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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Stop scrolling, start colouring! Our researchers have found colouring (even on phones and tablets) can improve students’ mental wellbeing. Find out more: southampton.pulse.ly/v5lzqhmhq8

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Want to help discover a black hole? Our scientists are calling on amateur astronomers to join the Black Hole Hunters project. No telescope needed - just a phone, tablet or laptop and your curiosity. 🔗 tr.ee/Pu83kY @spacesouthcentral.bsky.social @ukspaceagency.bsky.social @esa.int

A black hole against the Milky Way, shown as a dark circle surrounded by warped rings of starlight. Brown, gold and pink clouds of gas and dust and distant stars fill the background.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Today we welcome Professor Charlie Jeffery CBE into his role as our President and Vice-Chancellor. Professor Jeffery takes up the post after seven years at the University of York, where he also served in the same positon. Join us in giving him the warmest of welcomes to Southampton.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Puzzle power! 🧠 🧩 Our scientists have proven for the first time that simple activities and small lifestyle changes can actually reverse cognitive impairment. Read more 👉 tr.pulse.ly/hvfozq7p85 @dementiauk.bsky.social @alzheimerssoc.bsky.social

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Dramatic sea level rise thousands of years ago transformed the coastline of the Northern Adriatic. The prehistoric site, today’s Venice, was once dry land, kilometres from the coast, and Trieste city looked down on hills and swamps rather than the sea. Read more 👉 tr.pulse.ly/pxs5hcx0zu

A high-angle aerial view of the Victory Lighthouse in Trieste, Italy, focusing on its circular stone balcony, glass lantern room, and copper dome topped with a bronze statue of the Winged Victory.

The statue, facing right, stands on one leg with wings raised behind her. Below the lighthouse, a steep, green hillside slopes down to a coastal road and railway tracks running parallel to the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Trieste, which glisten under a bright sun.

In the background, the city of Trieste curves around the harbor against a backdrop of distant hills under a clear blue sky with light clouds.

Aerial view of a coastal lagoon with a network of winding, light-blue water channels cutting through low-lying muddy landforms and salt marshes. The landscape transitions from solid, developed land with roads and structures on the left to shallow, sandy wetlands and open sea in the distance under a pale blue sky.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

We have once again been named among the top 20 universities in the UK in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 🎓 Read more here, as we placed 18th in the latest rankings: southampton.pulse.ly/ifbhph6zlb

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Our researchers are warning that inconsistent use of the terms ‘neurodiversity’ and ‘neurodivergence’ in mental health research could obscure important differences between diagnoses and make findings harder to interpret. Find out more: southampton.pulse.ly/rjs5xj4rsx

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Day one of the British Science Festival ✅ There's still plenty happening across the festival over the next few days. You can browse all of our FREE events, talks, workshops and experiences here: britishsciencefestival.org/events/?utm_... @britsciassoc.bsky.social

A man wearing a white lab coat, safety glasses, and purple gloves pours a glowing liquid from two clear bottles simultaneously into a large beaker on a table in front of him. The mixture glows brightly blue inside the beaker.

An eye-level medium shot captures a smiling woman and man standing behind two white robots on a table against a white-paneled wall.

Two smiling young women stand behind a green-topped table outdoors. The woman on the left holds green, stringy slime, while the woman on the right shines a black UV flashlight onto it.

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British Science Association @britsciassoc.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

We’ve arrived in Southampton! 🎉 The British Science Festival starts tomorrow, with five days of FREE events, talks, performances, workshops and experiences across the city. Not sure where to start? Our event guide is essential reading. 📖 Start planning your Festival visit!

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

We have risen two places in The Guardian University Guide 2027, to 18th position 🎉 This includes 12 of our subjects being ranked in the top 10 🏅 A huge congratulations to all of our colleagues and students, whose work has contributed to these fantastic results.

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University of Southampton News @uosmedia.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

Did you catch our expert Dr Jay Amin in the @telegraph.co.uk this weekend? He's been talking about simple habits that could help lower the risk of cognitive decline and "dementia-proof" our brains. Read his article here 👇 www.telegraph.co.uk/health-fitne... @russellgroup.bsky.social #Dementia

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Can you tell which of these faces isn’t real? Our researchers have put together a short training programme that helps people spot AI generated faces. Read more: southampton.pulse.ly/wqxsmhbfef

A side-by-side comparison of two smiling women, shown in close-up headshots. One is real and one is made using AI.

On the left is a woman with straight, dark brown hair parted down the middle, dark brown eyes, light skin with subtle freckles, and a wide smile. On the right is a woman with wavy, light brown hair parted to her left, light blue-grey eyes and a gentle smile.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Our researchers have found that early school starts and weekend lie ins could be contributing to anxiety in teenagers. They found teens with greater levels of ‘social jet lag’ are more likely to report higher levels of anxiety and vice versa. Read more 👉 tr.pulse.ly/aohxvjsp3c

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Congratulations to Dr Chiara Dall'Ora, Associate Professor in Health Workforce, @sotonhsciences.bsky.social, on receiving an NIHR20 Rising Research Leaders Prize! 👏 Chiara’s research explores how nurse staffing, shift patterns and workforce wellbeing affect staff, and how evidence can improve care.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Could an ancient mega-escarpment explain the Grand Canyon’s mysterious billion-year gap in its rock record? New research from our scientists suggests it might. Find out more: tr.ee/cnu1o6 @gernon.bsky.social | @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social | @sotongeogenviron.bsky.social

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Hartley Special Collections @hartleyspecialc.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Psst! Did you know that Heritage Open Days are now less than a month away? Our activities include tours, our new Earth, Sea and Sky exhibition and a talk about searching for apple heritage varieties! Book your place now! www.heritageopendays.org.uk/submission-e...

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Our WSA fine art students are displaying their work in a new exhibition alongside pieces by established artists. ‘Sea, Sky and Earth’ in our Hartley Library also features work by current and former staff, and coincides with us hosting the British Science Festival. Find out more: tr.ee/yvU5OD

Three artworks are displayed on a wall painted in horizontal stripes of white, turquoise, light blue and green. A large orange, yellow and black abstract woodcut print hangs below two smaller coastal landscape paintings in blue, yellow, white and orange.

An oval vehicle wing mirror with a black frame and mount is attached to a white pillar painted with horizontal stripes of light blue and green. The mirror's surface features a smooth gradient print transitioning from bright orange at the top to white in the middle, and ending with light blue and teal at the bottom. In the soft-focus background, an art gallery space is visible with glass display cases, framed paintings on the walls, and matching green and blue stripes painted along the gallery walls.

Curating student XiaoYu Wu with exhibition materials stands in front of a poster with the heading "SEA SKY EARTH" and a description of the exhibition.

A landscape linocut print titled "Cowslips" by Lucy May, printed on white paper. The artwork depicts a meadow filled with stylised green grass, yellow cowslips, and small white wildflowers.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Our researchers have developed a powerful AI tool that reveals previously invisible patterns inside breast cancers. It could help identify high-risk patients, predict how breast cancer progresses, and lead to more targeted treatments. Read more 👉 tr.pulse.ly/swvsgqec4c

Microscopic view of a tissue microarray core stained with immunohistochemistry against a white background. The circular tissue section shows a dense sheet of small, round cells stained light blue. Within the tissue core, thin, elongated blood vessels are highlighted with dark brown staining. Very sparse, tiny, dot-like reddish-brown signals are visible within the cytoplasm of some cells.

A circular fluorescence microscopy tissue section on a black background, displaying a dense cellular structure stained in vibrant magenta, bright yellow, white, and sparse cyan. A prominent oval glandular duct-like structure stands out near the lower center, outlined in magenta with a yellow and white interior. Magenta-stained cells form dense, swirling clusters throughout the tissue, interspersed with scattered yellow and white-labeled cells.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Our experts surveyed nearly 2,000 nurses and revealed that workplace culture and day-to-day conditions were among the strongest factors influencing whether experienced workers chose to stay in the NHS. Read more: southampton.pulse.ly/dc2hja3tbo @rcn.org.uk | @uhsftresearch.bsky.social

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Top 20 in the UK! 🎉 We're ranked joint 18th in this year's Daily Mail University Guide. We've also placed 14th for research quality and 26th for graduates landing high-skilled jobs.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Hop, hop, hop and away! Our researchers have revealed how the first ever bird to inhabit the Earth could have taken flight – something that’s puzzled scientists for over a century. Find out how ➡️ www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2026/08...

Illustration of two Archaeopteryx on a bare branch against a sunset sky. One faces left, while the other hangs upside down facing right.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Our researchers are warning that declining use of folic acid supplements before pregnancy is undermining progress in preventing serious birth defects. In England fewer than one in five women are now taking folic acid before pregnancy. Read more 👉 tr.ee/xt6LeC | @nihr.bsky.social

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Congrats to our Prof Amanda Bragg-Mollison who has been named a National Teaching Fellow by Advance HE. The award is one of the UK's highest academic honours. Read more:https://southampton.pulse.ly/lcjlhjm0sr bsky.pulse.ly/obawssrxwp | @advancehe.bsky.social | @russellgroup.bsky.social

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

We are part of a major new international project to study the Southern Ocean 🧊 The project will establish a new system for observing the seas around Antarctica so we can understand how changes there are shaping our climate. Read more 👉 tr.ee/V4AgMM @noc.ac.uk @bas.ac.uk

A large ice floe floats on a dark, choppy sea under a dramatic, cloudy sky. In the distance, snow-covered mountains are partially visible beneath heavy clouds, with rays of sunlight breaking through, casting light on the icy landscape.

A large, flat-topped iceberg with jagged, sculpted sides floats in a dark, choppy sea under a gray, overcast sky. Waves crash against the iceberg, highlighting its stark, icy blue color.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Researchers at the university and @uhsft.bsky.social have led a world-first trial of a fridge-free tetanus-diphtheria vaccine, which can be stored at temperatures of up to 30°C for at least two years without losing effectiveness. Find out more: southampton.pulse.ly/7bici5onps

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Our researchers have found that Arctic winter sea ice coverage has returned to a state of significant decline after a temporary slowdown. Find out more: southampton.pulse.ly/prbdvfjcqu @sotonoceanearth.bsky.social | @noc.ac.uk

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Our researchers have worked with Hampshire schoolchildren to turn broken instruments into climate art. Find out more: www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2026/07...

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

We were proud to present Rosamund Adoo-Kissi-Debrah CBE with an honorary Doctor of Science, nominated by Professor Sir Stephen Holgate in recognition of her clean air campaign. Read more: www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2026/07...

Rosamund Adoo-Kissi-Debrah CBE and Professor Sir Stephen Holgate in academic regalia stand side by side outdoors. They are wearing black hats and robes in vibrant red and light blue with gold tassels, under a leafy green tree.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

What a week 🎓✨ From proud smiles to big celebrations, it’s been an unforgettable start to graduation. Here’s to everyone who crossed the stage, and everything still to come. Well done Class of 2026.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Our researchers have found that pollution from cruise ships could make viral infections like the common cold or COVID-19 worse. Find out more: southampton.pulse.ly/xllcie0tle

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Graduation 2026 is officially underway! 🎓 Here's to the achievements, the memories, and the exciting journeys ahead. Congratulations, Class of 2026! 🎉 📸 Check out some highlights from day one so far and find out more: tr.ee/8nvtga

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The O2 Guildhall set against a clear blue sky. Large blue letters spell "UOS" in front, with "University of Southampton" written on fencing nearby.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Could our latest discovery put us on the brink of a breakthrough in quantum technology? Our experts have unveiled a new way of building ultra-thin materials just a few atoms thick – and they say it could accelerate research in quantum materials and electronics. Read more: tr.ee/MhesGK

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Good news for nature conservation in our backyard. We're launching the New Forest Living Lab, a programme led by our @sotongeogenviron.bsky.social dedicated to developing the next generation of conservationists. Read more: tr.ee/88DxRg @forestresearchuk.bsky.social

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Three people in a lush green forest, smiling at the camera. The person on the left wears a gray shirt and sunglasses on their head. The middle person has a floral-printed light blue shirt and holds a pole with a device. The person on the right, wearing a black tank top and red cap, holds a small object in their hand.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Our expert Prof Ivette Fuentes recently sat down with New Scientist to discuss why gravity might not work the way we think. Watch her interview: tr.ee/BJpH3Y @russellgroup.bsky.social | @spacesouthcentral.bsky.social | @newscientist.com | @physicsworld.bsky.social

A man and a woman sit in an empty lecture hall with blue seats, engaged in conversation. A large, illuminated spotlight is positioned behind them, highlighting their faces. The backdrop features wooden paneling and two glass bottles on the ledge.

A woman in a blue shirt writes mathematical equations on a large green chalkboard in a lecture hall. To the left, a man in a white shirt and brown shorts adjusts a video camera on a tall tripod. A wooden podium with a blue surface is nearby, and a fire extinguisher is mounted on the wall.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

What if Moana isn’t just a story… but science-backed history? 🌀 With the live-action Moana landing today, our researchers have uncovered the real events that inspired it ⛰️ Read more 👉 tr.pulse.ly/dlat7x3bgg @uniofeastanglia.bsky.social

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Two researchers crouch in a lush green field of ferns, examining soil samples. They are surrounded by tall grasses, under a clear blue sky with a rocky hill in the background. Backpacks and tools are scattered around them.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

We’re celebrating after our student satisfaction scores improved in every theme in the National Student Survey 🧑‍🎓 This positive change reflects the importance of the student experience at Southampton and the meaningful impact of student feedback. Read more: tr.ee/wp4hEF

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

The most ambitious cosmic survey in history is underway. Our astronomers are helping the international effort at the @vrubinobs.bsky.social, which uses the world's largest camera to capture ultra-HD images of space. Read more: www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2026/07... @spacesouthcentral.bsky.social

A large observatory building is silhouetted against a dazzling night sky filled with stars and the luminous arc of the Milky Way. The horizon glows with a subtle gradient of light in the background, and rugged terrain is visible in the foreground.

A massive, futuristic telescope assembly inside a large observatory with intricate metal framework and cables. The structure is surrounded by yellow safety railings and red barriers, set in a high-tech environment with a complex, mechanical aesthetic.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Clean energy targets could be met using less than 5% of UK waters for offshore wind 💨 Our researchers want MPs to support ramping up offshore wind to meet the UK’s energy needs. Read more 👉 tr.pulse.ly/tgm8hh3gle @senseaboutsci.bsky.social @raeng.org.uk

A field of offshore wind turbines with tall, white towers and large blades stands in the blue ocean under a clear sky.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

It’s a puzzle of the polar regions that has baffled scientists for years… Why was Antarctica engulfed by ice millions of years before the Arctic? And how did this happen at a time when Earth was about 5 degrees warmer than it is today? Read more 👉 tr.pulse.ly/vhwjvtzib0

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Aerial view of a rugged, snow-covered coastline with steep cliffs and jagged edges. The ice appears stark white against the deep blue sea, which contains scattered ice floes and thin, curving lines of cracked ice. Shadows play across the cliffs, enhancing their texture and depth.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

The @britsciassoc.bsky.social Festival is coming to Southampton and the programme is live 🔬 🗓️ 16–20 September 2026 🎟️ Free tickets now available Join us for one of the UK’s biggest celebrations of science, browse and book events here 👉 britishsciencefestival.pulse.ly/qu1…

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A person standing with arms raised, silhouetted against a dazzling display of blue and white lights creating abstract patterns. The scene appears futuristic, with the person facing a tunnel-like structure adorned with sparkling lights, centered around a large, illuminated circular design.

A male with a VR headset on. He is tilting his head back, has his mouth open in amazement and is wearing a suit jacket. Behind him is a screen with fluorescent colours projected.

A man stands in a dark room, looking up at a large digital display of Earth glowing with vibrant blue and green colors. The Earth's surface shows continents and cloud formations. The man wears casual clothing and appears pensive, with his hands in his pockets, creating a contemplative scene.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

The ripple effects of conflict are felt by families hundreds of miles from the front line. Studying conflict in Somalia, our researchers found roadside attacks led to price rises for households 900km away. Read more: tr.ee/EZd3LY

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Two men are in a busy outdoor market with one helping the other load a large sack onto his head. The ground is covered with grains and additional sacks. People in the background are engaged in similar activities.

A rusty, vintage truck is overloaded with a massive, irregular pile of dry branches, almost obscuring the vehicle. The truck is parked on a sandy street under a bright blue sky. In the background, there's a large billboard and a person walking away from the scene.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Proud to be recognised in the ‪‪Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2026, with three top 100 rankings for Climate Action, Sustainable Cities and Communities and Life on Land. Sustainability is an integral part of what we do as we work towards net zero. Read more: tr.ee/uZlMuL

Aerial view of Southampton campus with brick buildings and lush green trees. Students are scattered on the grounds, some seated and others walking. The text overlay reads: "Three top 100 rankings in the Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings 2026".

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Our researchers have been awarded over €9m for three major research projects – two into corals and one on historic maritime trade. Congratulations to Prof Gavin Foster, Prof Joerg Wiedenmann and Prof Craig Lambert on their prestigious ERC Advanced Grants! Read more: tr.ee/Pmc27i

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

We're delighted to welcome Professor Charlie Jeffery CBE as our new Vice-Chancellor and President. Currently Vice-Chancellor at University of York, he will take up the position on Oct 1, shortly after Southampton hosts the British Science Festival. See more: www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2026/06...

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 20/06/2026

A simple swap from beef steak to salmon once a week could save the carbon needed to fly from London to Morocco. Our researchers found UK meat consumption is more than double NHS guidelines, with potential to cut emissions through small diet changes. More: southampton.pulse.ly/mip9isid7g

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Health Research | Southampton @uhsftresearch.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Today we’re proud to go #Red4Research ❤️ Across @uhsft.bsky.social and @unisouthampton.bsky.social, our staff are wearing red to show their appreciation for health research. This short video, featuring @nihr.bsky.social and @southamptonctu.bsky.social, captures some reasons for wearing red today.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Climate models used to predict often devastating tropical rainfall may be missing a critical piece of the puzzle ⛈️ As monsoon season returns across India and Southeast Asia, these findings could reshape how we understand and prepare for extreme weather 🌍 More 👉 tr.pulse.ly/u8aehrdnxr

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Our scientists have uncovered new evidence from one of Earth’s most extreme ancient warming events. Molecular fossils revealed how Earth recovered from extreme global warming millions of years ago. See more: southampton.pulse.ly/2xaetexify

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Our electronics and computer science experts are developing and upskilling the next generation of chip designers to help grow the UK’s AI sector. Southampton led SoC Labs will deliver a new government funded £3m training programme. Find out more: southampton.pulse.ly/fla15tgu4k

Split image: Left side shows a vibrant circuit design map with red, blue, and green pathways. Right side features a close-up of a computer chip being held by tweezers above a circuit board.

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University of Southampton @unisouthampton.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

To infinity and beyond! 🌌 Our new research confirms the universe’s expansion is still accelerating, debunking claims it was slowing. Dr @astro-pwise.bsky.social says the results show the universe is behaving exactly as previously thought. Read more: www.southampton.ac.uk/news/2026/06...

A vivid image of the Milky Way's centre captured in infrared, showcasing a dense field of stars and swirling clouds of red and pink gas.

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