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Can research help us build a sustainable future?
This animation explores how food, water and energy challenges are connected, and how @granthamcsf.bsky.social researchers are responding to global challenges.
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#BigEnergySavingWeek
This animation explores how food, water and energy challenges are connected, and how @granthamcsf.bsky.social researchers are responding to global challenges.
Watch the video and discover more like it at player.sheffield.ac.uk
#BigEnergySavingWeek
January 21, 2026 at 1:50 PM
Can research help us build a sustainable future?
This animation explores how food, water and energy challenges are connected, and how @granthamcsf.bsky.social researchers are responding to global challenges.
Watch the video and discover more like it at player.sheffield.ac.uk
#BigEnergySavingWeek
This animation explores how food, water and energy challenges are connected, and how @granthamcsf.bsky.social researchers are responding to global challenges.
Watch the video and discover more like it at player.sheffield.ac.uk
#BigEnergySavingWeek
A planet near the Sun that never existed. Vulcan seemed real until Einstein stepped in.
This episode of Good in Theory looks at why scientists trusted the idea, what the evidence appeared to show and how new thinking changed science for good.
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This episode of Good in Theory looks at why scientists trusted the idea, what the evidence appeared to show and how new thinking changed science for good.
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January 15, 2026 at 11:00 AM
A planet near the Sun that never existed. Vulcan seemed real until Einstein stepped in.
This episode of Good in Theory looks at why scientists trusted the idea, what the evidence appeared to show and how new thinking changed science for good.
Listen now: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/vulca...
This episode of Good in Theory looks at why scientists trusted the idea, what the evidence appeared to show and how new thinking changed science for good.
Listen now: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/vulca...
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January 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM
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What is the nocebo effect and why does it matter?
This episode of That’s Science! explores how expectations can affect health, with insights from psychologist Dr Rebecca Webster.
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#ThatsScience #Psychology
This episode of That’s Science! explores how expectations can affect health, with insights from psychologist Dr Rebecca Webster.
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#ThatsScience #Psychology
January 14, 2026 at 11:01 AM
What is the nocebo effect and why does it matter?
This episode of That’s Science! explores how expectations can affect health, with insights from psychologist Dr Rebecca Webster.
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#ThatsScience #Psychology
This episode of That’s Science! explores how expectations can affect health, with insights from psychologist Dr Rebecca Webster.
Listen on The Player: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/noceb...
#ThatsScience #Psychology
Every month, The Player newsletter shares great stories from University of Sheffield research—new videos, podcasts, events.
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January 6, 2026 at 12:04 PM
Every month, The Player newsletter shares great stories from University of Sheffield research—new videos, podcasts, events.
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Day 23 of our research advent calendar!
Check out 'Sheffield Music City' where Neil McSweeney and the Department of Music dig into our past sounds and future potential.
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Check out 'Sheffield Music City' where Neil McSweeney and the Department of Music dig into our past sounds and future potential.
Listen: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/sheff...
December 23, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Day 23 of our research advent calendar!
Check out 'Sheffield Music City' where Neil McSweeney and the Department of Music dig into our past sounds and future potential.
Listen: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/sheff...
Check out 'Sheffield Music City' where Neil McSweeney and the Department of Music dig into our past sounds and future potential.
Listen: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/sheff...
Day 22 of our research advent calendar!
Why are more people around the world reading Japanese women’s fiction than ever before?
Dr Nozomi Uematsu explores the rise of translated Japanese literature with translators and publishers leading the movement
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Why are more people around the world reading Japanese women’s fiction than ever before?
Dr Nozomi Uematsu explores the rise of translated Japanese literature with translators and publishers leading the movement
Listen: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/empow...
December 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Day 22 of our research advent calendar!
Why are more people around the world reading Japanese women’s fiction than ever before?
Dr Nozomi Uematsu explores the rise of translated Japanese literature with translators and publishers leading the movement
Listen: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/empow...
Why are more people around the world reading Japanese women’s fiction than ever before?
Dr Nozomi Uematsu explores the rise of translated Japanese literature with translators and publishers leading the movement
Listen: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/empow...
Day 21 of our research advent calendar looks at Artificial Intelligence.
Discover films and podcasts from University of Sheffield researchers that explain how AI works and why it matters in everyday life.
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#ArtificialIntelligence
Discover films and podcasts from University of Sheffield researchers that explain how AI works and why it matters in everyday life.
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#ArtificialIntelligence
December 21, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Day 21 of our research advent calendar looks at Artificial Intelligence.
Discover films and podcasts from University of Sheffield researchers that explain how AI works and why it matters in everyday life.
Explore the full series: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/artif...
#ArtificialIntelligence
Discover films and podcasts from University of Sheffield researchers that explain how AI works and why it matters in everyday life.
Explore the full series: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/artif...
#ArtificialIntelligence
Day 20 of our research advent calendar!
What do stories of crime tell us about justice?
In Crime, Fiction and the Law, explore how storytelling - from Jack the Ripper to modern news - shapes our collective ideas of crime, morality, and law-making.
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What do stories of crime tell us about justice?
In Crime, Fiction and the Law, explore how storytelling - from Jack the Ripper to modern news - shapes our collective ideas of crime, morality, and law-making.
Listen: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/crime...
December 20, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Day 20 of our research advent calendar!
What do stories of crime tell us about justice?
In Crime, Fiction and the Law, explore how storytelling - from Jack the Ripper to modern news - shapes our collective ideas of crime, morality, and law-making.
Listen: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/crime...
What do stories of crime tell us about justice?
In Crime, Fiction and the Law, explore how storytelling - from Jack the Ripper to modern news - shapes our collective ideas of crime, morality, and law-making.
Listen: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/crime...
Day 19 of our research advent calendar.
Urban Radar is a podcast series from Sheffield Urbanism that explores current events and emerging trends through city life.
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Urban Radar is a podcast series from Sheffield Urbanism that explores current events and emerging trends through city life.
Listen now on The Player: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/urban...
December 19, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Day 19 of our research advent calendar.
Urban Radar is a podcast series from Sheffield Urbanism that explores current events and emerging trends through city life.
Listen now on The Player: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/urban...
Urban Radar is a podcast series from Sheffield Urbanism that explores current events and emerging trends through city life.
Listen now on The Player: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/urban...
Day 18 of our research advent calendar.
Explore how AI is changing creativity, law and ethics. Our researchers look at the balance between benefit and harm, and why shaping AI around people matters.
Watch: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/beyon...
Explore how AI is changing creativity, law and ethics. Our researchers look at the balance between benefit and harm, and why shaping AI around people matters.
Watch: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/beyon...
December 18, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Day 18 of our research advent calendar.
Explore how AI is changing creativity, law and ethics. Our researchers look at the balance between benefit and harm, and why shaping AI around people matters.
Watch: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/beyon...
Explore how AI is changing creativity, law and ethics. Our researchers look at the balance between benefit and harm, and why shaping AI around people matters.
Watch: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/beyon...
In the final Urban Radar podcast of 2025, Beth and Tom reflect on the themes that shaped city life. Care, justice, technology, power and belonging. They also look back on podcasting and share what is ahead for Series 2.
Listen: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/wrap-...
Listen: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/wrap-...
December 18, 2025 at 1:30 PM
In the final Urban Radar podcast of 2025, Beth and Tom reflect on the themes that shaped city life. Care, justice, technology, power and belonging. They also look back on podcasting and share what is ahead for Series 2.
Listen: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/wrap-...
Listen: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/wrap-...
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December 17, 2025 at 11:37 AM
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Could life be common across the universe, or is our Solar System unique?
Dr Richard Parker explores how stars and their planets form, interact, and evolve, and what this means for the search for life.
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Dr Richard Parker explores how stars and their planets form, interact, and evolve, and what this means for the search for life.
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December 16, 2025 at 12:55 PM
Could life be common across the universe, or is our Solar System unique?
Dr Richard Parker explores how stars and their planets form, interact, and evolve, and what this means for the search for life.
Watch the video: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/searc...
Dr Richard Parker explores how stars and their planets form, interact, and evolve, and what this means for the search for life.
Watch the video: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/searc...
Day 15 of our research advent calendar highlights a powerful story of place and preservation.
Prof Vanessa Toulmin is playing a key role in saving the Morecambe Winter Gardens, helping to regenerate a historic seaside venue for future generations.
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Prof Vanessa Toulmin is playing a key role in saving the Morecambe Winter Gardens, helping to regenerate a historic seaside venue for future generations.
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December 15, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Day 15 of our research advent calendar highlights a powerful story of place and preservation.
Prof Vanessa Toulmin is playing a key role in saving the Morecambe Winter Gardens, helping to regenerate a historic seaside venue for future generations.
Explore: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/morec...
Prof Vanessa Toulmin is playing a key role in saving the Morecambe Winter Gardens, helping to regenerate a historic seaside venue for future generations.
Explore: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/morec...
AI is changing journalism fast. How should education respond?
Join the University of Sheffield and the NCTJ for a one day symposium on AI in the newsroom. Hear from industry experts and educators on skills, risks and opportunities.
Book here: www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-in-the-...
#AIinMedia
Join the University of Sheffield and the NCTJ for a one day symposium on AI in the newsroom. Hear from industry experts and educators on skills, risks and opportunities.
Book here: www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-in-the-...
#AIinMedia
December 15, 2025 at 10:00 AM
AI is changing journalism fast. How should education respond?
Join the University of Sheffield and the NCTJ for a one day symposium on AI in the newsroom. Hear from industry experts and educators on skills, risks and opportunities.
Book here: www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-in-the-...
#AIinMedia
Join the University of Sheffield and the NCTJ for a one day symposium on AI in the newsroom. Hear from industry experts and educators on skills, risks and opportunities.
Book here: www.eventbrite.com/e/ai-in-the-...
#AIinMedia
Day 14 of our advent calendar. Your brain does more than listen.
This video looks at how the brain sends feedback to the ears and why this matters for hearing loss research.
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#HearingScience #SheffieldResearch
This video looks at how the brain sends feedback to the ears and why this matters for hearing loss research.
Watch here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/how-b...
#HearingScience #SheffieldResearch
December 14, 2025 at 11:50 AM
Day 14 of our advent calendar. Your brain does more than listen.
This video looks at how the brain sends feedback to the ears and why this matters for hearing loss research.
Watch here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/how-b...
#HearingScience #SheffieldResearch
This video looks at how the brain sends feedback to the ears and why this matters for hearing loss research.
Watch here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/how-b...
#HearingScience #SheffieldResearch
Day 12 of our research advent calendar features one of our top podcasts of 2025.
Crisis Point is a podcast series that explores why economic crises keep happening, using history and political economy to make sense of the present.
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Crisis Point is a podcast series that explores why economic crises keep happening, using history and political economy to make sense of the present.
Listen on The Player: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/speri...
December 12, 2025 at 1:02 PM
Day 12 of our research advent calendar features one of our top podcasts of 2025.
Crisis Point is a podcast series that explores why economic crises keep happening, using history and political economy to make sense of the present.
Listen on The Player: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/speri...
Crisis Point is a podcast series that explores why economic crises keep happening, using history and political economy to make sense of the present.
Listen on The Player: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/speri...
Day 11 of our Research Advent Calendar.
Seeking Sanctuary in Higher Education shares real stories from people who have sought safety while studying. Learn how trauma affects daily life and how meaningful support can help people settle and thrive.
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Seeking Sanctuary in Higher Education shares real stories from people who have sought safety while studying. Learn how trauma affects daily life and how meaningful support can help people settle and thrive.
Explore: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/seeki...
December 11, 2025 at 2:10 PM
Day 11 of our Research Advent Calendar.
Seeking Sanctuary in Higher Education shares real stories from people who have sought safety while studying. Learn how trauma affects daily life and how meaningful support can help people settle and thrive.
Explore: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/seeki...
Seeking Sanctuary in Higher Education shares real stories from people who have sought safety while studying. Learn how trauma affects daily life and how meaningful support can help people settle and thrive.
Explore: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/seeki...
Day 10 of our research advent countdown.
How has alcohol shaped the world we live in. This podcast explores five moments from history that changed everything and one you might not expect.
Listen here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/5-and...
How has alcohol shaped the world we live in. This podcast explores five moments from history that changed everything and one you might not expect.
Listen here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/5-and...
December 10, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Day 10 of our research advent countdown.
How has alcohol shaped the world we live in. This podcast explores five moments from history that changed everything and one you might not expect.
Listen here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/5-and...
How has alcohol shaped the world we live in. This podcast explores five moments from history that changed everything and one you might not expect.
Listen here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/5-and...
Day nine of our research advent countdown.
Can we protect bees using Bluetooth. A Sheffield PhD student is tracking bumblebees with tiny tags and machine learning to understand where they fly and how they respond to change.
Watch the video to see how this could help pollinator health.
#BeeScience
Can we protect bees using Bluetooth. A Sheffield PhD student is tracking bumblebees with tiny tags and machine learning to understand where they fly and how they respond to change.
Watch the video to see how this could help pollinator health.
#BeeScience
December 9, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Day nine of our research advent countdown.
Can we protect bees using Bluetooth. A Sheffield PhD student is tracking bumblebees with tiny tags and machine learning to understand where they fly and how they respond to change.
Watch the video to see how this could help pollinator health.
#BeeScience
Can we protect bees using Bluetooth. A Sheffield PhD student is tracking bumblebees with tiny tags and machine learning to understand where they fly and how they respond to change.
Watch the video to see how this could help pollinator health.
#BeeScience
Day 8 of our research advent calendar focuses on food and community power.
In the Co-Creating Sustainable Food Systems podcast, communities in Zimbabwe share how they are changing food systems through sustainable practices.
Listen here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/cocre...
#SustainableFood
In the Co-Creating Sustainable Food Systems podcast, communities in Zimbabwe share how they are changing food systems through sustainable practices.
Listen here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/cocre...
#SustainableFood
December 8, 2025 at 12:13 PM
Day 8 of our research advent calendar focuses on food and community power.
In the Co-Creating Sustainable Food Systems podcast, communities in Zimbabwe share how they are changing food systems through sustainable practices.
Listen here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/cocre...
#SustainableFood
In the Co-Creating Sustainable Food Systems podcast, communities in Zimbabwe share how they are changing food systems through sustainable practices.
Listen here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/series/cocre...
#SustainableFood
Day 7 of our research advent calendar.
Can Counter-Strike help you think faster? Sheffield researchers found experienced players make quicker decisions and react faster in complex tasks. The findings could support training in high pressure jobs.
Watch here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/psych...
Can Counter-Strike help you think faster? Sheffield researchers found experienced players make quicker decisions and react faster in complex tasks. The findings could support training in high pressure jobs.
Watch here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/psych...
December 7, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Day 7 of our research advent calendar.
Can Counter-Strike help you think faster? Sheffield researchers found experienced players make quicker decisions and react faster in complex tasks. The findings could support training in high pressure jobs.
Watch here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/psych...
Can Counter-Strike help you think faster? Sheffield researchers found experienced players make quicker decisions and react faster in complex tasks. The findings could support training in high pressure jobs.
Watch here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/psych...
Day 6 of our Player advent calendar highlights a film on menstrual activism.
It shows how education, policy and diverse voices help reduce stigma and tackle issues like period poverty.
Watch here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/menst...
#MenstrualHealth #PeriodPoverty
It shows how education, policy and diverse voices help reduce stigma and tackle issues like period poverty.
Watch here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/menst...
#MenstrualHealth #PeriodPoverty
December 6, 2025 at 11:41 AM
Day 6 of our Player advent calendar highlights a film on menstrual activism.
It shows how education, policy and diverse voices help reduce stigma and tackle issues like period poverty.
Watch here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/menst...
#MenstrualHealth #PeriodPoverty
It shows how education, policy and diverse voices help reduce stigma and tackle issues like period poverty.
Watch here: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/menst...
#MenstrualHealth #PeriodPoverty
Day 5 of our Player Advent Calendar!
The Julia Garnham Centre trains future leaders in genetics and supports NHS teams working on cancer and rare disease diagnosis. This film shows how community and hands on experience prepare students for real impact.
Watch: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/empow...
The Julia Garnham Centre trains future leaders in genetics and supports NHS teams working on cancer and rare disease diagnosis. This film shows how community and hands on experience prepare students for real impact.
Watch: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/empow...
December 5, 2025 at 1:45 PM
Day 5 of our Player Advent Calendar!
The Julia Garnham Centre trains future leaders in genetics and supports NHS teams working on cancer and rare disease diagnosis. This film shows how community and hands on experience prepare students for real impact.
Watch: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/empow...
The Julia Garnham Centre trains future leaders in genetics and supports NHS teams working on cancer and rare disease diagnosis. This film shows how community and hands on experience prepare students for real impact.
Watch: player.sheffield.ac.uk/events/empow...