Congratulations to @UoS_Medicine's @helena_fisk and @elzjs who have secured funding from the @BBSRCโs RIPEN Hub ๐
They are currently supported by Bridging Fellowships from our @NIHRresearch BRC.
Read more about this exciting new project ๐๐
https://t.co/NGbuKH0NJV
Researchers from @UoS_Medicine have secured new funding for fatty acid research.
@helena_fisk and @elzjs, who are currently supported by @SouthamptonBRC, are exploring the effects of dietary fats on inflammation.
๐ Read more: https://t.co/8F1DpePuLO
Our spring BRC newsletter is out now! ๐ฉ
Discover the latest updates from our @NIHRresearch themes and the amazing people in our @UHSFT@unisouthampton community: https://t.co/kFXABev5KK
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Our research is helping people live healthier for longer ๐ฌ
@helena_fisk has been awarded a one-year BRC Postdoctoral Bridging Fellowship for her work on inflammation in obesity and ageing.
See her route into research and what she hopes to achieve ๐
https://t.co/6TPmM5wDtY
Obesity costs the NHS around ยฃ6.5 billion a year.
@helena_fisk, who is a Research Fellow at @unisouthampton, is being supported by @SouthamptonBRC to find new ways to improve health through nutrition.
Get to know Helena ๐
https://t.co/ybSxGAbQHx
Southampton labs are leading the way in sustainability ๐ฉโ๐ฌ๐
The Primary Ciliary Dyskinesia lab and @BIUSoton have won awards for their eco-friendly practices ๐
These fantastic facilities are a partnership between @unisouthampton and @UHSFT.
๐๐ https://t.co/SZJY8asaJa
Kay Mitchell (@SisterMitchell) has been in research for around 20 years. ๐ฅ๐
What is her favourite film? ๐ฅ
Clue: It was released in 1980. ๐ฟ
Learn more about Kay and her ambitions for @SouthamptonBRC in our new 60-second interview. ๐๐
https://t.co/LvbbdGHD9N
*Plant-derived Fatty Acids*
In addition to the long-investigated ALA, research is now looking at novel fatty acids like stearidonic acid (SDA) & pinolenic acid (PLA) within plant sources.
Dr Ella Baker (@elzjs) discussed her work in this area with me:
https://t.co/1zcSUwTfsw
*Plant-derived Fatty Acids*
In addition to the long-investigated ALA, research is now looking at novel fatty acids like stearidonic acid (SDA) & pinolenic acid (PLA) within plant sources.
Dr Ella Baker (@elzjs) discussed her work in this area with me:
https://t.co/1zcSUwTfsw
Ella Baker is investigating alternative sources of omega-3 at @SouthamptonBRC and @unisouthampton. ๐ฌ
She is next to take on our 60 second challenge, revealing her favourite food and an island she'd love to visit.
Find out more about @elzjs ๐
https://t.co/vvnZAN6sj0
Ella Baker (@elzjs) is researching alternative sources of omega-3 at our @NIHRresearch BRC in the @UHSFT@unisouthampton partnership.
What does she love about her role? And what dream island destination does she want to visit? ๐๏ธ
Find out now in our 60-second challenge! ๐ฅ๐
@UoS_Medicine @unisouthampton Hi @UoS_Medicine these are not the colleagues you have listed!
From left to right is Fahim Syed, Hediye- Arioz Tunc, Dr Carina Valenzuela (UoS PGR alumni), Dr Ella Baker, and Dr Helena Fisk
๐จ BREAKING NEWS!
The call for Southampton Science and Engineering Festival at @unisouthampton - inc. Science and Engineering Day 2024, is NOW OPEN!
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โ๏ธ Visit https://t.co/WI855YlH9P to find out more!
#SOTSEF๐
#BSW24#WeAreUoS#sciencefestival#Southampton
Excellent presentation by @UoS_Medicine medical student Fahim Syed who presented his research project reviewing effects of diet and macronutrient intake on association between gastrointestinal symptoms and depression at #FENS2023 in Belgrade.
An excellent week at #FENS2023 with @UoS_Medicine @uosIDS students, staff and alumni sharing their research in the field of #nutrition and #metabolism. Proud to be part of an excellent programme of speakers over the last 4 days.
Omega-3 is important for your body and brain. It's mainly found in fish and seafood, but this can have a harmful environmental impact. ๐
Ella Baker (@elzjs) is being supported by @SouthamptonBRC to help find sustainable sources.
Get to know Ella ๐
https://t.co/T42ZLrx5dN
Our research is shedding light on alternative sources of omega-3.
Ella Baker (@elzjs) has been awarded a one-year Postdoctoral Bridging Fellowship to investigate sustainable alternatives.
Find out more and get to know Ella ๐
https://t.co/LuyLFR53ZD