Uncovering the regional cost of welfare reform
Sheffield Hallam researchers have charted how a decade of sweeping welfare reforms hit the poorest areas hardest.
Our research informed the design of Universal Credit
Our research resulted in changes in the design of Universal Credit, benefitting both claimants and social housing landlords.
How a new way of doing business is building a fairer society
Our researchers are behind a new business model that shares wealth and power more fairly — and creates a better society for us all.
How we’re making algorithm policing safer and fairer
Our research has been adopted as a national standard for implementing these powerful but controversial techniques
What can your fingerprints reveal about your lifestyle?
Thanks to a new technique developed by our researchers, police can now discover more about the state of mind of a suspect
How to open up university to more people from disadvantaged backgrounds
How effective are widening participation schemes, designed to encourage students from under-represented groups to apply for university?
Exposing the hidden costs of gambling
Our research is raising awareness of gambling-related harm — and improving support for the families most affected.
How good design can change lives
Our innovative products are improving quality of life for people with long-term health conditions.
How community support can help patients and save the NHS
Our researchers have shown how local voluntary groups improve the wellbeing of patients with long-term health conditions — and make us all happier and healthier.
How we’re helping England’s teachers provide an excellent education
Our research is helping every new teacher in England access ongoing support and high-quality professional development, from the start of their career and throughout.