Reading in the news - Fri 20 Sep

The Times and the Sunday Times name Reading Sustainable University of the Year 2025 and place us in the top 25 universities in the UK. This news is reported extensively by other media. Read our news story.

#PlanetPartners: working with global partners to protect the environment 

• Business Standard features Professor Hannah Cloke (Geography and Environmental Sciences) discussing the link between severe global flooding and climate change-driven rainstorms. Republished by Klamm.de and Investment Week, Stars and Stripes, Insurance Journal, PHYS, The Eagle Online, The Mercury News, East Bay Times, The Orange County Register, Los Angles Daily Times, Daily Breeze, 5 News, Carrier Management and more.
• CW Herald features research by the University of Reading's meteorology department, indicating scepticism about weather forecasts.

Food and farming:

• Medscape UK highlights a study led by Dr Victoria Norton (Food and Nutrition), published in the British Journal of Nutrition about links of low fibre intake to dental health issues.
• North Devon Journal (in print) reports on a new study that emphasizes the need for greater public education about sustainable agriculture.
• Chromatography Online highlights a joint study on the chemicals that create the smell of cooked cheese, which is a collaboration with Synergy Flavours.
• Intelligent Living reports on the John Lewis Partnership's efforts to promote sustainable agriculture in sourcing products for its Waitrose stores, collaborating with the University of Reading.

Business and society:

• BW Techzone highlights that Stanbic Bank has invested over 10 million Pula in leadership development programs, partnering with Henley Business School and others.
• Reading Borough Council highlights a recent technology showcase aimed at helping residents stay safe at home. Henley Business School discussed the benefits of monitored devices.
• tvi24 and CNN Portugal features commentary from Dr Rita Fontinha (Henley Business School) regarding the four-day week pilot project, emphasising that testing the model in the NHS would be "very interesting," particularly in terms of employee performance. Republished by Noticias ao Minuto, SAPO 24, Diario Do Minho, Observador, Ardina News,

Other Coverage:

• Gadgets360 highlights research by Professor Mary Lewis (Archaeology), revealing that Ice Age teenagers experienced puberty at similar ages to modern teens. Republished by Yle, Kopalniawiedzy.pl, BBC World Service Radio. Bomega.pl.  Read our news story.
• Reading Chronicle highlights that a team of four students will compete in University Challenge. Republished by Reading Today. Read our news story.
• Pathways Magazine reports on the blessing ceremony at a historic burial site in Cookham. Excavations conducted by the University of Reading in August uncovered the remains of 20 individuals and several relics. Read our news story.Bottom of Form
• Virgin Radio UK features a light-hearted discussion about the emotional journey of sending a child off to university, mentioning the University of Reading.
• Virgin Radio UK features a guest sharing their positive experiences at the University of Reading, describing it as the "greenest university" in the UK.

Alumni:

• The Times (Nigeria) reports on Polaris Bank's new board appointments, highlighting one appointee who received leadership and corporate governance training from Henley Business School. Republished by The Moment Nigeria, The Octopus News, PM Parrot, Inside Business, Cable News 24, Star Connect Media, The Logos Times, Brand Spur Nigeria, and Business News Report.
• Perfumer & Flavourist features Dr Kavita Bhatnagar, a prominent flavourist with an extensive academic background, including time spent at the University of Reading.
• Page Online highlights Jamie Clarke, who pursued his passion for type design by studying at the University of Reading.
• Business First Online features Tony McAllister, a New Ards Business Advisors advisor. With an MBA from Henley Business School. Republished by BELFAST TELEGRAPH (in print).
• Khabarhub reports that 13 Nepali students have received fully-funded Master's degrees through the Chevening program, which started in Nepal in 1983. The program's first scholars included Ram Krishna Prasai at the University of Reading.
• The Times (and in print) highlights John Dodd, Director of Maritime Safety at Inmarsat, who recently completed the advanced strategic case study management and leadership apprenticeship at Henley Business School.
• The Bath Chronicle (in print) congratulates Finnola Stratton, an Avon County Rowing Club athlete and former University of Reading student, who helped secure a bronze medal for the UK at the 2024 Under-23 World Rowing Championships.