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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Using optical fibres to create a sustainable fuel supply
Multidisciplinary team has found a way to turn water into hydrogen fuel using optical fibres. -
Changing the lives of young people through archaeology
The Black Sea Maritime Archaeology Project integrated education and research in order to inspire the next generation of STEM students. -
Tackling the wildlife traffickers
Software will support efforts to curb illegal trade and bring criminals to justice -
Combating guilt around infant feeding
Tackling unhelpful ways of thinking and talking about parental feeding choices. -
Working out if a computer can play jazz
A Southampton researcher was awarded an Alan Turing Institute fellowship to investigate whether AI can replicate the complexities of jazz improvisation. -
Campaigning for equality in the film industry
A team from Southampton has influenced UK film industry policy by highlighting the role of women and the obstacles they face. -
Inspiring young people to make positive lifestyle choices
An education and medicine collaboration helps youngsters make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing in the face of the pandemic. -
Unearthing pandemic insights to help towns level up
A think tank jointly founded by a Southampton professor identifies the UK towns most at risk from the effects of COVID-19. -
Revolutionising ways to find essential materials
A Southampton Chemistry researcher is using pioneering computational chemistry modelling methods to make positive changes in everything from clean fuel to healthcare. -
Supporting primary languages teachers through online learning
Putting research into practice is central to a Southampton-led research project designed to empower primary school teachers in their teaching of foreign languages. -
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. -
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.