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.

Our people

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Facilities and infrastructure

World-leading health research depends on great facilities. We’ve got them here.

News

First patient diagnosed thanks to trial to detect pancreatic cancer earlier

The first patient to be diagnosed with early-stage pancreatic cancer after taking part in a trial of a new screening test says research is hugely important to help improve survival.

Monday 09 November 2026

Glove-like device helps improve care for cancer patients after success in research study

A new device for cancer patients will be used at University Hospital Southampton after a pilot study.

Thursday 05 November 2026

South West BRCs join forces to strengthen industry collaboration

Researchers, healthcare professionals and industry partners came together to celebrate the launch of a new regional alliance.

Thursday 29 October 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