Research area

Ocean and earth science

A collection of corals from a deep reef in the Red Sea, shining in a rainbow of colours.

We’re a major European centre for oceanography and marine geoscience. We address key scientific questions to influence policy and practice whether we’re working at the summit of volcanoes or the depths of the ocean. Our interdisciplinary research environment offers excellent centres, groups and facilities.

Research highlights

Research highlights

Creating RRS Discovery’s ‘digital twin’

A team led by the University of Southampton has developed a highly accurate 3D representation of the entire research vessel RRS Discovery, shedding light on the lives of Antarctic explorers.

Cutting international shipping carbon emissions

Researchers from Southampton have coordinated sea trials of a 20-metre high wing-sail that could be fitted to large cargo vessels, cutting carbon emissions by a third.

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