being tainted by Uyghur forced labour, according to an investigative report by three leading human rights and environmental researchers.
Experts awarded honorary contracts to enhance women’s health and early years research
Two prominent Sheffield Hallam women’s healthcare experts have been awarded honorary contracts at Doncaster and Bassetlaw Teaching Hospitals (DBTH), marking a significant milestone in the collaboration between the university and the hospital.
New fellowships launched to expand research into key societal challenges
Sheffield Hallam University has launched a new fellowship programme to recruit up to 40 leading researchers to help expand research into key societal issues including population health, climate change and AI.
Projects to improve Black, Asian and minority ethnic students’ access to postgraduate research
Sheffield Hallam University has secured funding to lead one project and be partner in two others to improve opportunities for Black, Asian and minority ethnic students to undertake postgraduate research
Horse racing’s £300m economic impact on Yorkshire
A major study has revealed that the horse racing industry contributes in excess of £300 million a year to the Yorkshire economy.
Quarter of adults unwilling to have Covid-19 vaccine
Quarter of adults unwilling to have Covid-19 vaccine
New £2.4m project to support improvements for renters in South Yorkshire
Sheffield Hallam University is a key partner in a new £2.4m project to support tenants in the private rented sector to make renovations and improvements to their properties.