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School of Biological Sciences at Southampton University, tackling the world’s greatest life science challenges.
Southampton, England
Joined May 2013
Through our Precision Bioscience Research @SouthamptonUni we are so proud to be a part of #BiologyforABetterTomorrow a digital series @RoyalSocBio exploring the profound role biologists play in contributing to a positive future for people & the planet https://t.co/qGFHZRqcpZ
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A huge congratulations to all of our 2025 graduates - it was brilliant to celebrate with you today. Wishing you all the very best for the future #WeAreUoS
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The School of Biological Sciences co-organised the 2025 International Symposium for Young Scholars in Basic Medical Sciences, which took place in Jinan, China. The event welcomed nearly 80 young scholars and postgraduate students from 12 countries. https://t.co/DMkaVX75iC
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Toxic bug E. coli uses a secret weapon to survive in our gut even when it is being treated with antibiotics 🧪 Our scientists have unmasked a super-pump inside the bacteria that is activated by our stomach acid. Read more 👉 https://t.co/Hpa9uhcLN8
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Our researchers have mapped 52 different bacteria-eating viruses (phages) in the fight against antibiotic resistant hospital superbugs. The research was made possible by @BowelResearch. Find out more 👉 https://t.co/nc1dab55n1
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Could weight loss drugs like Ozempic help to boost the effectiveness of breast cancer treatments in women with obesity? Our researchers have been funded by Against Breast Cancer to investigate. Read more 👉 https://t.co/HlOI4b8uiw
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A new breakthrough by our scientists could pave the way for more targeted treatments for some blood cancer patients. Researchers identified a specific subtype of lymphoma which doesn’t respond well to current therapies. Read more 👉 https://t.co/kAFbmbxQLY
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Our researchers have developed an AI tool that can spot objects lodged in patients’ airways better than radiologists. It outperformed experts in checking CT scans for hard-to-see objects that can have serious health consequences. Read more 👉 https://t.co/y13uavUlGQ
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Scientists have confirmed the existence of a miniature T rex - around one tenth of the size of a fully grown T rex! @GruiformAbi says the identification of Nanotyrannus overturns decades of research. https://t.co/WLLq7sUnh2
theconversation.com
The fossil may help end a long-running debate in palaeontology.
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Dr Veronica Zamora-Gutierrez unpicks the things that Halloween and Hollywood get wrong about bats 🦇 https://t.co/W35DYoO0pK
theconversation.com
Bats are our allies, not enemies.
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Could chickpeas, lentils and sunflowers become the new normal for UK farmers? With harvests already being lost due to extreme weather, our researchers are leading a new network to prepare the UK food system for climate change. See more 👉 https://t.co/acu71XkGFi
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We have a good 'gut feeling' about the @UKGIBAnetwork 🧠🧩 Researchers across the UK gathered in #Southampton for the launch of a pioneering new network, co-led by @unisouthampton, to unlock the link between gut, immune and brain health. Learn more 👉 https://t.co/zHVGjYBhmm
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A year ago, The Splice Lab was just me. Now it is filled with talented, fun-loving people. Navigating this growth phase is both challenging and rewarding as we bid farewel to colleagues while welcoming fresh talents! https://t.co/D1e1JbN73Y
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"If bacteria had a list of things to fear, phages would be at the top." Dr Franklin Nobrega writes about how understanding the 'rules of engagement' in an ancient, microscopic battle could be key in the fight back against antibiotic-resistant infections. https://t.co/SCiqQ7dRde
theconversation.com
The viruses that kill bacteria may be our best bet against antibiotic resistance – if we can understand how they win.
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Another #technician team building day wrapped up - who knew that spaghetti and marshmallows could be so much fun! @sotonbiosci @unisouthampton
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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://t.co/eNkxNMK0DC
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ConGRADulations - You did it! 🎓✨ Here’s to the Class of 2025 - your future starts now! Be proud, feel inspired and keep reaching for the stars 💪 We are so proud 💙 #WeAreUoS #Graduation2025
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📢 Watch the welcome video as we mark a major milestone — our flagship Delhi campus is officially open! 🎉 - 📽️ https://t.co/PjtOIWrNef
Our flagship Delhi campus is officially open 🎉 We’re proud to connect students globally through world-class education and research which has the power to transform lives. Today’s launch celebrated the strong UK and India partnership. Learn more 👉 https://t.co/E19Y4BAUR5
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Wonderful to see so many @unisouthampton Biological Sciences Techs @sotonbiosci at this years #HETS2025 great to see the early start for the coach didn’t stop you all from smiling 👍😁
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Are you a student or a member of staff at @unisouthampton planning/thinking about a new public engagement project? 🤔 Then join us THIS WEEK to ask questions about the call and the application form. 📍 MS Teams 🗓️ Thursday 17th July ⌚️ 13:00 - 14:00 ↘️ https://t.co/zq9EwLD7AV
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The Japan Society for the Promotion of Science (JSPS) are offering Invitational Fellowships for researchers The Fellowships allow researchers to conduct collaborative research with leading Japanese universities Find out more & apply by 29 August: https://t.co/JByHGFZh4i
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