Health Sciences, University of Southampton

Congratulations to Lisa Roberts from @unisouthampton.bsky.social, @sotonhsciences.bsky.social and @uhsft.bsky.social on becoming president elect of Eurospine 👏💙

Low back pain is a leading cause of disability. Research and education are key to improving care.
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The heat is on: heat vulnerability and MS in a warming world We sat down with researchers Dr Nuno Koch Esteves and Professor Davide Filingeri from the University of Southampton to learn about their work on heat vulnerability.

For people living with MS, even small increases in temperature can trigger or worsen symptoms.

@mssocietyuk.bsky.social speak to Dr Nuno Koch Esteves and Professor Davide Filingeri about their research around climate change and its impact on vulnerable groups.

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Important work by our Health Sciences researchers, exploring the challenges and barriers faced by paramedics in providing effective care to individuals in the last year of life.

Faculty of Environmental and Life Sciences' Inaugural Lecture series Join us for the Faculty of Environmental and Life Sciences' Inaugural Lectures to celebrate the careers of our new Professors.

Join us for our Inaugural Lecture Series - free events, open to all.

On 26 November, Professor of Psychology of Prosthetics & Orthotics Maggie Donovan-Hall will share her career journey & person-centred approach to health technology & service development

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Dr Vicky Payne receiving her award

Congratulations to Dr Vicky Payne (@drvickypayne.bsky.social) who has received an Outstanding Contribution Award from the Neonatal Nurses Association (@neonatalnursesuk.bsky.social) in recognition of her work across research, education and practice.

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We are delighted that Professor Catherine Bowen from the School of Health Sciences will be leading the new ARC, continuing valuable applied health and care research across the South of England.

Find out more: www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2025/10...

YouTube video by Stress-Free Longevity with Dr Eoghan Episode 13: Understanding Behaviour Change with Doctor Chloe Grimmett

Why is it so hard to create and sustain healthy behaviours? Dr Chloe Grimmett shares her insights and evidence-based strategies for staying motivated and making healthy changes on the Stress-Free Longevity podcast: youtu.be/pm5c8piYUUw?...

Full prosthetic limb being warn by a participant.

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.

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Kirsty Way, gymnastics - running and aerobatics in the air.

Wishing second-year Health Sciences PGR Kirsty Way the best of luck as she takes part in this year's World Games, which begin today in China.

Kirsty has secured Great Britain’s only female spot in the double mini trampoline, a fast-paced gymnastics discipline.

Good luck Kirsty!

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🎥 See highlights from the Advanced Clinical Practice Research Exchange Event!

This was a fantastic day of sharing research, exchanging ideas, and building connections.

Watch the moments from the day in our highlights video.
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We are ready to go! 🎉

Join researchers and staff from @unisouthampton.bsky.social, and friends of the Public and Community Engagement Hubs at #SouthamptonMela Festival this Saturday 12th July (12-5PM)!

#UoSRoadshow #UoSPCEHubs #WeAreUoS
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The 2025/26 Public Engagement Development Fund Call is now open!

Staff, PGRs and community partners can apply for funding to develop, explore and deliver projects that strengthen public engagement with our university’s research and its impact.

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Professor Michael Boniface Appointed to Key Research Role Professor Michael Boniface Appointed to Key Research Role

We’re delighted to welcome Prof. Michael Boniface as Co-Director Designate for the proposed next phase of #ARCWessex! His appointment reflects exceptional contributions to applied health and care research, as well as experience in large-scale projects.

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YouTube video by Environmental and Life Sciences at Southampton Professor Pete Worsley | Inaugural Lecture Series | University of Southampton

As part of our Faculty Inaugural Lecture Series—showcasing the work of newly promoted Professors—Prof. Pete Worsley gave an insightful lecture - Heads, Shoulders, Knees and Amputees: Research at the Interface Between Engineering and Health.

Watch here 👇 www.youtube.com/watch?v=R4nh...

There's still time to sign up for the Advanced Clinical Practice Research Exchange Event at the University of Southampton! Programme now available with details of all our speakers! 👇

NIHR National Institute for Health and Care Research #ARCseminar (Picture of people dancing at silent disco from The Centre for Ageing Better's Age-positive image library)

Don't miss the final national #ARCseminar of 2025

Wed 9 July - Creative arts for #dementia
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Short talks explore the impact of music therapy, singing & dancing interventions for people with dementia & using creative arts to involve people with dementia in research.

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Pint of Science is coming to Southampton (May 19 to 21) 🍻🔬

Where science and beer join forces for a series of wacky and insightful sessions led by our amazing researchers 🤖

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@pintofscience.uk

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Our cancer scientists have engineered a new type of super-strong antibody🧪

They’ve been working with Cancer Research Uk and said the discovery could be used to boost the immune systems of patients fighting the disease🧫🦠

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Quote graphic that reads: We have shown for the first time this kind of drug can improve progression free survival for mesothelioma patients compared with their usual treatment in the NHS. This gives enormous hope to those patients and their families and means we can now carry out further research to find out more about how these treatments could be tailored and enhanced to stimulate an even better response in more people.

Our experts at @southamptonctu.bsky.social have discovered that a drug which prevents cancer cells from repairing can control the growth of a rare form of the disease caused by asbestos.

What does this mean for patients? 👉 brnw.ch/21wSjEn

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Exploring the potential of geospatial mapping of emergency call data to improve ambulance services for older adults: a feasibility study in the south central region of England Background Ambulance trusts across the UK serve vast and varied regions, impacting equitable healthcare access, especially for older patients facing urgent, non-life-threatening conditions. Detailed v...

Our feasibility work using maps to explore differences in ambulance attendance and conveyance for older adults - hoping to continue this collaboration! @geodianna.bsky.social @sotonhsciences.bsky.social @arcwessex.bsky.social @helenpocock.bsky.social #dementia
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A nurse interacting with a senior patient

A study by our @sotonhsciences.bsky.social researchers shows understaffing among registered nurses increases their chances of going off sick. The study also found a link between long shifts and nurse sickness.
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Advanced Clinical Practice Research Exchange The South East Region Higher Education Network - The University of Southampton is hosting the South East Regional Advanced Clinical Practice Research Exchange Event on Thursday 3rd July, 10:00-15:00 at Highfield campus. This is an opportunity for you to showcase the impact of advanced clinical practice, acting as a forum for sharing ideas and exchanging knowledge.

Join us at the University of Southampton for the Advanced Clinical Practice Research Exchange Event on 3rd July, 10:00-15:00 at Highfield campus! Showcase your research, share ideas, and network. Free entry and refreshments.
Register here 👉 bit.ly/4jiU0yz

Seeing marvel in the ordinary is a gift not to be underappreciated.

Applications are now open for the "Revolutionary Therapies in Cancer Treatment" course at our International Summer School 2025!

Expand your knowledge of rapidly advancing research in this field.

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Join our International Summer School 2025!

Applications are open for "The Neurobiology of Disease: Understanding Alzheimer's" course at our International Summer School 2025!

Apply by 31 March 2025 to get a 30% discount on tuition fees!

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We have been working with people with autism involving them - saying they can keep their screen off and we won't ask them questions and they can be involved if they want #ppie @uhsftresearch.bsky.social @nisreenalwan.bsky.social @sotonhsciences.bsky.social @unisouthampton.bsky.social

Don't forget to book your place with the SOAR Spring School - 24 April 2025 - book here forms.office.com/pages/respon...

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Come and be a biofilm prof at @sotonbiosciences.bsky.social ! 🦠🧬🔬
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University of Southampton to help tackle UK’s respiratory health crisis University of Southampton to help tackle UK’s respiratory health crisis

One in six NHS beds are occupied by respiratory patients and waiting lists for respiratory care have risen by 263% over the past decade.

We are proud to be part of a new initiative launched at the House of Commons today to tackle the UK’s respiratory health crisis.

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#Alcohol The forgotten nutritional component 10-3pm Friday 21 March @unisouthampton.bsky.social with
@nutritionsociety.bsky.social

@sotonhsciences.bsky.social

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