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Reading in the news - Fri 12 Aug

The latest news coverage, including a viral video showing what happens when heavy rain falls on dry ground

Arctic flights to shed light on sea ice and storms link

Scientists are flying through Arctic storms to study how they impact sea ice, and vice versa

National Teaching Fellows 2022 announced

Congratulations to our 2022 National Teaching Fellows.

Driest ever July edges England towards drought

Reading’s driest July in more than a century has capped the second driest start to a calendar year since WWII

Climate stripes hit the road in bus partnership

The climate stripes will be zooming around the streets of Reading for a year thanks to a partnership with Reading Buses

Reading FC kit makes climate change statement

New home kit features the climate stripes designed by a Reading scientist

Deaf actor and director named Distinguished Graduate

Actor and director Charlotte Arrowsmith is a British Sign Language consultant for the Royal Shakespeare Company

Reading entrepreneur honoured for charity work

Entrepreneur and philanthropist John Sykes has been presented with an honorary degree by the University

Plans to introduce contactless corridors in UK airports

Expert comment from Professor James Ferryman, a world-leading expert on border security and contactless corridors.

Parkinson’s campaigner receives honorary degree

Sally Bromley is a campaigner who has dedicated her time to raising awareness of Parkinson’s disease 

UN human rights advocate honored by University

Jane Connors, an Assistant Secretary-General of the United Nations, has been awarded an honorary degree from Reading

Vitamin B6 supplements could reduce anxiety and depression

Researchers at Reading have found that taking high-dose Vitamin B6 tablets can reduce feelings of anxiety and depression.

Government must show action on Net Zero Strategy

Expert comment from Professor Chris Hilson, Director of the Reading Centre for Climate and Justice

Bees boost crops and could steady food prices

New research shows that insect pollination reduces variability in crop yields as well as improving them

New audio trail to explore University ‘secret garden’

An audio trail and interactive map allow the local community and school children to explore the University's Harris Garden

Education system ‘neglecting the importance of plants’

New research has warned that reduced teaching of basic plant science means people are disconnected with the botanical world

Football tournament brings communities together

The Reading Community Cup was supported by a donation through the Community Fund.

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Army leader honored for boosting officer education

General Paul Nanson served in the Army for 34 years and championed the establishment of the Army Higher Education Pathway.

Boris Johnson episode 'a national shame'

Rosa Freedman, Professor of Law, Conflict and Global Development, provides expert comment on the PM's resignation.

Food and nutrition scientist given honorary degree

Professor Christine Williams OBE has contributed to the global advancement of human nutrition.

Finalists have their say in National Student Survey 2022

Overall student satisfaction at the University of Reading has gone up to 80% this year from 74% in 2021.

Golden Globe-winning director gets graduation gong

Walter Salles directed the BAFTA Award-winning films Motorcycle Diaries and Central Station

'Unsung hero' of Reading community gets honorary degree

Trisha Bennett has worked with communities in Reading alongside University researchers

MBE award at Palace for University catering head

Matthew White, who has overseen work to make the University's catering more sustainable, received his MBE at Buckingham Palace

Fewer animal tests by Reading scientists in 2021

The University has published its official statistics for animal research procedures carried out in 2021.

New rankings highlight mental health support at Reading

The University is ranked top in a new ranking measuring provision of student mental health services and support.

Celebrate National Meadows Day at Langley Mead

National Meadows Day event to be held at Langley Mead on Saturday 2 July.

The secret lives of mites in the skin of our faces

First ever full study of the DNA of Demodex folliculorum mites reveals bizarre evolution and mating habits

Reading FC and Uni strike up sustainability partnership

Climate change and sustainability knowledge at the University of Reading will support Reading Football Club take steps to reduce its environmental impact

UN sexual abuse claims

Rosa Freedman, Professor of Law Conflict and Global Development, provides expert comment on UN abuse claims ahead of new BBC documentary

University pledges support for Clean Air Day

The University of Reading is now an official supporter of Clean Air Day, the UK's largest campaign on air pollution.

Reading rises in Complete University Guide 2023

The University of Reading has risen five places in the Complete University Guide Rankings 2023 to 31 among UK universities.

Food taxes could help net-zero targets, study shows

Combined carbon and health taxes on food products could significantly contribute to net-zero targets, while improving the quality of diets, a new study shows.

 

Reading ranked in QS World University Rankings 2023

The University of Reading has maintained a strong position in the QS World University Rankings 2023, ranked at 28th place among UK universities and 229 in the world.

Greta Thunberg wraps warming stripes on cover of new book

A new book by climate activist Greta Thunberg will feature warming stripes created by Professor Ed Hawkins on its cover.

Two more hospital departments receive University status

Critical Care Medicine and the Berkshire Kidney Unit are the latest two departments to be awarded University status.

Risks for political parties of 'Red Wall' preoccupation

Research highlights electoral and policy significance of growing economic divide between graduates and non-graduates

Secret of disordered smell found

Researchers have discovered the secrets of why certain food and drinks smell (and likely taste) disgusting to people with parosmia.

Indian snakebite victims benefit from insurance cover

Campaign sees Indian snakebite victims who can’t afford treatments to benefit from confirmed health insurance coverage.

 

Natural History Museum to open research centre at TVSP

The new facility will provide researchers all over the world with better access to the Museum's digital collections.

Reading marks outstanding research in REF 2021

Learn more about the University's results in the Research Excellence Framework 2021

Made At Uni: Reading supports Climate Action campaign

UUK poll shows 44% of parents nationally believe UK universities are equipping students with climate change knowledge.

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Automated nutrition app can help healthier diet

People could benefit from fully automated personal nutritional advice, as a new research paper shows that an app improved healthy diet in clinical trials.

Ukrainian refugee scholarships for degree study at Reading

Ukrainian refugee students will be offered full scholarships to study at the University of Reading, as part of the University’s response to the Russian invasion.

#UniForReading

Climate advisors for schools in new education scheme

New scheme is part of DfE national strategy and will make expert knowledge available to schools

#PlanetPartners

Thanking supporters who make university dreams reality

University donors were recently invited to campus to learn more about how their support is making a difference.

Cleaner air for Reading schools

Support from the Community Fund is helping researchers and local schools work together to reduce toxic air pollution.

#UniForReading

Reading tops UK for Agriculture in 2022 QS Subject Rankings

Latest QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022 sees Agriculture at Reading 1st among UK institutions and 11th globally

Taking action on our gender pay gap

A blog from Samantha Foley, sex equality champion at the University, on action being taken to address our Gender Pay Gap.

Nature trail opens to all at Whiteknights campus

Staff, students and visitors to the University can learn more about wildlife on campus thanks to a new nature trail.

University signs up to BBC equality project

The University of Reading has signed up to the BBC's 50:50 Equality Project.

Mixed ability rugby pioneers score community funding

The University and the John Sykes Foundation are supporting mixed ability rugby team, the Berkshire Brigands, through the Community Fund.

#UniForReading

Helping give communities a voice in planning

A new national project to give communities a better voice in the planning process launches today in Reading.

University of Reading publishes 2020/21 financial statements

The University has published its financial statement for 2020/21.

University bucks national trend with rise in applications

The University has seen a 4% rise in 'on-time' UCAS applications compared to last year, despite a national decline in university applications.

Dedicated gardening volunteer receives long-awaited award

The University has presented gardening volunteer Monica Jobson with the Distinguished Volunteer Award after 20 years of service.

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