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2021 News

Indian forest loss ‘worse than feared’ due to climate change

New research reveals climate change has been responsible for significant forest loss in India, adding to deforestation threat

MBE for pioneering catering head Matthew White

Catering head behind the delivery of sustainably-sourced meals on campus awarded an MBE in the Queen’s New Year Honours.

Nits on ancient mummies reveal South American ancestry

Ancient DNA from mummies has been extracted from the glue headlice used to stick their eggs to their hair thousands of years ago

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A round-up of the latest media coverage for the University of Reading

New report reveals latest research on health claims

Three year project finds variations between European customers on engagement with health claims on food packaging

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A round-up of the latest media coverage for the University of Reading

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A round-up of the latest media coverage for the University of Reading.

 

Big data could help boost bread wheat yields

EIT Food-funded project enables farmers to better understand and get the best value out of their fields

Reading in the news - Mon 20 Dec

A round-up of the latest media coverage for the University of Reading

Addressing failures in management of environmental risks

New SysRisk report warns that complex risks to human health and wellbeing have been neglected by governments and NGOs because of a failure to appreciate the complex nature of environmental threats.

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A round-up of the latest media coverage of the University of Reading.

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A round-up of the latest media coverage for the University of Reading

Eco paper-based packaging co-designed with consumers

Sensitive foods could be packaged in more environmentally and consumer-friendly packaging thanks to EIT Food-funded research.

Reading in the news - Wed 15 Dec

A round-up of the latest media coverage featuring the University of Reading.

Reading in the news - Tue 14 Dec

Media coverage including how food supply chains have coped with the pandemic

Quadruple award nomination for Reading archaeologists

Four University of Reading archaeologists have been nominated in the 2022 Current Archaeology Awards

Reading in the news - Mon 13 Dec

A round-up of the latest media coverage featuring the University of Reading.

Farmland change could alleviate Amazon deforestation

Planting trees and forage plants in livestock pasture may support biodiversity and offer solutions to high deforestation rate

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Climate leadership powering Reading’s bid for city status

Climate change research and leadership by the University of Reading is a driving force behind Reading’s bid to become a city.

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A round-up of the latest media coverage featuring the University of Reading.

MRC funds new venomous snakebite research

Snakebite victims may benefit from repurposing existing drugs to repair muscle damage thanks to new research.

Reading achieves best ever rank in People & Planet league

15th place sees University of Reading move up 13 places to best ever position in table

Students take part in European innovation challenge

Students from the University of Reading have taken part in a programme which challenged them to develop innovative and sustainable solutions to real-life industry challenges.

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Media coverage including the announcement that ECMWF will be moving their HQ to the University of Reading campus

Caterers see boost in trust following pandemic

Members of public said they trusted caterers and restaurants more following the Covid-19 pandemic

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Media coverage including commentary on the infectivity of Omicron variant

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Media coverage including climate stripes being projected onto a coal power plant

New home for ECMWF on University of Reading campus agreed

The University of Reading campus is set to become home to the largest cluster of weather and climate scientists in the world

Reading in the news - Fri 3 Dec

Media coverage including expert comment on how domesticated cats have impacted UK biodiversity

New computer game content teaches precision farming methods

New downloadable content for Farming Simulator computer game developed by academics and industry experts, and funded by EIT Food

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Media coverage including effectiveness of vaccines against the Omicron variant of Covid-19

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Media coverage including comments about future effect of climate change on the arctic

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Coverage including the Reading university challenge team's round of 16 match

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University of Reading wins Queen’s Anniversary Prize

 

Award for flood research group supporting UN global goals

 

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Consumer food packaging disposal confusion will be addressed

 

Major funding for project opening doors for BAME researchers

 

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University’s Net Zero Carbon Plan named best in the UK

 

New tech spin-outs could boost fruit and veg yields

 

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#PlanetPartners: University signs agreement to collaborate on environmental research

 

New Shinfield community centre opened by University Vice-Chancellor

 

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International artist to create new artwork based on Ure Museum collection

 

Evidence dyslexia affects children’s visual processing beyond just reading

 

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Future climate risks in the UK mapped out in detail on new website

 

Reading in the news - Wed 10 Nov

 

Red Cross and University of Reading partnership to help people facing climate disaster

 

University responds to Wokingham local plan update

 

Dinosaur bird gets makeover as ‘most up-to-date’ model unveiled at museum

 

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University of Reading working with Government to enhance climate education in schools

 

Students get unique COP26 opportunity through remote engagement partnership

 

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University’s Net Zero strategy recognised as among best in UK

 

Global carbon emissions rebound close to pre-Covid levels

 

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Reading moves up THE World University Rankings by Subject in Education, Arts, Humanities and Science

 

COP26 comment: Focus on new technology 'damaging' to low-emission transport targets

 

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COP26 comment: 'We shouldn't congratulate India too much on 2070 net zero target'

 

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COP26: 2021 extreme weather a 'canary in the coal mine' - expert comment

 

Pandemic solitude was positive experience for many

 

Reading in the news - Mon 1 Nov

 

Landmark legal case provides hope for indigenous people around the world displaced by climate change

 

University carbon project wins sustainability award

 

Reading in the news - Fri 29 Oct

 

Parliamentary report cites evidence of farmer marginalisation during rollout of Environmental Land Management scheme

 

Reading in the news - Thu 28 Oct

 

Inclusive training opportunities at University museum thanks to ground-breaking programme

 

University takes steps towards carbon goals with award nomination and £50,000 grant

 

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Historic warships to be raided for missing climate data

 

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University and RUSU taking action after spiking reports

 

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Climate stripes join Rubens and Weber in University art collection

 

Personalised clotting profiles may help in next generation of precision heart disease treatments

 

Reading in the news - Wed 20 Oct

 

Net Zero plans 'infused with technological optimism' - expert comment

 

Reading in the news - Tue 19 Oct

 

Shinfield Studios plans take next step

 

Reading in the news - Mon 18 Oct

 

How do primary school children learn foreign languages? New UKRI funded project first to build full picture

 

Reading in the news - Fri 15 Oct

 

Whiteknights campus wins 11th Green Flag Award

 

One-off government cash handout not enough to help poor families

 

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#UniForReading: University hits the streets to help students meet their neighbours

 

Energy efficiencies key to avoiding future price hikes - expert comment

 

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#PlanetPartners: Award-winning new method of assessing flood forecast accuracy could support vulnerable communities

 

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KTC supported projects win at KTP Best of the Best awards

We are delighted to share the news that at the recent Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) Best of the Best Awards, two Reading partnerships came home with top awards.

#UniForReading: Community projects to receive £50,000 as part of new University initiative <BR><BR>

 

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Walker Institute and Microsoft launch collaboration for climate resilient societies

 

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#UniForReading: Two national awards for local business partnerships

 

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Reading climate scientist recognised with exclusive fellowship

 

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Find out where Henry I is buried in lecture to mark 900 years of Reading Abbey

 

Llama antibodies have “significant potential” as potent Covid-19 treatment <BR><BR>

 

Reading in the news - Wed 22 Sep

 

Reading gets share of major funding to boost open research

 

Japanese Knotweed extract could cut cancer risk of processed meat

 

Reading in the news - Tue 21 Sep

 

Reading Climate Festival 2021: University hosted events

 

Missing wind variability means future impacts of climate change may be underestimated in Europe and North America

 

Reading in the news - Mon 20 Sep

 

Reading scientist’s climate stripes showcased at London Fashion Week

 

Reading fourth in South East in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2022

 

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Bring climate change into every classroom, young people demand

 

Consuming fruit and vegetables and exercising can make you happier

 

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Curriculum of climate change can help youth see through ‘greenwashing’

 

Raab jobs constitutionally at odds - Expert Comment

 

European beef farming to be more sustainable by learning from UK best practice

 

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Online climate course designed for students, by students

 

#PlanetPartners: International honour for mathematician exploring Earth’s climate

 

Reading in the news - Mon 13 Sep

 

Reading rises in Guardian University Guide 2022 league table

 

Roadkill may accelerate local extinction of mammal populations

 

Reading in the news - Fri 10 Sep

 

Reading wins highest number of nominations for THE Awards 2021

 

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Antioxidant drug reverses process responsible for heart attacks and strokes

 

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Tropical crops could suffer as climate change brings longer dry spells

 

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Major new film complex will support students, local jobs and UK growth

 

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Reading improves position in THE World University Rankings 2022

 

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Security and armed conflict experts become visiting professors

 

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Expert comment: Late French Philosopher Jean-Luc Nancy changed how we look at people

 

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Archaeologists find ‘lost’ monastery ruled by Queen of Mercia

 

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Millets can reduce risk of developing cardiovascular disease, new review finds

 

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Reading bids for University Challenge success in 2021 series

 

Museum exhibition celebrates Reading Festival’s 50th Anniversary

 

Pollinators: first global risk index for species declines and effects on humanity <BR>

 

Reading in the news - Mon 16 Aug

 

‘Fingerprints’ of extreme weather revealed by new statistical approach

 

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#PlanetPartners: Reading research to inform UK’s climate change strategy

 

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University partnership to deliver Henley Business School foundation programmes

 

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Climate change ‘double whammy’ could kill off fish species

 

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Reading scientists part of stark UN climate change report

 

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Millet-based diet can lower risk of type 2 diabetes and help manage blood glucose levels

 

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Archaeologist protecting Middle Eastern cultural heritage made British Academy Fellow

 

Blood clots in people with severe Covid-19 may be related to abnormal antibody response

 

Reading in the news - Wed 28 Jul

 

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Climate Education Summit: Climate change education rethink needed to ‘avoid failing next generation’

 

Climate Education Summit: open letter calls for action on climate education

 

University community marches towards COP26 to take action on climate change

 

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Europe floods: 'We must learn lessons from this tragedy''

 

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UK heatwave: 'Invisible killer' should not be ignored

 

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Animal research procedures - 2020 statistics at University of Reading released

 

Plans for new TV studio in Shinfield approved

 

Finalists have their say in National Student Survey 2021

 

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Arla the llama helping Covid-19 drug discovery

 

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New course throws light on the early history of Britain

 

Mothers’ high fat diet affects clotting response in sons, mice study finds

 

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Generous alumni donate �62,000 for student hardship

 

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New TV studio plans to be discussed by Wokingham Borough Council

 

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Flood science showcase encourages public to get inspired by nature

 

Faba bean anaemia’s genetic secret unlocked

 

Reading in the news - Mon 5 Jul

 

Graduate artist gets career-boost thanks to partnership

 

University of Reading leader paving the way for greater equality in universities

 

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No voice for many farmers over critical Environmental Land Management schemes, Parliamentary report says

 

Global heatwaves an 'alarm system to climate change'

 

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Celebrate National Meadows Day at Langley Mead

 

Reading in the news - Mon 28 Jun

 

'Lost' artwork on display as community invited to free art classes

 

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#ShowYourStripes: Greta Thunberg among thousands to share Reading scientist’s climate change graphics

 

Butterflies regularly cross the Sahara in longest-known insect migration

 

Pioneering ‘leaky dam’ pilot project hopes to reduce flooding in Berkshire

 

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#ShowYourStripes 2021: Climate change graphics go global as University launches new partnerships for the planet

 

100 not out: Reading celebrates a century of Psychology

 

Berkshire residents to benefit from new wellbeing research partnership

 

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Prestigious fellowship awarded to Reading expert on scientific computing

 

Reading scientists play key part in UK climate risk report

 

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Caring across borders and inequalities faced by migrant families in Europe to be revealed by new project

 

Reading in the news - Mon 14 Jun

 

New radar to measure global winds makes space mission shortlist

 

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University of Reading rises in QS World University Rankings 2022

 

Euro 2020 predictions game presents battle of man and machine

 

Weather prediction game challenges public to beat the scientists - again

 

Reading in the news - Wed 9 Jun

 

University of Reading moves up in Complete University Guide 2022

 

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Reading urban climate scientist becomes first woman to win prestigious meteorology prize

 

Attentive listening helps teens open up, study finds

 

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Climate science AI builds genuine understanding of climate system

 

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#PlanetPartners: Working together to change the world

 

UAE Ambassador visits University of Reading rain scientists

 

Universities give South East businesses post-pandemic boost: new research

 

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#PlanetPartners: University law experts guide institutions in reducing injustice and abuse

 

#PlanetPartners: Creatures great and small get help from Reading research

 

Scientists use weather forecasts to direct conservation of elephants

 

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#PlanetPartners: Sustainable underwater ecosystems supported by Reading research

 

Race Equality Review prompts actions for a fairer University

 

No link between milk and increased cholesterol according to new study of 2 million people

 

Pre-Columbus climate change may have caused population decline in Amazon before Europeans arrived, research finds

 

Calls for 'summer of play' to support childrens emotional recovery, as 9 in 10 children say play affected by pandemic

 

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#PlanetPartners: Climate change research, communication and campus sustainability put Reading at forefront of climate action

 

Students’ lockdown experience part of artistic self-care showcase

 

Reading in the news - Fri 21 May

 

#PlanetPartners: Changing habits and eating better to help the planet

 

Moon mission delays could increase risks from solar storms

 

Reading in the news - Thu 20 May

 

#PlanetPartners: Empowering communities to create sustainable futures

 

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#PlanetPartners: Fighting for equality and justice for all

 

Reading in the news - Tue 18 May

 

#PlanetPartners: Innovative technology solutions helping build smarter infrastructure

 

Reading in the news - Mon 17 May

 

Reading recognised as leader in openness on animal research

 

#PlanetPartners: University helping the Thames Valley region to prosper

 

Reading in the news - Fri 14 May

 

#PlanetPartners: Clean energy initiatives help Reading lead the way towards a green future

 

#UniForReading: Community discussion on LGBT+ issues hosted by University

 

RBH Radiology Department awarded University status

 

Reading in the news - Thu 13 May

 

#PlanetPartners: Improving access to water globally, while reducing consumption on campus

 

Hard work most important for making the ‘ideal’ university student, study says

 

Genetic risk of heart disease may be due to low Omega 3-linked biomarker

 

Reading in the news - Wed 12 May

 

#PlanetPartners: University taking steps to achieve gender equality

 

Reading in the news: Tue 11 May

 

#PlanetPartners: University enhancing learning opportunities for all

 

Leading universities and business leaders call for investment in skills through apprenticeship levy flexibility

 

#UoRWay: Careers support extended for 2020 and 2021 finalists

 

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#PlanetPartners: University keeping people healthy in Reading and far beyond

 

#UorWay: Pharmacy students, lecturer and alumni band together to vaccinate homeless people

 

Reading in the news - Fri 7 May

 

#PlanetPartners: University working to ensure nobody goes hungry

 

Reading in the news - Thu 6 May

 

#PlanetPartners: Offering opportunities and support to reduce poverty worldwide

 

Reading in the news - Wed 5 May

 

#PlanetPartners: University doing something about global issues

 

Reading in the news - Tue 4 May

 

Reading climate forecasting research projects get $21m funding

 

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Atmospheric science breakthroughs earn Reading professor research prize

 

Award for researcher providing cutting edge atmospheric electricity data

 

#UniForReading: University shows support to sanctuary seekers

 

Oxford/AstraZeneca vaccine delays could cause thousands of additional deaths

 

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Reading leads the world in list of most influential climate scientists

 

Reading in the news - Mon 26 Apr

 

#UoRWay: One Year On... keeping our archives and collections available through lockdown

 

Reading in the news - Fri 23 Apr

 

Warming stripes showcased at global climate conference

 

Reading in the news - Thu 22 Apr

 

Tackling global issues: University of Reading performs strongly in THE Global Impact Rankings

 

#UniForReading: University joins with charitable foundation to help people in Reading

 

Handwashing responsible for bacterial communities in sinks, largest non-hospital study shows

 

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Primary children not playing independently outside until much later than parents' generation

 

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University of Reading pays tribute to honorary graduate HRH The Duke of Edinburgh

 

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Younger MS patients feel worst effect of pandemic-related mental health

 

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Toxic gas in rat brains shows potential for new dementia treatments

 

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The Death of HRH The Duke of Edinburgh: Statement by the Vice-Chancellor

 

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Pandemic analysis doubles University’s media engagement

 

#UoRWay: One year on... Supporting staff through lockdown

 

Third of Antarctic ice shelf area at risk of collapse as planet warms

 

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Reading in the news - Wed 31 Mar

 

#UniForReading: Helping our local area to grow

 

#UniForReading: University graduate seeking poets for social justice

 

#UniForReading: University graduate seeking poets for social justice

 

Expert comment: sexual harrassment 'time bomb' in schools known about for years

 

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#UoRWay: One Year On... what's that up your nose?

 

Samuel Beckett Collection inspiring new art and literature

 

Reading in the news - Fri 26 Mar

 

Shinfield Studios receives first planning approval at Thames Valley Science Park

 

LGBT+ bullying dismissed as gulfs exist between culture and climate of secondary school tolerance

 

Reading in the news - Thu 25 Mar

 

#UoRWay: One Year On…

 

Once-in-a-century UK wildfire threats could happen most years by end of century

 

Reading in the news - Wed 24 Mar

 

#PlanetPartners: Putting cutting-edge climate change information into the hands of decision-makers in China <BR>

 

Reading in the news - Tue 23 Mar

 

Lingering negative thoughts may predict worsening wellbeing

 

Reading in the news - Mon 22 Mar

 

Brexit could transform Wales from sheep farms to forest

 

All University of Reading marketing degrees to now include CIM accreditation

 

Reading in the news - Fri 19 Mar

 

#PlanetPartners: Net zero clarity needed to prevent corner-cutting on carbon reduction

 

Reading in the news - Thu 18 Mar

 

#UniForReading: University invites community voices to discuss race

 

Boosting insect diversity may provide more consistent crop pollination services

 

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University publishes 2020 Gender Pay Gap Report

 

Snakebite venom expert joins WHO roster to address neglected issue

 

Reading in the news - Fri 12 Mar

 

Nominate a musical student who helps the community

 

Reading in the news - Thu 11 Mar

 

#WeAreTogether: Answering questions about Lateral Flow Testing being used in schools and at home

 

Reading in the news - Wed 10 Mar

 

#WeAreTogether: How blood clot science could save lives of Covid-19 patients - public lecture

 

Reading in the news - Tue 9 Mar

 

#WeAreTogether: Psychologists help parents prepare children to return to school

 

Reading in the news - Mon 8 Mar

 

#WeAreTogether: No evidence that Vitamin D helps protect against COVID

 

Reading in the news - Fri 5 Mar

 

#PlanetPartners: Environmental Sciences at Reading ranked among best in world <BR><BR>

 

Reading highest in UK for Agriculture in QS World University Rankings by Subject 2021

 

#UoRWay: Pharmacy graduate lands job on COVID-19 frontline

 

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High fat diets may over-activate destructive heart disease protein <BR><BR>

 

Reading in the news - Tue 2 Mar

 

#PlanetPartners: Art students highlight environmental threats in virtual exhibition

 

Space hurricane observed for the first time

 

Reading in the news - Mon 1 Mar

 

#PlanetPartners: Reading marks two years of action since declaring a climate emergency

 

#PlanetPartners: Collaboration lands £3.7m NERC funding for EvoFlood project to better predict global flood risk

 

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Consumers demand more sustainability info from food industry

 

#PlanetPartners: University awarded £3.4m for carbon-reducing initiatives

 

Reading in the news - Wed 24 Feb

 

#PlanetPartners: Training the world’s weather experts with Meteorology Masterclasses

 

University in talks with Wokingham council over new Local Plan

 

#UoRWay: Student podcast connects alumni and career-seeking undergraduates

 

Reading in the news - Tue 23 Feb

 

#UniForReading: University invites local community for a (virtual) cuppa

 

#UoRWay: Trainee teachers making a difference to children throughout COVID-19

 

Reading in the news - Mon 22 Feb

 

University sees 5% rise in applications

 

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Farmer mental health hit during Covid focus of new research

 

Reading in the news - Tue 16 Feb

 

US welcomed back to Paris Agreement with stark new climate change images

 

Reading climate science supports UK green finance research centre

 

Let the children play this summer say leading psychologists

 

China faces substantially hotter summers and winters by 2050

 

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Surprising Covid-19 impacts on sport revealed in online lecture

 

#PlanetPartners: Early Indian monsoon forecasts could benefit farmers

 

Reading in the news - Tue 9 Feb

 

Transatlantic aircraft win freedom to surf winds following Reading study

 

Reading in the news - Mon 8 Feb

 

#UoRWay: RUBC row around the UK for charity

 

#PlanetPartners: Health of more than 12 million in UK vulnerable to climate change

 

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Research commercialisation boost thanks to Royal Society funding

 

#UoRWay: Online learning has created a space for less-confident students, says literature associate professor

 

Reading in the news - Wed 3 Feb

 

Universities publish open letter calling for generational justice and extra support to support students and graduates

 

Vaccine glasnost: Sputnik trials shows Russian-developed candidate is safe and effective

 

Reading in the news - Tue 2 Feb

 

#UoRWay: Colleagues spend commute time travelling the globe

 

New project protecting UK insect populations post-Brexit

 

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Universities must cross borders when students can’t

 

#PlanetPartners: Environment research hubs praised for global impact on science

 

Reading in the news - Wed 27 Jan

 

Aircraft could cut emissions by better surfing the wind

 

Cyclone Eloise flood forecasts supporting at-risk communities in Mozambique

 

Reading in the news - Tue 26 Jan

 

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Expert comment: Storm Christoph severe flooding becoming 'the norm'

 

#UniForReading: University researchers helping Thames Valley towns reduce CO2 emissions and improve air quality

 

Reading in the news - Thu 21 Jan

 

Expert comment: UK floods from Storm Christoph caused by ‘atmospheric river’

 

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#UniForReading: Award for architecture project that revealed neighbourhood’s hidden gems

 

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