Reading in the news - Mon 9 Sep

Record temperatures: CNN quotes Professor Richard Allan (Meteorology) who explains that the record global warmth this summer is due to the lingering effects of El Niño combined with greenhouse gas emissions from human activities. Republished by Keyt News Channel, MSN, ktvz News Channel, Aol, Yahoo! News, CNN Indonesia, UZAMI, CTV News and abc17 News

#UniForReading: our role as a civic university

• The Daily Mail ranks the University of Reading as a leading institution in sustainability, mentioning that it topped the People & Planet rankings for environmental and ethical performance.
• The Guardian highlights comments from Dr Caroline Baylon International Pro-Vice-Chancellor, on the positive impact of the new government’s tone towards international students. Republished Yahoo! News, Aol, Tribune International

#PlanetPartners: working with global partners to protect the environment

• BBC News reports that Rob Thompson (Meteorology) indicates that 2024 is on track to become the hottest year on record, surpassing even last year's record temperatures. This report was covered by BBC 2 England, BBC 2 Wales, BBC News 24, BBC World, and BBC Radio 6F.
• Huffington Post features insights from the University of Reading, explaining that a 1km summer cumulus cloud can weigh around 250 tonnes, equivalent to two blue whales.
• Mother Jones highlights the collaborative efforts behind Gaia Theory, mentioning Professor Peter Fellgett (former Professor of Cybernetics) from the University of Reading as a key early ally.

Health and wellbeing

• Dr Simon Clarke (Biological Sciences) is featured by The Telegraph (Needs access) for his advice on using Vicks First Defence to combat early cold symptoms. Republished Yahoo! Life and MSN.

Heritage and culture

• MSN continues reports on the recent excavation led by Professor Gabor Thomas from the University of Reading. Republished by Windsor Express and Maidenhead-advertiser. Read our news story.

Food and farming:

• Dr Rachel McCloy (Psychology Clinical Language Sciences ) is featured by NewsExplorer for her work on the Mimica Bump Tag, a temperature-sensitive label that reduces food waste by providing real-time information on food freshness. Heart Radio Berkshire and RDG Today also report. Read our news story.
• UKRI highlights a collaborative project on TB in cattle, with the Government of India, led by Professor Ian Jones from the University of Reading.
• Professor Gunter Kuhnle (Food and Nutritional Sciences) is featured by MailOnline, commenting on a Harvard study about ultra-processed foods. Republished by News Explorer and Ladbible.

Business and society:

• The Business Magazine reports on forming the new Reading Tech Cluster, which aims to connect the tech ecosystem and attract investment.
• Professor Rajneesh Narula Henley Business School (Director of the Dunning Africa Center) discussed the potential impact of the Dangote refinery on Nigeria's oil market in a live segment on YouTube by TRT World.
• Executive Digest reports that Henley Business School in the UK is ranked 83rd in the Financial Times' 2024 global list for the best Masters in Management.
• Thames Valley Chamber reports that the upcoming Thames Valley Assembly Parliamentary Question Time (PQT) will be hosted at the University of Reading. Pro-Vice Chancellor Robert van der Noort will welcome attendees to the event.

Other Coverage:

• Wokingham Today and Reading Today report that CLASP Wokingham members will participate in a training simulation evening with the Royal Berkshire Fire & Rescue at the University of Reading, in September.
• At an event hosted by the University of Reading, Peter Kyle MP shared his thoughts on pursuing a doctorate, stating, “The knowledge that I gained from it was fantastic, and I hope to put it to good use,” but humorously added, “I wouldn’t wish a doctorate on my worst enemy!” Featured by Research Professional News.
• The Reading Chronicle reports that Ed Fuller, a Geography student at the University of Reading, won gold and set a world record time for Paralympics GB and Dr Stuart Black (Archaeology, Geography, and Environmental Science) praised Fuller’s achievement, noting the university’s pride in his success. Read our news story.
• Heart Radio Berkshire reports on the film Aussie Voice of the Forest, produced by Leonardo DiCaprio, which includes a significant contribution from the University of Reading. Read our news story.
• Research Professional News reports that Susan Lapworth, Chief Executive of the Office for Students (OfS), spoke at the Universities UK conference hosted by the University of Reading.
• Press and Journal highlights how Gordon Noble, now a passionate archaeologist, was inspired during his third year at Aberdeen University when he witnessed an archaeology team from the University of Reading.

Alumni:

• Premium Times NG highlights Nnedinma Obioha's impressive journey in the tech sector. Nnedinma moved to the UK in 2016 to pursue a BSc in Accounting at the University of Reading, followed by an MSc in Finance from Aston Business School. Also reported by Blueprint.
• The Telegraph obituaries feature Maggy Howarth, an artist and designer known for reviving the ancient art of decorative pebble mosaics. Republished by Yahoo! life, AOL, and The Times (online).
• Rotary highlights Lis Bernhardt, a Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar for 2000-01 and a Henley Business School MBA graduate.
• Global Atlanta highlights Ambassador Kanyama, a Zambian business leader and writer who holds an MSc in Development Finance from the University of Reading.
• Bucks Free Press reports on the passing of the former CEO of British Waterways, who graduated from the University of Reading in 1975 with a degree in estate management.
• Germanic highlights Jamie Bynoe-Gittens had joined Manchester City's academy in 2018. Despite not breaking into the first team, he moved to Borussia Dortmund and recently made his debut for the senior national team in Germany.
• Noble and The Island reflects on Dr Rex Clements, who pursued his PhD in Agronomy and Crop Science, focusing on Crop Physiology, at the University of Reading in 1970.