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Our research focuses on solutions to real-life problems across a range of industries. From sustainable energy to resilient infrastructure, we're addressing some of the biggest challenges facing modern society.

Research highlights

A large cargo vessel sailing on the ocean. It has a 20 metre-high wing sail.

Cutting international shipping carbon emissions

Engineering
Environment, sustainability and clean growth
Marine and maritime
Researchers from Southampton have coordinated sea trials of a 20-metre high wing-sail that could be fitted to large cargo vessels, cutting carbon emissions by a third.

An electronic smart glove improves life for stroke survivors

Health and wellbeing
Culture and creativity
A University of Southampton team has invented an electronic glove that enables movement in the paralysed hands of stroke survivors – supporting their rehabilitation.  
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Southampton researchers help rail industry save millions on maintenance – in cash and carbon

Engineering
Space
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Unmanned ships tackle the high seas - and climate change

Engineering
Marine and maritime
Environment, sustainability and clean growth
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Southampton researchers develop technologies to make better artificial limbs for people in Cambodia

Engineering
Health and wellbeing
Future societies and communities
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Maintaining skin health to improve pressure ulcer prevention in vulnerable patients

Health and wellbeing
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Sustainability at astronomical levels

Engineering
Environment, sustainability and clean growth
Space
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Conserving maritime history

Culture and creativity
Engineering
Marine and maritime
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Using optical fibres to create a sustainable fuel supply

Environment, sustainability and clean growth
Future societies and communities
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Curbing the impact of aircraft noise

Environment, sustainability and clean growth
Health and wellbeing
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Optimising power transfer for renewable energy

Environment, sustainability and clean growth
Marine and maritime
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Research institutes, centres and groups

Energy Technology Group

The Energy Technology Group researches is the focal point for energy research in Engineering and the Environment. Our aim is to address major scientific and technological challenges faced in energy efficiency and technology.

Engineering Materials and Surface Engineering Group

Our research activities are often multidisciplinary involving collaborations with other research groups, Universities and industry partners.

Computational Engineering and Design Group

Our research group is a centre for multidisciplinary engineering simulation and design, combining a range of analytical, computational and experimental techniques.

Acoustics Group

Our group’s research topics range from the protection of marine mammals to the medical use of ultrasonics and the environmental effects of aircraft noise.

Bioengineering Group

We apply engineering principles to the fields of biology and healthcare.

Mechatronics

Our research examines the combination of mechanical and electrical engineering and computer science.

Signal Processing Audio and Hearing Group

Our aims are to understand and develop technological innovation in complex signaling and human acoustics.

Microfluidics and Sensors

Microfluidics is the interdisciplinary study of the behaviour, manipulation and application of fluid at the microscale. It underpins the concept of the lab-on-a-chip, where multiple key components and operations are integrated onto one small platform.

Bone and Joint Research Group

We explore new technologies and treatments to promote the repair and regeneration of bones and cartilage.

Centre for Defence and Security Research

Our multi-disciplinary research responds to the breadth of defence and security requirements, delivering leading edge capability to both government and to our industrial partners.

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