An AI-designed ‘universal’ coronavirus vaccine trialled at @uhsft.bsky.social @southamptoncrf.bsky.social could help protect against future viruses before they emerge 👇 Experts say this could potentially save millions of lives and avoid costly lockdowns. 🔗 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/new-ai-...

🫁 New research to improve care for children with severe asthma @uhsft.bsky.social is co-leading a major @nihr.bsky.social trial to compare treatments for severe asthma attacks in children and young people. Amy shares her experience of taking part 📽️ 👉 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/major-t...

Helping shape the future of cancer care 💙 Great-grandfather David aims to help future generations by joining a Southampton-led study to improve early cancer diagnosis. Over a thousand people with cancer have taken part so far, including at @uhsft.bsky.social 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/great-g...

🧬 Your genome holds instructions for life - but it can also help transform how we understand disease. Sarah Ennis from @unisouthampton.bsky.social and @uhsft.bsky.social uses AI and genomic data to uncover hidden patterns - a first step toward personalised treatments. Learn more in just 30 secs ⏱️

One in three people born in the UK today will develop dementia. This week is #DementiaActionWeek, an awareness campaign led by the @alzheimerssoc.bsky.social. Inês Rodrigues, UKDTN Senior Research Nurse at @uhsft.bsky.social, shares what motivates her to work in dementia research 💙

Nearly all severe asthma patients are battling other hidden health issues - with most having three or more. Our latest study has discovered that the illnesses tend to appear in clusters, paving the way for more effective treatment for millions. Read more: https://southampton.pulse.ly/trrxud1yip

A new study involving experts at @unisouthampton.bsky.social, @uhsft.bsky.social and @southamptonbrc.bsky.social has found that many people living with severe asthma are also managing multiple other long-term health conditions. 🔗 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/severe-...

Today is #ClinicalTrialsDay - a moment to reflect on the life-changing progress made through clinical research 💙 After being diagnosed with a rare brain condition, David Booth is taking part in a clinical trial at @uhsft.bsky.social. 🎥 Watch David’s story. research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/grandfa...

🚴 Coming to a leisure centre near you… A research-based exercise programme is already helping people with cancer in Portsmouth and Bournemouth prepare for surgery. Now it's being launched in Southampton 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/cancer-...

Meet the ‘engine oil’ helping @uhsft.bsky.social work smarter 🏥 Thanks to his place on the Research Leaders Programme, Dr Matt Stammers is finding ways to ensure our patient care is always improving 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/meet-th...

"A new vaccine trial is underway to help the world prepare for a potential outbreak of bird flu," reports the Daily Echo. Read more 👇 www.dailyecho.co.uk/news/2610338...

📈 Are we reaching peak obesity? A new global report reveals rising levels of obesity have slowed, stabilised and possibly even reversed in many nations. Professor Keith Godfrey at @unisouthampton.bsky.social and the NIHR Southampton BRC contributed to it 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/obesity...

🌳 Can tree bark reveal more about the air we breathe? Scientists at the @unisouthampton.bsky.social and NIHR Southampton BRC are exploring an innovative way to track harmful air pollution. They are analysing tree bark, which naturally traps airborne particles 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/scienti...

Protecting people from whooping cough A team at @uhsft.bsky.social led by Professor Robert Read has developed a safe way to develop and test improved vaccines. Whooping cough is estimated to cause 160,000 deaths worldwide each year 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/whoopin...

Young people are taking the lead on tackling ultra‑processed foods 🍎 Through our NIHR‑funded @lifelabsoton.bsky.social study, teenagers explored health impacts and shared findings with Chris van Tulleken at the #SotonBRC2026 open day. Read more via BBC News 👉 bbc.co.uk/news/article...

👀 First glimpse of a pioneering new medical institute Newly released designs show the planned @unisouthampton.bsky.social Institute for Medical Innovation. The £100m building at @uhsft.bsky.social will help researchers tackle devastating diseases 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/first-g...

Working together to grow our lung research 🫁 Dr Sophie Fletcher has dedicated her research career towards improving care for patients. She's using her @uhsft.bsky.social Research Leaders Programme award to support others and forge new collaborations 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/working...

Cancers of the upper digestive tract are inherently resistant to treatment. Dr Luke Hill from @uhsft.bsky.social and @unisouthampton.bsky.social is striving to find new treatments through research 💙 Watch him explain more in just 30 seconds ⏱️

What are the deeper causes of muscle loss in later life? Researchers, including Dr Mark Burton and Dr Emma Garratt, have revealed new insights into age-related muscle loss. They've also found potential contributors to a statin-associated side effect 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/deeper-...

Developing or evaluating new #medtech with @uhsft.bsky.social? Phil Jewell from our SETT Centre shares 5️⃣ practical tips to help you move from idea to impact 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/about-us/fac...

🥕🍎 Can supermarket layouts help us eat more healthily? Placing fruit and vegetables near store entrances improves sales and diet quality, new research led by @christinaavogel.bsky.social shows. Thousands more were bought at each store every month 👇 southamptonbrc.nihr.ac.uk/post/front-o...

“If you think your child has swallowed a magnet, please do go and get checked out.” 🏥 Prof Nigel Hall was on the ITV Good Morning Britain sofa this morning 🎥💙 His research found 300 youngsters were admitted to A&E in a single year after swallowing magnetic toys. www.youtube.com/watch?v=hllM...

Clinical Research Fellows play a vital role in the design, delivery and management of clinical studies 💙 👋 Meet Pam from @uhsft.bsky.social whose research is helping to prevent infectious diseases. Get to know her by watching her 6⃣0⃣ second interview.

🧒 Improving treatment for children with cancer Dr Ali Roghanian and Dr Salah Mansour, with teams at MiNK Therapeutics, aim to develop a treatment without life-long side effects. It's among the first to be selected by the C-Further consortium 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/improve...

Meet a modern day ‘Viking’! ⛵ Elizabeth is ensuring patient and public involvement is at the heart of @uhsft.bsky.social’s NIHR Southampton Biomedical Research Centre. Want to know more about the 'Viking Thing'? Watch the full video here: www.youtube.com/watch?v=2eKz...

✨ Expanding treatment options for advanced cancer Surgeons at @uhsft.bsky.social have trialled two-day surgery for patients with advanced pelvic cancers. New research led by Charles West, partly funded by PLANETS charity, shows it could expand patients' options👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/two-day...

Could #VR help to reduce anxiety before a medical procedure? New research led by Prof Bhaskar Somani and Dr Amelia Pietropaolo at @uhsftresearch.bsky.social suggests it could. It can also help patients to make an informed choice 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/vr-coul...

👋 Meet the team: Ophthalmology Research They deliver research that's helping to improve the lives of patients at @uhsft.bsky.social with eye conditions 👁️ They’re working to bring the very latest advances into everyday care. Thank you for all you do! #WeAreUHS

Taking research into the heart of our communities 💙 This can help to break down barriers, tackle health inequalities and ensure discoveries benefit everyone. Caroline Tiza at @uhsft.bsky.social shares insights from a recent community workshop in St Denys 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/taking-...

Upcoming webinar 🌟 Join the Wessex Women & Girls Research & Innovation Network for a session on the evidence, lived experience and multidisciplinary care of endometriosis. 🗓️ Wednesday 25 March 🕛 12-1pm 💻 Online Find out more and register 👇 wessexhealthpartners.org.uk/events/41/we...

🎉 A breath-taking achievement! A wearable breathing-rate sensor 'sticker' developed by researchers in Southampton and Nottingham has received a national prize from The Engineer UK. 👏 Congratulations to the team for this fantastic achievement research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/breathi...

Over 500 patients join the BRITISH study 👏 🫀 This world-first trial aims to improve treatment for people like Ashley with heart failure. It's led by researchers at @uhsft.bsky.social and run by @southamptonctu.bsky.social 👇 https://research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/major-milestone-for-heart-failure-trial

Could a tampon help improve early diagnosis of ovarian cancer? The VIOLET trial, led by Dr Jemma Longley at @uhsft.bsky.social, aims to find the answer. She’s working with colleagues at @southamptonctu.bsky.social and the @unisouthampton.bsky.social 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/tampon-...

Preparing for an ageing population 🧓 The number of people in the UK over 65 is rising. Natalie Cox at @uhsft.bsky.social and @unisouthampton.bsky.social is investigating ways to improve healthcare given to older people in their own home 🏡 Watch her explain her research in just 30 seconds ⏱️

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...

Could a tampon help improve the #EarlyDiagnosis of #OvarianCancer? The VIOLET study is looking for the earliest clues that #cancer may be present, particularly in women at a higher risk of developing the disease. Read more - bit.ly/4qL6amS @uhsftresearch.bsky.social @cancerresearchuk.org

Improving care for breast cancer 🏥 A new study will investigate whether insulin levels influence how women respond to treatment. Patients can now take part at @uhsft.bsky.social 👇 https://research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/breast-cancer-trial-to-investigate-how-insulin-affects-treatment-response

Meet the Genetics Research Team 👋 They work with the clinical genetics service at @uhsft.bsky.social to deliver a wide range of research studies across cancer, neurology, paediatric and adult genetic conditions. Thank you for the amazing work you do to improve healthcare!

Did you know up to one in three women report experiencing heavy menstrual bleeding? A study led by Prof Ying Cheong will use state-of-the-art technology to improve understanding and diagnosis 👇 https://research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/new-study-to-help-improve-issue-that-affects-up-to-one-in-three-women

🎥 VIDEO - What does it mean to take part in a #ClinicalTrial to improve #HeartFailure treatment and reduce deaths from sudden cardiac arrests? Ashley & Hazel are 2 of 5️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ people who have signed up to take part in the BRITISH trial 👇 Read more about the trial - bit.ly/4aNQ4UR youtu.be/_Tw9WHUy6NQ

In the news 📰 Great to see coverage in @thesun.co.uk of a paperclip-sized sensor - now recommended by @nicecomms.bsky.social to help patients monitor their heart condition at home 🏡 Dr Flett at @uhsft.bsky.social led Southampton's part in research that led to this👇 www.thesun.co.uk/health/38127...

Congratulations to the UNIVERSAL study team 🎉 They've now reached their target of 1,000 participants! The study, led by Prof Tom Wilkinson and the @southamptonctu.bsky.social, is investigating the impact of severe respiratory viruses on patients and the NHS 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/major-r...

Behind every breakthrough is someone like Anastasia - a brilliant lab technician improving respiratory care one sample at a time 💙🔬 Celebrate #WomenInScience by reading her inspiring journey at @uhsft.bsky.social ➡️ research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/meet-an... #February11 #WeAreUHS #LeadingTheWay

Adapting healthcare to a changing climate 🌍 👏 Congratulations to our @nihr.bsky.social Climate Change and Health award winners in #Southampton. Dr Dawn-Marie Walker and Professor Davide Filingeri have secured 2️⃣ of 7️⃣ national awards to build resilience 👇 www.nihr.ac.uk/nihr-climate...

🫀 A tiny sensor making a big difference Thanks to research, including that led at @uhsft.bsky.social by Dr Flett, @nicecomms.bsky.social now recommeds a paperclip-sized sensor. It could help thousands, like Leslie, monitor their heart condition from home 🏡 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/papercl...

🧓 Why do some older people end up back in the hospital within 30 days of being discharged? Findings from #Southampton research into this has been recognised as 'outstanding' by the International Journal of Older People Nursing (intjnlopn.bsky.social) 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/study-h...

📻 On the radio! Did you hear Tristan Clark from @unisouthampton.bsky.social and @uhsft.bsky.social on BBC Radio Solent? He spoke about an 'exciting' new rapid test being trialled to diagnose respiratory infections, like flu. Listen here (starts 3:24:01) 👇 www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/...

New genetic clues could reveal why some people are more likely to get #meningitis 🧬🧠 An international team of researchers, including Dr Evangelos Bellos from @unisouthampton.bsky.social, has identified gene variants that make people more susceptible 👇 research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/new-gen...

Meet Amit Nautiyal, Clinical Scientist in the Nuclear Medicine Physics team at @uhsft.bsky.social. Discover how his research into dosimetry is helping to improve care for patients, and what his highlight of the year has been. Get to know him in his 6⃣0⃣ second interview.

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