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Boys who smoke in their early teens put future children at risk, study finds
New research suggests boys who smoke in their early teens risk damaging the genes of their future children. Researchers from the...
Aug 31, 2023


Hospital volunteers run exercise classes for older patients
A new study will see if virtual sessions by trained volunteers can help older patients regain their strength after they return home. At...
Aug 29, 2023


Southampton’s research into AI for genetics receives funding boost
Researchers in Southampton will develop Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to improve the analysis and interpretation of newly discovered...
Aug 17, 2023


Nutrition awareness app helps spot signs of child risk
Southampton researchers have developed a digital tool to support nutrition focused assessments in children. Good nutrition is important...
Aug 3, 2023


Professor Cyrus Cooper wins prestigious award
Southampton’s Professor Cyrus Cooper has been recognised with the Royal Osteoporosis Society’s highest honour. The Linda Edwards Award...
Jul 26, 2023


Fibre supplements trialled in Southampton to support immune health
A new study in Southampton is exploring the effects of soluble fibre on the immune system. Fibre is essential for healthy digestion –...
Jul 19, 2023


The public should not be only ones responsible for shift to sustainable food, scientists say
Top European scientists, including Southampton’s Professor Janis Baird, say new policies on food could transform the way we eat. We...
Jul 14, 2023


Helping patients with the burden of sharing genetic test results with relatives
Southampton researchers have found patients would like more support when sharing the results of their genetic test with at-risk...
Jul 12, 2023


Bright future for clinical research presented on BBC Politics South
Clinical research in Wessex is in good health and there are lots of new ways to take part, Professor Saul Faust has told BBC’s Politics...
Jul 3, 2023


Research funding boost delivers cutting-edge technologies to Wessex
New equipment and technologies will increase health research across the region, following a major funding boost. Over £1.7m is being...
Jun 30, 2023


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


Southampton leads £31m vision to build trust in AI
Southampton researchers will lead a major international project to help develop responsible and trustworthy artificial intelligence (AI)....
Jun 26, 2023


New study could unlock better asthma treatments
Southampton researchers are investigating a new drug that could help people with asthma. The drug targets a gene that makes people more...
Jun 23, 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


New COVID-19 vaccine study opens in Southampton
A new study is investigating a COVID-19 booster vaccine designed to protect against multiple variants. People are taking part in research...
Jun 15, 2023
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