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People who are more worried about the risk to their health during a pandemic may be more likely to lie to obtain a vaccination earlier, according to research from the University of Southampton.In contrast, the same piece of research…

New data shows nine in ten women have at least one indicator that may increase health risks to them and their baby.Nine in ten women in England enter pregnancy with at least one indicator that may increase health risks to them and their…

Women with obesity may share the risk of the disease with their daughters, but not their sons, according to a new University of Southampton study.Researchers say that more help is needed to support families to lead healthier lifestyles…

Thousands of visitors came to the University of Southampton at the weekend to take part in the annual Science and Engineering Day, part of Southampton Science and Engineering Festival – known as SOTSEF.The 10-day celebration was launched…

An innovative company launched from the University of Southampton that turns waste CO2 into useful chemicals has received a multi-million pound investment boost to take its disruptive technology to the next level.And in the same week,…

Pioneering Southampton music research fellow Dr Samantha Ege has won an international award for her work to unravel the influence of race and gender on music.Dr Ege, a concert pianist and globally recognised researcher into black history…

A major review has found little to no evidence that computerised cognitive training brings benefits for people with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).Scientists from the University of Southampton undertook the study with…

A ban on selling junk foods from store entrances, aisle ends and checkouts should continue after a new study found the plans were largely backed by the British public and food industry.Legislation to restrict the placement of products…

Engaging your brain in ‘analytical reasoning’ could save you from being duped by a fake website, according to research from the University of Southampton.Studies have found that those who used slower, more deliberative thought processes…

‘Flash droughts’ have become more frequent due to human-caused climate change and this trend is predicted to accelerate in a warmer future, according to new research involving the University of Southampton.The research published in…