NIHR Southampton Clinical Research Facility

16/07/2025

1️⃣,0️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ babies have joined an eye screening study at University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust!

Researchers are trialling a new way to diagnose cataracts in newborns. The condition affects about one in 3,000 babies and can lead to blindness if left untreated.

We are so proud of our incredible research nurses and midwives who made this milestone possible 👏

🔗👉 https://www.southamptoncrf.nihr.ac.uk/post/southampton-recruits-1-000-babies-for-newborn-eye-screening-study

07/07/2025

19/06/2025

09/06/2025

29/05/2025

What a transformation 🌈🎨

Some of our amazing team have picked up their paintbrushes to brighten up our waiting area, making it more interesting and appealing for people taking part in research.

Over 36 hours of work went into this makeover, which was funded by two parents from our hip clinic 💙

Special thanks to Cayetana Mayor-Angon, Ruben Magalhaes, Lorry Alford and Kim Lee!

20/05/2025

On Clinical Trials Day, we want to say thank you to the volunteers who are making health research possible.

Clinical trials can change lives. But it is people like you who make them happen.

Help us make a difference: https://bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk/join?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=launch

29/04/2025

Want to know what world-first University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust's Adam Dale is talking about with BBC's Alastair Fee? 🎥❓

Watch BBC South Today to discover what Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting has said "could be a real game changer and lifesaver worldwide".

https://research.uhs.nhs.uk/news/world-first-trial-launched-for-fridge-free-vaccine

29/04/2025

Are you aged 18-55 and in good health?

Get in touch to receive more information about a new Tetanus-Diphtheria vaccine study.

Contact CRFstudyteam@uhs.nhs.uk.
Compensation of up to £525 provided.

23/04/2025

We are currently looking for healthy volunteers aged between 18 – 55 years to take part in our room temperature tetanus and diphtheria (SPVX02) vaccine study. Participation in the study will last for approximately 3 months and volunteers will be compensated up to £525 for their time and inconveni...

16/04/2025

16/04/2025

Meet Prof Alex Aarvold from Southampton Children’s Hospital who treats babies with hip dysplasia 👶

Hip dysplasia is a condition where the ball and socket joint of the hip does not properly form in babies and young children. If not treated at a young age, it can cause lifelong pain and disability.

Alex is using his University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust Research Leaders Programme award to improve diagnosis and treatment for these children. He’s also investigating what causes the condition, and exploring preventative strategies like nutritional supplements in pregnancy.

Read more: www.soar-southampton.org/rlp-cohort-5/alex-aarvold

10/04/2025