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New study investigates link between father’s weight and Alzheimer’s risk
Southampton researchers are exploring how a father’s obesity may impact their children’s risk of dementia. The national study is funded...
Jun 28, 2023


Revolutionary tech in Mars rover could transform disease detection
Southampton researchers are advancing a new technology, already used in space exploration, to search for signs of diseases. The...
Jun 15, 2023


Southampton team evaluates young people’s health in South Africa
Southampton researchers have launched a new project in South Africa. The research will assess young people’s physical and mental health....
Jun 14, 2023


Obesity in later life may cause our muscles to age faster
New research has shown genes linked with a longer life are less active in the muscles of older men who are overweight or living with...
Jun 7, 2023


Government health failures leave new parents unprepared, report warns
Southampton researchers have joined calls for national policies to improve health before pregnancy. Experts say expectant mothers and...
May 26, 2023


LifeLab supports young people in South Africa
Southampton’s LifeLab programme is being rolled out across the world to inspire healthier life choices. The programme gives young people...
May 24, 2023


Southampton researchers lead international project to tackle childhood obesity
An international study involving Southampton researchers is assessing support for parents that could reduce childhood obesity, starting...
May 18, 2023


Southampton professor awarded major international research prize
Prof Nicholas Harvey has won a prestigious science award for osteoporosis research. He has been honoured with the International...
May 16, 2023


Leading nutrition expert wins research award
Professor Philip Calder has been honoured with the Stephen S. Chang Award. The international prize recognises his outstanding...
May 12, 2023


Teens develop easy to understand exam stress guide
Southampton teenagers have created a digital guide to support students during the exam period. The guide was co-created by a youth panel...
May 3, 2023


Researchers call for better pre-pregnancy support to reduce inequalities
Southampton researchers have urged the government to consider how to better support people in preparing for pregnancy and parenthood...
Apr 28, 2023


Weight loss pill enters first clinical trial
Southampton researchers are launching the first trial of a pioneering weight-loss treatment. Healthy volunteers will test a...
Apr 12, 2023


Removing 'impulse buy' foods high in fat, salt and sugar receives support
Shoppers and retailers support a ban on junk foods at store entrances, aisle ends and checkouts in a new Southampton study. In the UK,...
Mar 23, 2023


New study calls for national policies to improve health before pregnancy
Nine in ten women in England enter pregnancy with at least one indicator that may increase health risks to them and their baby, according...
Mar 22, 2023


Obesity risk may pass from mothers to daughters
New research shows women with obesity may share the risk of the disease with their daughters, but not their sons. Southampton researchers...
Mar 22, 2023


New research hub to improve the quality of nutrition in UK food and drink
A new innovation hub led by Southampton researchers aims to transform the nutritional quality of food and drink sold in the UK. The Diet...
Mar 10, 2023


Southampton contributes to new World Health Organization collaboration
Southampton researchers are part of a new, global collaboration for better bone health and ageing. The agreement is led by the World...
Mar 2, 2023


Energy drink intake rising among teens in deprived areas amid widening inequality
Young people in deprived areas are drinking more energy drinks while the total falls in wealthier communities, according to new research....
Feb 24, 2023


Southampton researchers join forces to support the mental health of teenagers with autism
A new study will develop an app to support young people with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) to manage their own mental health. Around...
Feb 17, 2023


Extra vitamin D during pregnancy may increase chance of a 'natural' birth
Women who take extra vitamin D during their pregnancy are more likely to have a 'natural' delivery, according to new research. 'Natural'...
Feb 6, 2023
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