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Scientists close in on blood test to stop spread of tuberculosis
Researchers have taken a major step towards identifying millions of ‘silent spreaders’ of tuberculosis. A new study led by researchers...
Mar 22, 2024


Southampton professors named as senior leaders in UK research
Four Southampton professors have been recognised as outstanding research leaders by the National Institute for Health and Care Research...
Mar 20, 2024


Urgent action needed to combat childhood trauma, report warns
Experts are calling for a population-wide strategy to reduce damaging childhood experiences. Southampton’s Professor Keith Godfrey has...
Mar 20, 2024


Southampton nutrition scientist receives award at the Houses of Parliament
Dr Helena Fisk has been honoured with The Nutrition Society STEM4Britain Award. The award recognises scientific excellence at an early...
Mar 12, 2024


Lung condition app takes step towards use across NHS
An exercise app for a common lung condition that was developed by Southampton researchers has been recommended for use in the UK. The...
Mar 6, 2024


Teens premiere short films to inspire young people into research
Young researchers took centre stage at a glittering film premiere and awards ceremony. The LifeLab celebration lit up the Winchester...
Mar 6, 2024


'Dynamic duo’ defences in bacteria ward off viral threats
Southampton researchers have discovered that bacteria can pair up to fight off viruses together. The new study found that bacterial cells...
Mar 1, 2024


Chronic kidney disease paper selected by journal as Editor’s Choice
Southampton researchers have been highlighted for studying the energy needs of children with kidney disease. Chronic kidney disease (CKD)...
Feb 26, 2024


COVID-19 drugs could treat other lung conditions
Southampton researchers are investigating if promising COVID-19 treatments can help other hospital patients and ease NHS winter...
Feb 23, 2024


New analysis of vast genomes project finds ‘missed’ diagnoses
Southampton researchers have developed a new scoring system that could help give more patients with rare diseases a diagnosis. The...
Feb 16, 2024


Southampton recruits first person in global mpox vaccine study
The first participant in a new international study to find a vaccine for mpox is taking part at the NIHR Southampton Clinical Research...
Feb 9, 2024


‘Urgent action’ needed to improve children’s health, report warns
Experts are calling for ‘urgent action’ to improve children’s health and wellbeing in the first five years of life. Southampton’s...
Feb 9, 2024


Teens use virtual reality to warn of vaping dangers
Hampshire teenagers have produced a virtual reality (VR) experience to help young people ‘escape the vape.’ It emphasises the peer...
Feb 2, 2024


Extra nutrients during pregnancy may reduce risk of childhood obesity, study finds
Taking a nutritional supplement before and during pregnancy could promote healthy weight in childhood, according to new research. Experts...
Jan 30, 2024


Soaring childhood obesity from pandemic will cost UK billions, study finds
A dramatic increase in child obesity levels during the pandemic is set to cost the UK over £8 billion, according to new research. Obesity...
Jan 24, 2024
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