The University in the media
11 March 2010
Press Coverage:
The Independent
Fossilised egg gives clue to fate of ancient birds
Professor Mike Parker Pearson, from the University of Sheffield´s Department of Archaeology, has discovered the fossilised eggshells of an elephant bird, from which DNA has been extracted.
The Independent
Times Higher Education
A big step into the grown-up world
Andrew West, Director of Student Services at the University of Sheffield, is quoted in an article on the opinions of schoolchildren towards higher education.
Times Higher Education
What are you reading?
Professor Flora Samuel, Head of the University of Sheffield´s School of Architecture, writes about what she is currently reading.
Wellbeing
Who´s who of contributors
Fiona Ford, from the University of Sheffield´s Department of Human Metabolism, is mentioned in a list of contributors.
Wellbeing
Eating for you and your baby
Fiona Ford, from the University of Sheffield´s Department of Human Metabolism, writes about the advice for pregnant mothers concerning eating and drinking.
Process Engineering
Process engineering appointments tracker
Katy Worton, a University of Sheffield graduate, has been appointed as a Marketing Executive at DavyMarkham.
Materials World
Micromechanical modelling of glass bundles
Dr Russell Hand, from the University of Sheffield´s Department of Engineering Materials, comments on research he is undertaking into the mechanical durability of glass multifilament bundles.
Materials World
Slag solutions in steel
Dr Richard Thackray, from the University of Sheffield´s Department of Engineering Materials, comments on research into using glazing materials after secondary metallurgy.
Exposed Magazine
In-Zane in the brain
DJ Alex Zane mentions that he considered studying Medicine at the University of Sheffield.
Classical Guitar
Lannoy premiere
Guitarist Carl Herring and tenor Kevin Kyle are premiering `I looked Back´ at the University of Sheffield´s Firth Hall.
ACNR
Major new lead for Parkinson´s treatment
Researchers at the University of Sheffield, in a study funded by the Parkinson´s Disease Society, have found a new lead for potential new treatments for Parkinson´s.
The Engineer
Bursting with energy
Professor Will Zimmerman, from the University of Sheffield´s Department of Chemical and Process Engineering, has led a team which has created a bioreactor which could lead to more energy-efficient way to produce renewable fuels.
Motorsport
Japanese TonyKart charger in UK move
Japanese racer Ren Nagabuchi will be taking an English course at the University of Sheffield while racing in the UK.
Yorkshire Post
Two accolades for stone circle finder
Professor Mike Parker Pearson, from the University of Sheffield´s Department of Archaeology, has been named Archaeologist of the Year at the Current Archaeology Awards.
Yorkshire Post
Chamber welcomes quarter of patrons
The University of Sheffield has joined the Sheffield Chamber of Commerce list of new patrons.
Online News Cuttings:
Health Canal
University helps break new ground for home dialysis
The University of Sheffield is working with the Devices for Dignity Healthcare Technology Co-operative to develop a new machine for dialysis treatment at home, which will undergo clinical testing.
Health Canal
New Scientist
Innovation: sending botnets the way of smallpox
Professor Lilian Edwards, from the University of Sheffield´s Department of Law, comments on measures to tackle malicious software online.
New Scientist
Ballymoney and Moyle Times
Loughgiel man reaches the final of the Young Scientist of the Year award
Eamon Scullion, who is completing a joint PhD with the University of Sheffield and Armagh Observatory, is in the running for Young Scientist of the Year award.
Ballymoney and Moyle Times
Spinner Music
SXSW 2010: The Crookes
The Crookes, a band consisting of University of Sheffield graduates, are interviewed about their work.
Spinner Music
Online Higher Education Stories:
Most degrees ‘only good for menial jobs in coffee shops’
Science 'is a key election issue'
Team US picks University of East London as Olympic base
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