Families waiting for months or years for an ADHD diagnosis feel stressed, powerless and “forever in limbo” according to a study by our Psychology at Soton researchers. They spoke to parents of children on waiting lists about their experiences. Read more: https://southampton.pulse.ly/i2tsqsuax1

An unassuming yellow wildflower, steeped in folklore for its healing powers, has been proven to have genuine medicinal qualities. Read more 👉 https://tr.ee/yO1PWB

We have doubled our top 50 subjects in the QS World Rankings by Subject 2026 🌍 We now have 6 subjects in the global top 50, led by nursing at 13th. Plus, we’re now ranked in 37 subjects, with new entries in Art & Design and Data Science & AI. See more: www.topuniversities.com/subject-rank...

Our researchers have paved the way for a system to monitor the health of people worldwide trying for a baby. These metrics could shape care and support before pregnancy and parenthood, reducing health inequalities and improve health for future families. 👉 https://southampton.pulse.ly/hptjmfyuu9

A new paper involving our researchers suggests fathers’ health and well-being is crucial to improving pregnancy and child outcomes. While the focus of pre-pregnancy health has traditionally been on mothers, the team say fathers have a real impact too. Read more 👉 https://tr.ee/9Sb0us

We’re pleased to announce the appointment of Professor @charlottesummers.bsky.social as our new Dean of the Faculty of Medicine. A member of our alumni, she joins us from the University of Cambridge where she leads the Victor Phillip Dahdaleh Heart & Lung Research Institute. 👉 tr.ee/wtJGHv

We’re proud to announce the launch of our new Southampton Space Institute, which is dedicated to keeping the UK at the forefront of the global space industry. It builds on our 65-year heritage of education and research in space science, aeronautics and astronautics. Read more: tr.ee/hTCGrl

Professor Jon Copley has spoken to Sky News' Money blog about what it's like to be a marine biologist - from salaries to the reality of deep-sea expeditions and the biggest threat to our oceans. Read more 👇 news.sky.com/story/marine...

There's no robust evidence that ADHD is being over diagnosed in the UK - our experts say 🧠 Instead, they say long waits for assessment, support and treatment are more pressing concerns. Read more 👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/w9ouxzqudp | @sotonpsychology.bsky.social

Proud to celebrate our dinosaur expert Dr Neil Gostling and former student Thomas Land for their parts in the new Spielberg documentary The Dinosaurs on Netflix 🦕 Dr Gostling researched Spinosaurus habits, and Thomas was a science researcher. Find out more: www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2026/03...

We've reached the highest point in constructing our new teaching and learning building on Highfield campus! 🎉 To celebrate, we held a steel-signing topping out ceremony with university leaders and local guests. Find out more: www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2026/03... @wearekier.bsky.social

Our student engineers have carried out the world’s first demo of a 'blockchain black box’ on a drone. It records flight data on a secure digital ledger so it's actions can be verified and trusted. Read more: https://southampton.pulse.ly/j3o142z2pz

Helping prevent severe asthma attacks 🫁 Researchers at @uhsft.bsky.social & @unisouthampton.bsky.social are leading a UK-first study. This is seeing if an extra check-up can help children who are overusing reliever inhalers. Watch for it on BBC and ITV today 📺 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/dangero...

What if robots could move through water like fish? 🐟 Researchers have created a soft robotic wing that senses water currents and adapts its shape automatically. Find out more: www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2026/02...

Our incredible team behind pioneering rail research was awarded a #QEdPrize by the King and Queen at St James’s Palace today for work strengthening the UK’s rail network. Professor William Powrie and Vice-Chancellor Professor Mark E Smith collected the award. See more: tr.ee/1UAKWs

Is your phone your comfort blanket? 📲 Phubbing, checking your phone during conversations, is linked to deeper psychological needs. New research by psychologist Dr Claire Hart shows attachment insecurity and materialism as key factors. Read more 👇 https://southampton.pulse.ly/afvzxczrt5

Forget the flowers and try a playable poem instead 💕 Jordan Magnuson, Senior Lecturer in Games and Media shares how these five short video games that work like poems are perfect for Valentine's Day. Read the article now: https://theconversation.pulse.ly/4glivoft2y

Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual (LGB) people vote more when they live near other LGB people, according to new research led by Dr @turnbulldugarte.com and colleagues in Sweden. Find out more: https://southampton.pulse.ly/eohs8ktjfz @sotonpolitics.bsky.social

Our researchers are using mindfulness to enable more effective endoscopies in awake patients. It means doctors could catch cancers earlier without using general anaesthetic or sedation. Read more 👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/6xvbgbtozq | @nottmhospitals.bsky.social

Hundreds of millions of years ago our planet was frozen, in a state called Snowball Earth. Researchers here at Southampton have examined how the climate would have fluctuated. Read more: https://tr.pulse.ly/si1ggtin1u @gernon.bsky.social | @cgrifgeo.bsky.social | @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social

One in four pregnancies are affected by maternal obesity. Our researchers contributed to a Royal College of Physicians report linking it to far higher risks of serious complications including gestational diabetes, pre-eclampsia and haemorrhage. Find out more 👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/dm2bmrljr5

We’re proud to be partnering with GSK, Oxford and Cambridge to help train future leaders in pharmaceutical science, with a newly launched doctoral training programme. Read more: tr.ee/xgzjS6 @ox.ac.uk | @gsk.bsky.social | @ukri.org | @cam.ac.uk

A major incident has been declared at UHS this morning following a fire. Hampshire and Isle of Wight Fire and Rescue Service were called to Southampton General Hospital at 5.30am and the fire has now been contained: www.uhs.nhs.uk/whats-new/ne...

Fascinating interview with Prof Will Jennings on his latest research into how people view their local area. He says people have pride in their areas but feel they have been left behind 👇

Our scientists have examined fossilised plankton that’s millions of years old to help predict the future of our oxygen starved oceans. They’ve found the condition of seas has a chance of improving in centuries to come. Find out more: www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2026/01...

We are up one place, to 33rd, in the QS World University Rankings: Europe 🎉 TIME Magazine’s first university world rankings have also placed us 7th in the UK and 39th globally, out of 500 institutions! Find out more: https://southampton.pulse.ly/i3uginzhc4

Applications have now opened for the new Spärck AI scholarship programme. Named after British computer scientist Karen Spärck Jones, the scholarships will train the next generation of AI experts. Apply now: tr.ee/7ABqhR @russellgroup.bsky.social | @engineering-soton.bsky.social

Our researchers are working with University Hospital Southampton to trial a new device that could cut the time to diagnose respiratory viral infections from hours to just minutes. Read more: https://tr.pulse.ly/dtirogdrxc @uhsft.bsky.social | @uhsftresearch.bsky.social

We are taking our research to Parliament! By bringing our nasal spray evidence directly to policymakers, research teams are accelerating talks about how simple, preventative measures can inform NHS winter preparedness, antimicrobial resistance and public health messaging. Well done to all 👏

Our scientists have unravelled a 66 million-year-old mystery behind how our planet transformed from a tropical greenhouse to the ice-capped world of today. Read more: tr.ee/dPOe9u @amoeba-lab.bsky.social | @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social | @russellgroup.bsky.social

Clunky and patched-up systems are blocking access to GP appointments, according to new research we’ve done with the @ox.ac.uk. Researchers argue a more patient-focused approach and fewer blanket policies are key to making improvements. Read more 👉 https://tr.ee/DA6ywo

Our researchers are part of a large trial into a brain stimulation device for ADHD. The device is approved in the US, but the new study found it is ineffective. Read more 👉 tr.ee/gffnZQ

Our researchers (@sotonoceanearth.bsky.social) have found vast areas of densely populated deltas are sinking even faster than sea levels are rising, placing millions at risk of flooding. Read more 👉 https://tr.ee/TujCXP

Our astronomers have discovered something never seen before in space - a mysterious shock wave surrounding a white dwarf star. Read more: tr.ee/T2K834 @russellgroup.bsky.social @spacesouthcentral.bsky.social @engineering-soton.bsky.social @eso.org

Make sure you check out the latest edition of Re:action. Learn more about creating an environment where people can thrive. Discover the full issue below 👇

Our researchers have developed a promising new way to boost the body’s immune response to cancer. New multi-pronged antibodies can grab more immune receptors and gather them together for a stronger anti-tumour response. Read more: www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2026/01...

Congratulations to Professor John Marshall on his Polar Medal, recognising his decades of research in the harsh polar regions. Awarded by His Majesty King Charles III to those who have made outstanding achievements in polar research. Find out more: www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2026/01...

A cold but beautiful day on campus ❄️

Happy New Year from everyone at the University of Southampton! ✨ Whether you’re studying, researching, teaching or supporting our University, we can’t wait to see what 2026 brings.

Merry Christmas🎄🌟 Whether you’re celebrating today or simply enjoying a quieter moment, we’re wishing everyone a joyful day. Thank you for being part of our community - today and always 💙

From joyful melodies to instantly recognisable tunes, Dan, Head of Jazz, Pop & Musical Theatre Performance and Anastasia, a @uosmusic.bsky.social student, talk festive favorites and play the songs that make the season feel special🎄 Tell us, what’s your favourite Christmas song?

Our AI experts are leading an international project to tackle AI risks in languages including Urdu and Pashto. Dr Shoaib Jameel and Ubaid Azam are part of a United Nations programme to address AI trust and safety. They are aiming to make AI fair and inclusive for all communities.

That’s a wrap on our Winter Graduation ceremonies ❄️ 🎓 Huge congratulations to all our graduates, your hard work and determination have truly paid off. Thank you to everyone who joined us over the last three days. And don't forget to stay in touch 🌟 Swipe to see a few of our favourite moments!

Our scientists, with University of Birmingham, have shown adding anti-body treatment to chemotherapy can benefit children with a rare form of cancer. Neuroblastoma mainly affects young children aged under five. Read more 👉https://southampton.pulse.ly/cueuqo8pdf

We're delighted to stand as a key partner in the new Advanced Skills Alliance between Australia and the UK. Our expertise will boost the skills and research needed to support the security, defence and resilience of both nations. Read more: https://southampton.pulse.ly/atl0yncjcb

Day 1 of Winter Graduation is complete. Congratulations to the Class of 2025, and thank you to all who joined us in celebrating 🎓 #WeAreUoS

Congratulations to the Class of 2025! 🎓 Today marks the start of our graduation ceremonies and we're proud to be celebrating the achievements of our incredible students. See more: https://southampton.pulse.ly/mcefixytlm

We are shocked and deeply saddened to confirm that the person who died following an incident in Portswood on Wed 3 Dec was a student here at our University. Our thoughts are with Henry's family, friends and all those who loved him. Our statement is here: southampton.pulse.ly/u8fhexwlkz

Our researchers have found flood risks in cities like Shanghai are increasing due to climate change and other factors. The international team say floods in Shanghai could be 80% larger and much deeper by 2100. Find out more 👉 www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2025/12... @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social

Toxic bug E. coli uses a secret weapon to survive in our gut even when it is being treated with antibiotics 🧪 Our scientists have unmasked a super-pump inside the bacteria that is activated by our stomach acid. Read more 👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/gomzlvmqrd