UoS Public Engagement

UoS Public Engagement Official account of the Public Engagement with Research unit (PERu) at the University of Southampton

The Public Engagement with Research unit (PERu) have been working with University staff and students to help bring the vibrant and exciting research from the University of Southampton out in to the public through public engagement events. We run the UoS Bringing Research to Life Roadshow, Southampton Science and Engineering Festival (SOTSEF), Southampton Arts and Humanities Festival (previously know as Human Worlds Festival) and Researchers' Cafe amongst a number of other ongoing projects within the community. On this page you'll find:

- Details of upcoming public engagement events

- News and information about all the public engagement projects going on at the university

- For students/staff: ways to get involved with projects

Find out more by visiting https://linktr.ee/uosengagement

27/03/2026

A week at SOTSEF 2026 ✨

From packing boxes and planning behind the scenes to welcoming thousands of visitors on the day, here’s a glimpse of what it takes to bring the Science and Engineering Day to life!

It’s been a week full of energy, teamwork, creativity, and so many unforgettable moments.
Thank you to everyone who made it possible, our teams, volunteers, speakers, and visitors, we will see you March 2027 💙

Introducing You, AI and US, a new podcast from University of Southampton 🎙️ Step into conversations with the people beh...
24/03/2026

Introducing You, AI and US, a new podcast from University of Southampton 🎙️

Step into conversations with the people behind some of the most exciting AI research happening right here in our city. In each episode, we explore how AI is shaping the world around us from climate and health to creativity, ethics, and everyday life.

Episode 1 is out now: Meet Buddy ✨

A fascinating project where researchers are using generative AI and a small robot to help school children create climate action stories. Hosted by Zoe Hanson, this episode features Chiying Lam and Tan Viet Tuyen Nguyen. Together, they explore how AI can empower creativity, storytelling, and meaningful engagement with global challenges.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3rRUVWKoZSaDEU1HUIVazt

▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtu.be/emEngv8sEIY

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meet-buddy-the-robot-helping-kids-tell-climate-action/id1887555686?i=1000757050087

As British Science Festival 2026 approaches in Southampton, join us as we explore AI one conversation at a time.

When science meets poetry ✨ Join us for Poetic Science 5 Live, an inspiring evening where researchers transform their s...
18/03/2026

When science meets poetry ✨

Join us for Poetic Science 5 Live, an inspiring evening where researchers transform their scientific work into powerful poetry.

Guided by acclaimed writer Helen Eastman, the Poetic Science cohort will present their final pieces, sharing stories of discovery, curiosity, and imagination through spoken word.

📍 John Hansard Gallery
🗓 19 March 2026
⏰ 18:00–19:30
Tickets: https://bit.ly/SOTSEF26PoeticScience


University of Southampton

We would love to hear from you 💬 Thank you to everyone who joined us for Science and Engineering Day at University of So...
16/03/2026

We would love to hear from you 💬

Thank you to everyone who joined us for Science and Engineering Day at University of Southampton .

Your feedback helps us make the event even better each year, so we would really appreciate it if you could take a few minutes to share your experience.

🔗 Fill out the feedback: https://bit.ly/SED26YourThoughts


Today’s the day! Science and Engineering Day is here 🔬 Join us at University of Southampton for a full day of discovery...
14/03/2026

Today’s the day! Science and Engineering Day is here 🔬

Join us at University of Southampton for a full day of discovery, creativity, and hands on science. With 140+ interactive activities, live demonstrations, talks, workshops, and lab tours, there is something for curious minds of all ages.

📍 Highfield Campus
🗓 Today | Science and Engineering Day 2026

Entry is free, and many activities are open throughout the day.

🔍 Explore the programme: www.sotsef.co.uk/SED

We cannot wait to see you there.

🔬

13/03/2026

We asked the amazing team from Enactus Southampton to sum up their activity for Science and Engineering Day in just one word. Here’s what they had to say.

Grow your First Hydroponic System with Seeds for Thought is an interactive workshop where you can discover how to grow fresh food using significantly less water and no soil. Led by the team from Enactus Southampton, this hands on session will introduce you to hydroponics and show how sustainable farming methods can help address climate change and food security.

📍 Science and Engineering Day (Saturday 14 March 2026)
📍 Highfield Campus, University of Southampton
🔍 Plan your visit and explore the programme: www.sotsef.co.uk/SED

13/03/2026

Could your phone be affecting your relationship? Hear from Claire Hart as she introduces her talk “Let’s Talk About Phubbing!” at Science and Engineering Day.

Drawing on her research, the session will also share practical insights on how we can use technology more mindfully while maintaining strong relationships.

📍 Science and Engineering Day (Saturday 14 March 2026)
🔍 Explore the programme and book your tickets: www.sotsef.co.uk/SED

12/03/2026

Ever wondered what real life X ray vision looks like? 🩻

Step inside the µ VIS X Ray Imaging Centre at University of Southampton during Science and Engineering Day and explore how Computed Tomography helps scientists see inside objects without opening them.

At the lab tour you will have the chance to see some of the largest CT scanners in the country and take part in interactive activities. Try tactile tomography, guess chocolate bars from their CT scans, explore real scan data using VR, and discover how X ray imaging is used across engineering, medicine, and history.

📍 Science and Engineering Day (Saturday 14 March 2026)
📍 Highfield Campus, University of Southampton
🔍 Plan your visit and explore the programme: www.sotsef.co.uk/SED


12/03/2026

We asked Jack Rogers this question ahead of his talk at the Science and Engineering Festival and his answer might surprise you 🛸

In Science vs Pseudoscience: Alien vs Archaeologist, Jack explores why conspiracy theories about ancient civilizations capture our imagination, and how archaeologists use scientific evidence to uncover the real stories behind our past.

If you are curious about ancient mysteries, lost civilizations, and how science separates fact from fiction, this is a talk you will not want to miss.

📍 Happening today at SOTSEF
🔍 Find out more about the programme www.sotsef.co.uk

11/03/2026

We challenged some of our amazing exhibitors at Science and Engineering Day to sum up their activity in exactly 10 words. From hands on experiments to fascinating discoveries, here’s what they had to say 👀

📍 Science and Engineering Day
🗓 Saturday 14 March 2026
🔍 Plan your visit and book your free tickets: www.sotsef.co.uk/SED


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