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Our research is divided into five broad themes: Environment, Food, Health, Heritage and Creativity and Prosperity and Resilience. The themes are open-ended and overlapping, crossing traditional boundaries and allowing us to nurture innovation and deliver impactful and curiosity-driven research. Under these themes sit our 36 research divisions.

planet earth - environment research theme

Environment

Bringing together Reading’s world-leading strengths in research relating to the environment, our work aims to better understand and address the challenges of environmental change.

Research Divisions

berries - UoR

Food

We apply our food and agriculture research expertise to address global issues including climate change, resource degradation, hunger, poverty, diet and health.

Health research at the University of Reading

Health

Our research is tackling the demands of complex and chronic health conditions, both in the UK and globally. We work in transdisciplinary teams to enhance well-being, prevent disease, improve diagnoses, develop new therapies and advance clinical practice.

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Heritage and Creativity

Our research shines a spotlight on the past and reflects on the value of arts and humanities research to the people of today. We engage with Reading’s world-class museums, archives and collections and foster innovative collaborations.

housiing - representing the University of Reading

Prosperity and Resilience

What are the institutions and practices that help people and society to prosper? How do they help us build resilience against economic, social, political or environmental shocks? These are the key questions addressed by our theme.

Interdisciplinary Research Institutes