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University of Southampton Researchers to Support Breast Walk Ever in Aid of Breast Cancer Research

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from the University of Southampton will join the Breast Walk Ever charity event on 8 June 2025 to support Against Breast Cancer and raise funds for vital research into secondary breast cancer. ABC-funded PhD student Grace Hayes … Read the full press release

Study Reveals Link Between Teenage Obesity in Fathers and Increased Health Risks in Future Generations

(IN BRIEF) A study from the University of Southampton and the University of Bergen reveals that boys who become overweight during their early teens may inadvertently affect the health of their future children. The research found epigenetic changes in genes … Read the full press release

University of Southampton Scientists Engineer Super-Strong Antibody to Boost Immune Response Against Cancer

(IN BRIEF) Scientists at the University of Southampton have engineered a new type of super-strong antibody, which could significantly enhance immune system responses in cancer patients. By altering the shape and rigidity of antibodies, the team discovered that these modified … Read the full press release

Mentoring Initiative for Minority Women in Medical and Health Sciences Shows Positive Impact on Career Progression and Inclusivity

(IN BRIEF) The AIMMS initiative, a mentorship program designed to support minority women in academic medicine and health sciences, has proven to be an effective tool in breaking down barriers and promoting career advancement. Developed by the University of Southampton … Read the full press release

University of Southampton Opens World-Leading E-Beam Lithography Facility to Accelerate Semiconductor Innovation

(IN BRIEF) The University of Southampton’s new E-beam lithography facility, which is the second of its kind globally, will significantly advance semiconductor technology in the UK. The facility, which provides unmatched accuracy in designing the components of future technologies, supports … Read the full press release

Southampton Leads £4.5M UK-Wide Research Network Exploring How Gut Health Influences the Brain and Immune System

(IN BRIEF) A new UK research network led by the University of Southampton is investigating how the gut microbiome influences the brain and immune system. With £4.5 million in BBSRC funding, the four-year project brings together scientists from Southampton, Cambridge, … Read the full press release

New Study Reveals Iceberg-Driven Climate Crisis that May Have Triggered the Fall of Rome

(IN BRIEF) A team of scientists from the University of Southampton, in partnership with researchers from Queen’s University in Canada and the Chinese Academy of Sciences in Beijing, has discovered new evidence detailing the intensity of a 6th century climate … Read the full press release

DNV Launches Joint Industry Project to Improve Ground Investigation Practices for Offshore Wind Developments

(IN BRIEF) DNV has launched the Ground Investigation for Floating Wind (GIFT) joint industry project (JIP) to establish clear guidelines for ground characterization in offshore wind projects. This collaboration, involving over 15 industry partners and academic institutions, aims to improve … Read the full press release

University of Southampton Study Reveals Challenges Faced by Paramedics in Providing End-of-Life Care in England

(IN BRIEF) A study conducted by the University of Southampton reveals significant challenges faced by paramedics in responding to end-of-life patients in England. Key issues identified include a lack of patient information, barriers to medication administration, and insufficient training, which … Read the full press release

Southampton Scientists Embark on Space Mission to Detect Dark Matter Using Groundbreaking Technology

(IN BRIEF) Scientists from the University of Southampton have launched an ambitious experiment aimed at detecting dark matter, a mysterious force that makes up 85% of the universe’s mass. The experiment uses a unique device that levitates graphite sheets in … Read the full press release

University of Southampton to Lead National Effort to Tackle Maternity Care Disparities

(IN BRIEF) The University of Southampton is leading a collaboration within the £50 million NIHR Challenge: Maternity Disparities consortium to address inequalities in maternity care across the UK. The initiative aims to improve health outcomes by focusing on preconception and … Read the full press release

Southampton Astronomer’s Arctic Adventure Inspires Debut Children’s Book on Northern Lights

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Sadie Jones, an astronomer from the University of Southampton, has drawn inspiration from her expedition to Svalbard, Norway, to write her first children’s book, Seren and the Polar Bear Cub, aimed at readers 10 and up. The … Read the full press release

University of Southampton Study Links Prenatal Vitamin D to Lasting Bone Strength in Children

(IN BRIEF) New research led by the University of Southampton shows that children whose mothers took vitamin D supplements during pregnancy have stronger bones at age seven. Part of the MAVIDOS trial, the study found that these children had higher … Read the full press release

University of Southampton Leads Sea Trials for Wind-Powered Cargo Ship to Cut Global Shipping Emissions by One-Third

(IN BRIEF) Scientists from the University of Southampton have begun sea trials on a wind-powered technology designed to reduce the carbon emissions of large cargo ships by up to a third. The wing-sail, developed by Smart Green Shipping, was retrofitted … Read the full press release

Breakthrough Peptide Inhibitor Targets Tau Protein Aggregation, Paving the Way for New Alzheimer’s Treatments

(IN BRIEF) An international team of researchers has made a significant breakthrough in Alzheimer’s drug development with the introduction of RI-AG03, a novel peptide inhibitor that targets and inhibits two key aggregation-promoting hotspots of the Tau protein, which is critical … Read the full press release

Breakthrough Blood Test May Revolutionize Tuberculosis Detection, Potentially Saving Millions of Lives

(IN BRIEF) Researchers at the University of Southampton have made significant progress towards developing a blood test capable of identifying millions of individuals unknowingly spreading tuberculosis (TB). By analyzing blood markers, the study identified a set of six proteins highly … Read the full press release

GUSTO Trial Aims to Revolutionize Bladder Cancer Treatment with Genetic Tailoring

(IN BRIEF) A groundbreaking trial called GUSTO, led jointly by the University of Southampton, Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, and the University of Leeds, has been launched to potentially revolutionize bladder cancer treatment by matching therapies to the genetic … Read the full press release

Research Reveals Immunocompromised Individuals with Limited COVID-19 Antibodies at Higher Risk: MELODY Study

(IN BRIEF) A recent study, conducted by a collaborative team including the University of Southampton and Imperial College London, has identified that individuals with compromised immune systems, such as those with solid organ transplants, rare autoimmune diseases, or blood cancer … Read the full press release

New Underwater AI Bot Aims to Protect Ocean Environment and Combat Illegal Fishing

(IN BRIEF) Scientists at the University of Southampton have initiated the development of an underwater artificial intelligence (AI) bot called Aqua, designed to detect activities that pose harm to the ocean environment. The AI system, codenamed MARLIN, received over £700,000 … Read the full press release

AMBROSIA – A MULTIPLEXED PLASMO-PHOTONIC BIOSENSING PLATFORM FOR RAPID AND INTELLIGENT SEPSIS DIAGNOSIS AT THE POINT-OF-CARE

HORIZON-RIA PROJECT GRANTED FOR THE EARLY DETECTION OF SEPSIS AT THE POINT-OF-CARE DISRUPTIVE SOLUTION FOR SEPSIS DIAGNOSIS AT THE POINT OF CARE THAT WILL OFFER MULTIPLEXED (WITHIN A SINGLE TEST) (IN BRIEF)The AMBROSIA project has been granted under the call … Read the full press release