Reading in the news - Weds 2 November
Release Date 02 November 2016
Here’s Wednesday’s summary of media coverage for the University of Reading.
Psychology: Dr Michiko Sakaki (Psychology) spoke to BBC’s Inside Out about how the brain reacts when you are being scammed.
Flood prevention report:
- Foreign Affairs shares reaction from Prof Hannah Cloke (Geography & Environmental Science) on the House of Commons Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee report on the prevention of future floods.
- Phiala Mehring spoke to BBC Berkshire on how the report could impact the local region.
Sharia councils: Reading research on Sharia councils existing in Britain is referenced at i News. The research is also mentioned on BBC Radio 5 Live and at Middle East Eye.
Henley graduation: The first ever graduation ceremony for Henley Business School in Trinidad & Tobago is taking place, says the Trinidad & Tobago Guardian.
The MERL: Further coverage of the redevelopment of the Museum of English Rural Life appears at Museums & Heritage Advisor.
Protein supplements: Nutrition Insight covers research from Reading that suggests protein supplements could improve cardiovascular health. Read our news story.