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AI in Cancer Research Event
Dr Bilal Tahir speaking at the event

Sheffield brings clinicians, scientists and industry together to explore AI's potential in cancer research

Clinicians, researchers and industry partners came together for a joint workshop exploring how artificial intelligence can transform cancer research and care.

Staff celebrating the 20th anniversary of the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Clinical Research Facility (CRF): Sheffield.
Staff celebrating the 20th anniversary of the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) Clinical Research Facility (CRF): Sheffield.

Two decades and thousands of transformed lives: Clinical research facility celebrates 20th anniversary

Sheffield’s NIHR Clinical Research Facility has played a crucial role in helping to advance care in South Yorkshire and beyond.
A man presenting on a stage.

University of Sheffield researcher recognised with international honour for AI research in oral and maxillofacial pathology

Researcher has received one of the highest international honours in oral and maxillofacial pathology in recognition of pioneering research using artificial intelligence (AI) to improve the diagnosis of oral and head and neck cancers.

New animation shares first-hand experiences of people living with non-smoking lung cancer

The aim is that others going through this highly difficult experience know that they are not alone
Munitta Muthana on YCR Walk for Yorkshire

Sheffield team raises funds for life-saving research

Professor Munitta Muthana walked alongside her colleagues at the University of Sheffield to give something back to the charity that has enabled her to pursue her passion for cancer research.

| Published by the Yorkshire Evening Post
James Catto, Professor in Urological Surgery

Professor James Catto Elected Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences

Professor James Catto receives prestigious fellowship, recognised for his outstanding contributions to medical research and patient care.
Technician in face mask with tray of samples

Reduction in length of immunotherapy treatment for hard-to-treat melanoma shows promise in clinical trial

Reducing the length of immunotherapy treatment for an advanced skin cancer did not significantly diminish disease control when compared to giving treatments over a longer period.
Student conducting research in a lab

Groundbreaking cancer research hub receives £10 million in new funding

The University of Sheffield and Yorkshire Cancer Research are pioneering 10 world-leading research studies that aim to accelerate understanding of cancer and find cures that will save lives in the region and beyond
Lung X-ray

Increased use of chest x-rays linked to earlier lung cancer diagnosis and improved survival

A groundbreaking study has revealed a significant link between the frequency of chest x-ray referrals from GPs and earlier diagnosis and improved survival rates for lung cancer patients.