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Life Under the Microscope: Building a centre of excellence for biological imaging technology

Physicists and biologists in Imagine: Imaging Life, a research group at the University of Sheffield, use and develop the most cutting edge microscopes to get an in depth look at our cells, at bacteria, and other microscopic entities.

Understanding autism spectrum conditions in adulthood

Autism is typically thought of as a childhood condition. In reality, it is a lifelong developmental condition, but there is limited understanding of autism in adulthood. Professor Elizabeth Milne's work aims to address this imbalance.

New study discovers how cells vital for organ function arise during early human embryonic development

A new study from scientists at the University of Sheffield has discovered how vital neurons and cells that control the function of crucial organs develop in the womb.

Genetic ‘toolkit’ helps periwinkles gain advantage on the seashore

Periwinkles, struggling to survive the seashore battleground, have developed a genetic ‘toolkit’ to help them adapt to different environments, a new study shows.

Crowdsourcing friendly bacteria helps superbug cause infection

Antimicrobial resistant pathogens crowdsource friendly bacteria to survive in immune cells and cause disease, a new study by the University of Sheffield has revealed.

Brain tingles: First study of its kind reveals physiological benefits of ASMR

Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response (ASMR) – the relaxing ‘brain tingles’ experienced by some people in response to specific triggers – may have benefits for both mental and physical health, according to new research.

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