Great news! We’ve climbed to 17th in @thetimes.com Good University Guide 2026 🎉 We’re delighted to see our research excellence, rising student satisfaction scores, strong graduate prospects and investment in new facilities highlighted. For more 👉 www.thetimes.com/uk-universit...

Our medical students are doing placements in care homes as part of a new pilot scheme with the Hampshire Care Association, providing the next generation of doctors with first-hand experience of the care sector. Find out more 👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/yasrsy8rrj

Demand could be just as important as skill level in how people feel about immigration. Our researchers have found people are as likely to grant visas to fruit and vegetable pickers and care home workers as they are to lawyers and office managers. Read more 👉 https://tr.ee/LIB8kf

We've been ranked 20th in the Guardian University Guide! 🎉 With 11 subjects in the top 10, including 2nd in civil engineering and 3rd in midwifery - this is thanks to the hard work and commitment of our fantastic students and colleagues. Explore more 👉https://theguardian.pulse.ly/nqqw3tblqw

Our researchers are leading a new £3.8m project to develop next-generation cancer treatments 🧫 They’ll be researching Oligonucleotides - genetic messages which can tell a cell to stop making harmful proteins, shutting off cancers at their source. Read more 👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/rkqauldubb

A greedy star not too far from Earth is eating its cosmic twin at a rate not seen before, our space scientists say. Double star V Sagittae is burning unusually bright as the super-dense white dwarf is gorging on its larger mate in a feeding frenzy. Discover more 👉 https://tr.ee/4Zyulr

From sun-blocking chemicals to thickening sea ice 🧊🌊 Researchers have found five geoengineering ideas to tackle climate breakdown, but found these are unlikely to work, could harm ecosystems, and may reduce our chances of reaching net zero. Read more 👉 tr.ee/6jto7T @frontiersin.bsky.social

Don't miss our expert @astro-pwise.bsky.social on BBC Four tonight. He's been speaking with Sky at Night about how astronomers are measuring the expansion of our universe by watching stars explode. Watch it here from 10pm 👉 https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002j9vz

Congratulations to our colleagues appointed to serve on the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2029 panels. A prestigious recognition of expertise and a vital role in assessing UK research across UK universities. Find out 👉 https://tr.ee/pwOHZi

People in more deprived neighbourhoods experience PTSD at three times the rate of those who live in more affluent areas, according to new research by our researchers and KCL. Read more 👉 https://southampton.pulse.ly/dqwpbd5dra

What will the world look like in a decade? We might have the answer 🌎📊 Our WorldPop experts are launching new global population data, offering insights into where people live, their demographics, and more. Register to watch the launch👇https://eventbrite.pulse.ly/oowjsp4mty

Congratulations to our alumna Charlotte, who secured a fellowship at Glasgow Royal Infirmary and the Beatson Cancer Centre through NSAP, an experience that gave her the confidence to make a life-saving referral. To learn more about this rare cancer, join NSAP by 30 September 👉 tr.ee/1TaHTX

Today we celebrate 1 year of the Jubilee Sports & Recreation Centre 🥳 A year of movement, energy, and community. We’ve achieved record participation, growing memberships, and a UK Active Award recognition. Take a look at some of the highlights from across 2025👇

Do you think twice before sharing photos of your children online? New research exposes the dangers of ‘sharenting,’ linking shared images to risks like cyberbullying, ID theft and harassment. As parents post back-to-school photos this week, online safety is urgent. Read more 👉 tr.ee/lY9aip

Our global health experts highlight the urgent need for more cancer research funding for lower-income countries, which receive just a small share of money worldwide. Read more 👉 https://southampton.pulse.ly/hhur5pomai @michaelghead.bsky.social

Our researchers have found that there is no strong evidence supporting the use of alternative treatments for autism and that their safety is rarely assessed. Read more 👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/keq7in0voh @sotonpsychology.bsky.social

A major shift in South Pacific climate conditions around 1,000 years ago may have drawn people east to settle on the region's more remote, wetter islands, away from the drier west. New research from our geography researchers and @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social 👉 tr.ee/UJpEVL

Is your partner paying more attention to their phone than you? 📲 Everyone finds ‘phubbing’ (phone + snubbing) annoying, but our researchers have found people with emotional insecurities are more affected than others. Find out more 👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/taxtuciigy @sotonpsychology.bsky.social

Great to see our researchers involved in world-first genetic research on brain aneurysms, with the potential to improve early detection and patient care. Find out more below 👇

Our researchers, together with spin out company Radii Devices, have developed and tested a new, data-driven way of fitting prosthetic legs which could lead to better fitting prosthetics, in less time and at a lower cost. Read more 👉 tr.ee/hZXJnP @innovateuk.bsky.social @raeng.org.uk ‬

We’re proud to be ranked 15th best university in the 2026 Daily Mail University Guide and 12th for graduate salaries 🏆 We’ve also been named 1st for Aerospace Engineering and Creative Writing, and 2nd in Electrical Engineering. #WeAreUoS

Our researchers have found that people with ADHD who take medication face a lower risk of suicidal behaviours, substance abuse, transport accidents and criminality compared with those who do not. Find out more 👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/dqmecjzver @bmj.com @nihr.bsky.social

Our researcher Dr Helena Lee has received over £500,000 from the Medical Research Council to improve the eyesight of young children born with Albinism. She aims to trial a drug which may help their retinas to develop normally. Read more 👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/d2pwjcqist

Our researchers have found invasive Asian hornets have a unique buzz - and it could help stop their spread. This breakthrough could mean faster nest detection as numbers surge this summer. Hear the distinctive buzz below. Find out more 👉 southampton.pulse.ly/ufbm9yzmal

Congratulations to Prof Joerg Fliege, Dr Vanissa Wanick and all at UoS spinout Nucleolus for their Central South Buisness Award 2025 🏆 Awarded for developing technology to help children with the eye condition, Amblyopia. Find out more 👉 https://www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2023/05/lazy-eye.page

Congratulations to our academics Dr Stefania Parendes Fuentes and Professor Bryony Whitmarsh who have been awarded National Teaching Fellowships from Advance HE in recognition of the outstanding impact they’ve had on higher education. Read more 👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/n2msdnosl6 #NTFSawards2025

Our researchers are part of a new research expedition to find out if offshore wind farms could increase biodiversity and boost fisheries 🌊🌪️ Find out more 👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/yku9yvbnyh @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social ‬

Did you catch our experts from @southamptonctu.bsky.social on the BBC today? Their latest trial is working to spot early signs of 10 different cancers. Here’s what Professor Andy Davies and Dr Victoria Goss told them 👉 https://bbc.pulse.ly/sojwwjx3we

Could hot rocks deep beneath a massive mountain range in North America have resulted from the #US split from Greenland 80 million years ago? Our expert @gernon.bsky.social says he has found out 👉 https://southampton.pulse.ly/ptlrjbvjf1

New research has revealed the full extent of German musicians’ and actors’ complicity in the Nazi regime’s persecution of Jewish people. The whole story is uncovered by Professor of History Neil Gregor, in his latest book. Find out more 👉 https://tr.ee/yZrduW ‪‬ uchicagopress.bsky.social‬

Our researchers are working with local councils and food aid services to improve food pantries across the South as the demand for them surges. The project will ensure food is distributed to pantries more fairly and with less waste. Read more 👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/b6in27yuaf

Our researchers have uncovered new insights into how bacteria defend themselves against phages, a type of virus 🦠 The findings could help to develop new treatments for antibiotic resistant bacteria. Read more 👉‬ https://tr.pulse.ly/tzludunyjy

Who's ready to cheer on our brilliant team as they take on BBC's University Challenge tonight at 8:30pm? Answering some of the toughest questions on TV will be team captain, Florence Williams, Comac Stephenson, Ben Hermanna-Kermode and Zayyan Mahmood. Good luck team! 🤞

Our researchers will be talking about their work in the Galapagos Islands on Thursday evening at the @noc.ac.uk. There will also be a live link-up with the Charles Darwin Research Station on the islands. Find out how you can be part of it 👉 https://noc-events.pulse.ly/ir9hp2nit6

Our academics are working with parents who have experienced pregnancy loss to share their data in hope it could shape future maternal care. They are exploring how everyday data from fitness trackers or wellbeing apps could be safely used with consent Read more 👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/g139fvli9n

Our researchers have been working with the National Trust on a collection of smartphone games that will allow visitors to explore the world's largest prehistoric stone circle at Avebury in new and exciting ways. Find out more 👉 https://southampton.pulse.ly/wsplsghyjy

Week one of graduation has come to a close 🎓 Students have celebrated with friends, family and faculty. Congratulations to everyone who has graduated so far. Your achievements are just the beginning! #WeAreUoS #UniversityOfSouthampton #Graduation #ClassOf2025

We are excited to be part of the Global Talent Fund – a new government initiative to bring world-leading international researchers to the UK. The fund will help Southampton to drive innovation that supports UK industry. Find out more 👉 tr.ee/ZZdR5k @ukri.org | @russellgroup.bsky.social

Over 200 Engineering students have kickstarted their careers thanks to UKESF scholarships. This summer, we’re proud to award a University Fellowship to @ukesf.bsky.social CEO Stewart Edmondson for his incredible impact. Congrats to Stewart and our graduating scholars! 👏🎓

Graduation officially kicks off today, and we're so proud to be celebrating with you! 🎓 🫶🏻 This moment marks the end of one incredible chapter and the start of an exciting new journey. Here's to the Class of 2025! #WeAreUoS

Our researchers have found that insomnia could be part of the reason why adults with ADHD traits report having a lower quality of life. These traits were associated with worse depression, more severe insomnia, and lower sleep quality. Find out more👉 tr.ee/10KNWp

Fantastic to see our Professor @janefalkingham.bsky.social and @cpc-cg.bsky.social academics in the news today, with research showing that tackling deprivation in older age can cut the rising cost of taxpayer-funded funerals. See more 👉 www.bbc.co.uk/news/article... @bspsuk.bsky.social

Take a sneak peek at our new Delhi campus 🏫✨ Exciting times! We're getting ready to welcome our first students to our flagship India campus 🎊

Guests in full Regency dress stepped into Jane Austen’s world at @turnersims.bsky.social 🎻 👒 Ensemble Hesperi performed music from Austen’s own collection as part of our international Jane Austen conference, celebrating 250 years since her birth. #JaneAusten250

400 globes crafted by local community groups are on display at Winchester School of Art for the Small Worlds exhibition, in partnership with the Climate Unity Project 🌎 Visitors are invited to explore the exhibition until 16 August and contribute to the initiative by creating their own spheres.

We were delighted to welcome pupil researchers from local primary schools to the University 🙇🏻 They’ve been conducting research projects in their schools to help improve learning outcomes. Read more 👉 https://tr.pulse.ly/ubmejj67wm

500 million people depend on river deltas – but now they're under threat. New research from Professor Robert Nicholls reveals the urgent need to protect the world’s river deltas which are vulnerable to climate change. Read more 👉 https://tr.ee/SVje2h

What do patients really want from their GPs? A major study by our experts has revealed the top demands people have of their doctors. Read more👉 tr.ee/S8AK42 @h-atherton.bsky.social @bjgp.bsky.social @russellgroup.bsky.social @uhsftresearch.bsky.social @uos-primarycare.bsky.social

Could your toilet water help fight superbugs? 🦠 Our scientists are testing everyday water for phage, viruses that target antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Join us at @royalsociety.org Society #SummerScience Exhibition (on until Saturday – and it’s free!) Read more 👉 https://ac.pulse.ly/nun9vmgboe

Congrats to our student Alejandro Parra Pintado who has travelled to Oman to watch the launch of a satellite he helped build. Alejandro is part of a team of students from our university alongside Portsmouth and Surrey, backed by Space South Central. 🔗 ac.pulse.ly/pclblrs98j