Reading in the news - Wed 7 Dec
The latest coverage of the University, including insight on how Chardonnay could be produced in the UK due to rising temperatures.
Primary foreign language teachers to get digital development
ESRC funds University of Reading to improve the language and teaching skills of primary educators.
Gut research funding to improve health via food
Reading is one of six publicly-funded hubs for diet and health research and innovation.
Reading in top five green universities in the UK
The University has been ranked fourth in the 2022/23 People & Planet University League
Wine forecast: Britain could be Chardonnay champions by 2050
Over one-fifth of the UK may have suitable weather by mid-Century to grow Chardonnay grapes for still wines.
Excavation expert celebrated for digs up and down the UK
Dr Thomas has a sustained track record in leading major research excavations
History of chocolate to be investigated at University
The study will delve into how the confectionery changed the world
University accounts show continued financial resilience
The University accounts for 2021/22 have been published
Reading in the news - Thu 1 Dec
Flood proof homes and climate stripes themed Xmas gifts feature in the news today.
Fungi in sink drains act as ‘reservoirs for mould’
Sinks and P-traps are home to a surprising number of fungal organisms.
Whisky created from seeds with help from Museum
Papers stored at The MERL served as an important source of information for whisky makers
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Travel drop aided lockdown methane surge, study finds
Reduced transport emissions led to lower levels of a chemical that acts like a detergent to remove methane from the atmosphere
Hydrogen-based economy could prevent carbon emissions
Hydrogen has no direct greenhouse effect but is an indirect climate gas
Thames mussel studies 60 years apart show nature decline
An 80-year-old Reading zoologist’s research from almost six decades ago has played a significant role in a ‘very worrying’ discovery
Expert Comment: Group A Streptococcus outbreak
Dr Simon Clarke responds to news of an outbreak of infection in a school.
Live snake-worship bite accident highlights need for change
A man in rural India suffered a life-threatening snakebite at a local temple, highlighting the need for education
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Take climate-changing aerosols seriously, scientists say
The regional impacts caused by aerosol pollution must be considered in future plans to mitigate the effects of climate change
Nutrition honour for Reading Professor
Professor Julie Lovegrove receives the British Nutrition Foundation annual prize.
Llama lab expert named UK’s best technician at THE Awards
She has worked on projects leading to the development of new treatments for children with epilepsy
Greener flights from maths wins science prize at THE Awards
The team used a mathematical algorithm to calculate the optimum routes between European and USA destinations.
Salt more important than temperatures in sea ice formation
When polar seas freeze and ice forms, it is not only due to cold air chilling the surface of the water.
Reading researchers among most influential in the world
Five Reading researchers have been named among the most cited in the world
'More intense hurricanes form rapidly due to climate change'
The human-caused phenomenon poses a huge challenge to weather forecasters
Packaging workshop prepares children for eco-conscious life
Children take part in workshops on sustainable disposal of food packaging.
Vice-Chancellor: Show solidarity with Iranian students
Professor Robert Van de Noort explains how the University supporting affected students
Heating dilemma means less fruit and veg consumed - study
People who use pre-payment meters are more likely to use food banks, research shows
Carbon emissions halved in goal to reach Net Zero
The University has been recognised for its environmental efforts at a national awards show
Meditating Trump might benefit environment – study
People who are individualistic are less likely to look after the environment, researchers who examined the link between ego and the environment have found
Air pollution threatens natural pest control
Controlling aphids with parasitic wasps is more difficult in polluted environments.
Eat apples and drink tea for good health
First nutritional guideline of its kind says an apple a day really can keep the doctor away.
Obesity in Malaysia targeted at personalised nutrition event
The University of Reading was joined by Malaysian VIPs to discuss the role of nutrigenomics and nutrigenetics in public health.
Community projects to receive funding
The Community Fund is a joint initiative between the University and the John Sykes Foundation
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Heatwaves compound the effects of pandemic and war
The Lancet Countdown 2022 lays out health impacts of climate change
Cocoa and climate expertise showcased to Nicaragua diplomats
The Nicaraguan Ambassador to the UK visited the University of Reading.
Reading in top 100 for Education and Physical Sciences
The results of the Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject 2023 are published today
Partnership to tackle young people’s mental health
The Reading-Oxford partnership has received £35.4m in funding for mental and brain health.
From farm to fork, food sector training gets a revamp
A first-of-its-kind pan-European assessment process for all professional education and training programmes within the agrifood system is launching today.
'Action not words': Black History Month
Our Black History Month Lecture will be held on Thursday 20 October
Reading is a centre of excellence for knowledge exchange
The University of Reading is a centre of excellence for knowledge exchange, as demonstrated by the latest KEF (knowledge exchange framework) review.
Reading in top 200 for THE World University Rankings 2023
The University is ranked joint 198 in the world and joint 26 in the UK.
University joins Mental Health Charter Programme
The University of Reading has signed up to a new framework, helping to strengthen mental health support for students and staff.
Supermarkets a 'spiderweb' of sensory experiences
Bright lights, loud noises, strong smells and changing temperatures can lead to sensory overload in supermarkets.
Empowering communities to inform social change with research
Communities in Reading and Slough set benefit from a new approach to community-led research
Powerful hurricanes get second wind in Europe
Stronger hurricanes that are reenergised by jet stream winds are twice as likely to cross the Atlantic and wreak havoc in Europe than weaker ones, new research has found.
Reading Climate Festival 2022: University events
Find out more about what events the University is involved in this week as part of Reading Climate Festival.
New partnership brings together research and policy
The University's Law School and the CCJS are partnering to connect researchers and students with practitioners and policy makers.
Widening participation in STEM requires an attitude change
Students rule themselves out of, or in to, STEM disciplines, based on stereotyped views of what makes a typical student, a new study has found.
Free tutoring helps pupils in Reading aim for university
Hundreds of Reading pupils will get tutoring in English, Maths or Science from trained students as part of a new scheme.
Political songs concert showcases 420 years of protest music
The rich and centuries-long history of protest songs, in England, will be showcased this week.
Author gives LGBT+ lecture for 2022
Tufayel Ahmed will give this year's annual Wolfenden Lecture on 22 September.
Fossil discovery could be rare complete dinosaur skeleton
The exposed fossil of the hadrosaur is protruding from a hillside in Canada
Whiteknights campus named one of Britain’s top green spaces
The University of Reading campus has won a 12th consecutive Green Flag Award
How Atlantic air alters India’s food and water supply
Winter rain and snow in the western Himalayas could vary by almost 50%, due to effects from atmospheric conditions in the North Atlantic
Plans to introduce contactless corridors in UK airports
Expert comment from Professor James Ferryman, a world-leading expert on border security and contactless corridors.
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
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.
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.
Food and nutrition scientist given honorary degree
Professor Christine Williams OBE has contributed to the global advancement of human nutrition.
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.
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 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.
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.
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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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.
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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