2022 News

New research from the University of Reading shows that younger age groups are significantly more likely to be open to the idea of eating lab-grown meat, or insects, than older people.

Pro-Vice-Chancellor Peter Miskell expands on his defence of international students during a recent Winter Graduation speech in this blog

Children do “fun, easy, and interesting” activities to learn about how to dispose of food packaging sustainably.

Surveys of consumers in Poland and Spain show that a lack of knowledge about food packaging symbols is hindering effective disposal practices.

As the world recovers from the Covid-19 crisis, research shows that trust in food authorities has fallen.

The University of Reading takes a positive stance on encouraging debate on campus.

New guidelines to encourage sustainable business travel and greener commuting

Over one-fifth of the UK may have suitable weather by mid-Century to grow Chardonnay grapes for still wines.

Sinks and P-traps are home to a surprising number of fungal organisms.

Children take part in workshops on sustainable disposal of food packaging.

News from the University, including Shinfield Studios and COP27.

Seminar highlights clinical research collaboration with San Marino

The Nicaraguan Ambassador to the UK visited the University of Reading.

The University of Reading is a centre of excellence for knowledge exchange, as demonstrated by the latest KEF (knowledge exchange framework) review.

The University of Reading has signed up to a new framework, helping to strengthen mental health support for students and staff.

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.

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.

Hundreds of Reading pupils will get tutoring in English, Maths or Science from trained students as part of a new scheme.

Respected construction industry researcher and former Reading academic Dr Patricia Hillebrandt has died aged 92

Statement by the Vice-Chancellor following the proclamation of the accession of His Majesty King Charles III

Media coverage for the University, including comment on the new malaria vaccine and the new PM.

People living in Britain thousands of years ago combined cereals and milk in cooking pots, archaeologists have found, suggesting they may have enjoyed the same hot porridge breakfasts as their modern-day descendants.

The University of Reading is shortlisted in two categories for this year's Times Higher Education (THE) Awards, announced recently (1 September).

News coverage including flooding in Pakistan, gas supply from Russia, and the origins of Covid.

More than 4,000 new undergraduate students will begin their studies in September 2022.

New analysis points to spring hay decline in southern England of up to 50% by 2080

Professor Valerio Lucarini has been elected a member of Academia Europaea.

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

A project preserving the legacy of Stephen Dwoskin is a Digital Preservation Awards 2022 finalist.

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.

Estimates of the volume of water needed for agriculture worldwide are ‘unreliable’, new research has shown

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.

Three University of Reading natural hazards researchers have received awards from the Royal Meteorological Society (RMetS)

University leaders from the UK and India are meeting in Mumbai to discuss strengthening education links between the two countries

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

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

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

Moths struggling to move north to adapt to climate change in the UK could be assisted by targeted habitat restoration to give them a smoother journey

Bioactives should be included in dietary guidelines to promote health, said leading experts at a conference hosted by the University of Reading.

Reading has improved its score in the Times Higher Education Global Impact Rankings 2022, achieving top 50 rankings for 7 of the 17 global goals

A linguist at the University of Reading who has contributed research in areas of health communication, digital literacies, and language and creativity has been made a fellow of the Academy of Social Sciences.

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

Researchers at the University of Reading will benefit from a share of £14m of grant funding to improve the healthiness of UK diets.

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.

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

A new pan-European study of more than 20,000 consumers reveals that less than half of consumers have confidence in the food sector, with just a third believing that the food they eat is sustainable.

Budding citizen scientists have helped to identify the largest ever DNA catalogue of apple and pear varieties across the UK.

Would-be farmers will be able to learn new agri-technologies on a new content pack for the popular Farming Simulator 22 game released on 19 April, thanks in part to help from the University of Reading.

New research paper shows clinical sensitivity on par with lab-based testing

Helen Gordon has been appointed as President of the Council, University of Reading’s governing body.

Minority ethnic students are reporting a trend of emotional detachment from racism experienced during their university experience, new research has found.

A Creative Entrepreneur in Residence will help drive innovation in arts and humanities disciplines.

The University of Reading is celebrating the wide range of roles that help to grow world-leading scientific discovery.

The number of deaths directly linked to high temperatures in England and Wales will increase by 42% if temperatures rise by 22°C, a new study has found

New UKRI-funded research network led by University of Reading to co-create healthy, affordable foods and diets for older people

On the UN Security Council calling an Emergency Special Session of the General Assembly on Ukraine under the 'Uniting for Peace' resolution

A University of Reading researcher whose work on new forms of drug delivery using sticky and slippery materials has won a prestigious award from the Academy of Pharmaceutical Sciences.

The University of Reading has been awarded a Turing Network Development Award by the Turing Institute for the first time

The University was awarded the national honour for its work on climate change.at St James' Palace

New archaeology research suggests while the Plague devastated some parts of Europe, others were relatively unaffected

The University of Reading and leading UK universities offering Agriculture courses and research are uniting to agree joint research priorities.

New exhibition draws on reflections and lived experiences of staff and students on race, equality and inclusion

The University of Reading is backing a campaign not to use non-disclosure agreements (NDAs) to silence complainants in sexual misconduct cases.

Current and former students and staff from the University of Reading have been inspiring and entertaining the world through their contribution to the creative arts.

With the FIFA World Cup underway in Qatar, University of Reading students and staff are leading discussions about the controversial sporting event.