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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Measuring the impact of the aurora borealis on climate change
A Southampton researcher is developing new techniques to measure the temperature of the upper atmosphere and model the impact of the aurora on climate systems. -
Using copper to fight COVID-19
Biological Sciences and Health Sciences are showing how copper can provide a permanent defence against the spread of Coronavirus on surfaces in just one minute. -
Expanding the use of satellite data to provide real-world benefits
The University is leading research into remote sensing to improve food security, population mapping and disaster response. -
Putting children at the heart of climate policy
The University of Southampton has led research into the first comprehensive worldwide analysis of climate risk to children. -
Securing food for the future
Our researchers are finding ways to provide food security for the future. -
Building sustainability into hair and beauty
The UK’s £6.2 billion hairdressing industry has a huge environmental impact. Award-winning training developed by a Southampton business expert is reducing its carbon footprint and cutting costs. -
Bringing next-generation technology to the whole world
A Southampton expert's work will help bring wireless communications to some of the most inaccessible places on Earth. -
Helping diagnose and treat COVID-19 more quickly
When COVID-19 hit in late 2019, a worldwide fight to beat it began. Our biomedics have taken on the challenge to diagnose it quicker and treat it better - with promising early successes. -
Empowering young people to make positive health choices during the COVID-19 pandemic
Helping young people to make positive lifestyle choices has never been as important as it is now. LifeLab is working to ensure young people have a voice, and that they understand the choices they can make to reduce the impact COVID-19 on their lives. -
Optimising power transfer for renewable energy
Our researchers are running a series of projects to optimise the design of marine high voltage cables, used in offshore windfarms, to maximise power transfer and save money. -
Population mapping saves lives
A University of Southampton research group is using new ways of mapping and counting populations to help developing countries. WorldPop's datasets have helped to eradicate polio in Nigeria and assist earthquake victims in Nepal. -
Using AI to turn fantasy football into reality
A Southampton PhD student has used artificial intelligence to remove the guesswork from building a dream football team, and it's poised to revolutionise the industry.