Our research impact
Uniting research disciplines, the University of Southampton aims to solve pressing global challenges. Our work ranges from enhancing cancer treatments to revolutionising renewable energy and defeating COVID-19. Uncover our multidisciplinary approach to a better future.
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Transforming patients’ experiences of living with increased cancer risk
Innovative e-learning, shaped by Southampton research, is improving the experience of men living with increased risk of prostate cancer. -
Protecting marine biodiversity
Mapping seagrass in the Western Indian Ocean to boost conservation efforts -
Engineering resilient rail embankments
Future-proofing railway embankments from the impacts of climate change. -
Understanding and Projecting Childbearing Trends in the UK
Fertility forecasting projections developed by Southampton academics are being used by national statistical offices and government departments. They help shape plans for future demand in schooling, housing, childcare services, and health and welfare provisions. -
Tackling pension poverty
Addressing inequalities in the pension system. -
Dealing with chronic pain
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Incorporating AI and digital transformation into project management
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Rapid diagnosis of dementia
A new rapid laser-based test that could diagnose different types of dementia in just minutes has been developed by Southampton researchers. -
Developing community-led climate and health solutions in Ghana
Working with local people to improve their understanding of the climate crisis on their health and wellbeing. -
Finding cancer treatments using AI
Southampton researchers are using AI to study how immune cells function in the body, aiming to improve immunotherapy treatments and patient outcomes. -
Mapping tomorrow’s population distribution
Research group WorldPop, based at Southampton, is developing maps which can be used to predict the impact of climate change on the distribution of Earth’s population by the end of the century. The maps will provide detailed pictures of humanity by 2100, including predicted population sizes, ages and genders. -
Harnessing AI to improve eye health
Innovative smartphone games support treatment and testing for children’s eye conditions.