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New research shows that companies are using nature's carbon absorption as an excuse to avoid cutting fossil fuel use

Hospitals must use artificial intelligence responsibly to avoid huge carbon emissions

Thousands of people have been evacuated following floods in Malaga, Spain. 

New international guidelines will help classify substances that can improve human health through beneficial effects on gut bacteria.

There is plenty of evidence that Trump will cause major disruption in international relations.

A new report brings to light the unique and often overlooked challenges faced by families living across national borders.

TV weather presenters don't make links to climate change, and more news featuring the University.

Professor Richard Bennett has been awarded a Fellowship of the Royal Agricultural Societies (FRAgS), recognizing his significant contributions to animal health and welfare

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A new book titled, Lifespring Stories: The Many Faces of Oxford Road, captures the rich and diverse experiences of a vibrant community in Reading.

Community research project investigating how Reading resident's wellbeing is affected by sound gets national award

The show will air on BBC Two at 8.30pm on Monday 23 September

Professor Bill Collins will lead research into the ‘hydrogen budget’.

The new study analyses the reasons behind the global temperature increase in 2023.

The latest media coverage for the University, including record global temperatures and attitude to risk questionnaires

Machine learning methods of forecasting heatwaves improved prediction of air temperatures by up to 11% 

New study reveals diverse perceptions of the 'ideal' computer science student among young people.

Switching from a diet high in saturated animal fats to one rich in plant-based unsaturated fats affects the fat composition in the blood, which in turn influences long-term disease risk. 

The new climate pattern has been named the "Southern Hemisphere Circumpolar Wavenumber-4 Pattern."

Tasty alternative proteins that reduce emissions and protect nature to be developed at new Centre funded by Bezos Earth Fund. 

Use of AI in exams leads today's media coverage for the University

The Centre for Book Cultures and Publishing (CBCP) and the University of Reading are delighted to host the SHARP 2024 conference on Whiteknights campus from 1-5 July.

The number of girls in England taking a GCSE in computing has more than halved since 2015.

Professor Rhona Stainthorp awarded OBE for services to education.

Two apples a day might help to lower cholesterol. This, and more stories from the University.

King's birthday honours include emerita professor OBE.

Mega eruptions in space, and dengue in Europe - these, and more stories from the University.

League table overseen by Chinese Ministry of Education ranks our Nanjing partnership in top 20

23 Reading climate scientists have signed an open letter calling for more overt pledges on climate action

University of Reading maintains strong position in top 200 in the world.

A week-long programme of events begins today showing the excitement of English studies at UK universities.

Professor Sir Brian Hoskins has announced a new scheme to encourage collaboration on meteorology research between the UK and Japan.

Professor Mathew Owens comments on a rare geomagnetic storm heading to Earth

The University's charity and community work is highlighted, among other news stories.

Reading to receive £3.3m to support external engagement with its museums and special collections

Destroying ecosystems isn't just bad for the planet, it's bad for the economy, too. This, and more news featuring the University.

A  book edited by researchers at the University of Reading is exploring the role of women in publishing.

The latest news featuring University of Reading.

Professor Giles Harrison has teamed up with weather forecaster Peter Gibbs to launch a tracking balloon

The latest media coverage for the University

The critical role of gardeners in identifying 'future invaders' has been revealed by researchers

The ECMWF headquarters at Whiteknights will strengthen a key research partnership

The event will take place on 21 February at the Lifespring Church, Oxford Road, Reading

New fellowships and studentships are available to Early Career Researchers and prospective PhD students.

As of August 2023, the North Atlantic was about 1.4°C warmer than the 1982-2011 average.

A new exhibition will showcase the incredible finds from excavations at Silchester.

Elizabeth spent more than 30 years at Reading, in the Department of English Literature and the Early Modern Research Centre

More on local flooding, and other news featuring the University.

University of Reading climate experts react to the news.

Computer science has helped scientists better understand the link between climate change and extreme weather.