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UHS Health Research

Over 15,000 patients and healthy volunteers a year take part in our research

About us
What is research?
Find out why we do it, and how you can benefit from taking part.
Take part in research
Our researchers are running hundreds of trials. Find out how you can take part.
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World-leading health research depends on great facilities. We’ve got them here.
News
Pioneering study asks why osteoarthritis affects people differently
Researchers are joining forces to understand why the current ‘one size fits all’ approach to osteoarthritis is not working.
Wednesday 27 May 2026
Grandfather shares hope for rare brain condition
A retired builder says he hopes taking part in a clinical trial at University Hospital Southampton could help find a treatment for others living with his rare neurological condition.
Wednesday 20 May 2026
Severe asthma patients often battle multiple health conditions, study finds
Most people living with severe asthma are also living with other health conditions, a major new study has found.
Wednesday 20 May 2026

Our vision for research is to work with our partners at the leading edge of healthcare, realising the research potential in all areas of our hospital for the benefit of our patients and staff.

Research and Development department - University Hospital Southampton profile
Research and Development department - University Hospital Southampton