Our research impact
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Revolutionising access to dental care in Sri Lanka
A dentistry simulation model led by Southampton has directly influenced government policy to improve dental outcomes and stabilise the country's dentistry sector.
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Using social design to help homeless people move into safe spaces
This social design research project has completely rethought and redesigned shelters for the chronically homeless in Barcelona.
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Studying marine animals to evaluate sulphur reduction methods in shipping
A team of Southampton researchers is part of a Europe-wide project to assess whether measures taken by shipping companies to cut air pollution are working or just moving the problem elsewhere.
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Using chemistry to see the invisible
A chemistry research project is making new advances in detecting cancer cells that currently can't be seen.
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Improving maternal and neonatal health in India
Global health experts at Southampton are working with government to improve survival rates for expectant mothers and newborns. Their findings are influencing policy.
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Eliminating cloud shadow impact on Earth observation imagery
Project will improve quality of airborne data used in forestry, agriculture and environmental monitoring.
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Putting quantum computing in the palm of your hand
Physicists from the University of Southampton have secured investment for their ground-breaking, miniature quantum device.
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Giving children and young people a voice in city culture
Through the Connecting Culture research project, Southampton City Council will plan cultural activities for children and young people by drawing on their real-life experiences.
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Making sense of data legislation
Southampton IT law expert helps organisations comply with data protection regulations while finding ways to innovate with anonymisation.
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Curbing the impact of aircraft noise
A new project aims to mitigate the effect of increasing air traffic on people on the ground.
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Using culture and heritage to regenerate towns
A multi-disciplinary research team from Southampton is exploring the role of the 'Towns Fund' in regenerating towns’ economies through the creative, cultural and heritage industries.
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Enhancing astronaut health and helping physiotherapists consult during COVID
Health researchers share their insights to support both astronauts in space and people on Earth.