Release Date 08 November 2016

Here’s Tuesday’s summary of media coverage for the University of Reading.

Sick children: BBC Berkshire speaks to Dr Hannah Newton (History) about the history of child sickness.

COP 22: Prof Chuks Okereke (Geography & Environmental Science) spoke live to France 24 about Africa’s voice in global climate governance.

Benefits of champagne: WHIO-AM Radio (USA) mentions Reading research that says champagne could help prevent the onset of dementia.

Protein supplements: Further coverage from Cycling Weekly on research from Reading that suggests protein supplements could improve cardiovascular health. Read our news story.

Obituary: An obituary for Reading’s first Pro-Vice-Chancellor Eric Roberts appears in The Guardian.