News for the year 2016
December
- The future of our Christmas plants and the best way to watch a meteor shower: Reading in the news Weds 14 Dec
- Best 2016 research and looking beyond Brexit: Reading in the news – Mon 19 Dec
- Sugar tax could bring health benefits, but won't defuse 'obesity time bomb'
- Reading's Meteorology building gets a weather vane at last – but can you understand its coded message?
- Sugar tax, proton cancer therapy and weather vanes: Reading in the news - 16 Dec
- Research shows that bees are essential to the spirit of Christmas
- Nests near bird feeders are five times more likely to be predated, research shows
- Why we sigh, why we give chocolate at Christmas and why we shouldn't feed birds in spring: Reading in the news Tues 20 Dec
- 12 research stories in 2016 you might have missed
- 2016: a year to celebrate
- Best of 2016: Reading academics listed among best history and politics books
- Best of 2016: The year's stories with the biggest impact
- Historic financial advice for women and should asthma sufferers be eating processed meat?: Reading in the news Thurs 22 Dec
- Best of 2016: Reading celebrated in academic awards
- Holly, mistletoe and a white Christmas: Reading in the news Weds 21 Dec
- Climate graphics of the year, becoming a cyborg, and icecream for breakfast? Reading in the news - 15 Dec
- Dinosaur research among the most influential of 2016
- Reading wins lead role in £340m EU food innovation project
- Building to begin at specialist cancer therapy centre at Thames Valley Science Park
- New research on teenage depression treatment shows one size doesn't fit all
- New research on teenage depression treatment shows one size doesn't fit all
- Scientists launch new project to help Arctic communities better predict changing climate
- Testing flavour and bubbly benefits: Reading in the news – Fri 2 Dec
- School standards, mental health and pollution: Reading in the news - Thurs 1 Dec
- Child birth, child care and free range eggs: Reading in the news – Weds 7 Dec
- University of Reading inaugurates new Chancellor
- Can disco lights prevent dementia? - Reading in the news Fri Dec 9
- Robotic farming, healthier cities, and weird weather - Reading in the news Mon 12 Dec
- Christmas trees under threat and expert commentary on the Italian banking crisis: Reading in the news Tues 13 Dec
- University of Reading publishes its 2015/2016 financial statements
November
- Why this satellite image could change the way we build cities
- New dictionary entries, humanities festivals and Trump appointments: Reading in the news – Thurs 17 Nov
- Brexit, salmonella and a new Trump appointment? Reading in the news – Fri 18 Nov
- Vice-Chancellor writes to RUSU on the NSS and TEF
- Vice-Chancellor writes to RUSU on the NSS and TEF
- Hear the bloody story of the Baltic Crusades on BBC Radio 4
- Neuroscience, pharmacies and the future of the English language: Reading in the news – Mon 21 Nov
- Fossil fuels, air quality and innovation: Reading in the news – Tues 22 Nov
- University of Reading experts explore the future of food at Food Matters Live 2016
- Saving bees 'secures food and jobs', say authors of UN report
- Bacterial evolution, ancestry and birds: Reading in the news - Weds 23 Nov
- Antarctic explorers help make discovery - 100 years after their epic adventures
- Antarctic sea ice, Baltic crusades and Black Friday: Reading in the news – Thurs 24 Nov
- Black Friday, protecting pollinators and Professor Green: Reading in the news – Fri 25 Nov
- Language trends, climate change laws and education: Reading in the news – Mon 28 Nov
- Random discovery improves climate simulations
- Being Human Festival explores hopes and fears in Reading
- Reading's Teacher Training Partnership 'good' with 'outstanding elements', says Ofsted
- The world needs bees, and some revealing satellite images: Reading in the news - Tues 29 Nov
- Biscuits, bonds and bribery: Reading in the news – Weds 30 Nov
- Expert comment: Why words like 'post-truth' and 'Brexiteer' are now in the Dictionary
- Training boost for Reading students thanks to research funding
- Scientists design new material that could both capture CO2 emissions AND turn them back into fuel
- Reading in the news - Monday 7 November
- Reading in the news - Tues 1 November
- Reading in the news - Weds 2 November
- Engaging research puts Reading at heart of COP 22 climate talks
- Research shows effects of climate change on plant life could be seen within 35 years
- Reading in the news - Thurs 3 November
- Reading in the news - Fri 4 November
- Open letter from Deans for Diversity and Inclusion
- Global temperatures, Henry I and digital transformation: Reading in the news – Weds 16 Nov
- The Guardian: Henry I leads the charge to crown Reading as a cultural hotspot
- Reading in the news - Tuesday 8 November
- Statement on RUSU's University Challenge boycott
- Reading in the news - Thursday 10 November
- Reading research encourages innovative education techniques for disadvantaged children
- Climate study explores link between Arctic warming and extreme weather
- Historians provide expertise for BBC Henry I documentary
- Islamic finance, climate change and the supermoon: Reading in the news – Tues 15 Nov
- Literature professor chairs Jewish book prize
October
- Student campaign led to building being renamed after historic female professor
- Archaeologists uncover massive iron age mound - 2500 year old Yorkshire mound is first discovered in UK
- Reading in the News - Monday 3 October
- Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to move key services to Whiteknights campus
- Chance to quiz the cast as Black Film Festival returns
- Reading in the News - Tues 4 October
- Reading in the news - Mon 17 Oct
- Reading in the news - Weds 19 October
- Virtual reality experience allows you to walk around and even SMELL this Roman town
- Reading in the news - Thurs 20 October
- Minister visits University to see inclusive design project
- Reading in the news - Fri 21 Oct
- Reading in the news - Mon 24 Oct
- Flawed analysis casts doubt on years of evolutionary research
- Reading in the news - Tues 25 Oct
- Heathrow third runway decision welcomed by University of Reading Vice Chancellor
- University condemns poor behaviour
- Reading in the media - Weds 26 Oct
- Protein supplement may cut risk of heart disease and stroke
- Reading in the news - Fri 28 Oct
- Reading in the news - Mon 31 October
- Reading Prison art exhibition extended due to popular demand
- Expert comment: Court of Appeal makes 'joint enterprise' ruling
- NHS drive to reduce £300m medicine wastage backed by patients
- Reading in the news - Tues 18 Oct
- Reading in the news - Thurs 27 Oct
- Thames Valley residents to get early access to new medical treatments with clinical trials unit
- Reading in the news - Monday 10 Oct
- Reading retains strong postgraduate satisfaction rating, with business courses among highlights
- Reading in the News - Weds 5 Oct
- Unique prison lectures reveal Oscar Wilde's memories of children put behind bars
- Safety fears on UK roads mean older cyclists are missing out on health benefits
- Expert comment: Columbia's President receives Nobel Peace prize
- Reading in the news - Fri 7 Oct
- University awarded for tackling science gender gap – and other subjects are next
- Reading in the news - Thurs 6 Oct
- This new website reveals if your ancestor was a medieval soldier
- Study shows fracking could threaten Britain's richest wildlife habitats
- Reading in the news - Weds 12 Oct
- Thames Valley Science Park receives Government funding guarantee
- Reading in the news - Thurs 13 Oct
- When is the best time to see the Supermoon?
- Reading in the news - Fri 14 Oct
- Reading in the news: Tues 11 Oct
September
- Record student intake bucks national trend
- Reading in the news - Thurs 15 September
- Reading in the news - Weds 14 September
- Hot weather: UK basks in sun as globe continues to get hotter
- GPs feel ill-equipped to support childhood mental health concerns
- Reading in the news - Tues 13 September
- Reading in the news - Mon 12 September
- Hot September weather: Expert commentary from the University of Reading
- Blue berets need better training to save lives, UN told
- BIT President Hu Haiyan awarded honorary degree
- Largest UK-Chinese academy agreement signed: Reading-Nanjing partnership extended to offer UK degree places to Chinese students
- Reading in the news - Fri 9 September
- Reading in the news - Thurs 8 September
- Reading in the news - Mon 19 September
- Major Henley Business School donor recognised
- Reading in the news - Weds 21 September
- University of Reading in top 200 universities worldwide
- Reading in the news - Thurs 22 September
- Reading joins Jo Johnson China trip to cement College partnership
- Reading in the news - Fri 23 September
- University Museums play key role in nation's cultural life, says Culture Minister
- Karen Blackett OBE awarded honorary degree at Reading
- Reading in the news - Mon 26 September
- Reading rises in The Times and Sunday Times league table
- Reading in the news - Tues 27 September
- Reading in the news - Weds 28 September
- Reading in the news - Thurs 29 September
- Reading in the news - Fri 30 September
- Reading in the news - Weds 7 September
- Reading academic among most influential living philosophers
- Reading in the news - Tues 20 September
- University Of Reading 175th in World in QS World University rankings
- New pathway for international art and design students launched with Cambridge Education Group
- Reading in the news - Fri 2 September
- Reading in the news - Mon 5 September
- North Pole shipping could become year-long reality by end of century
August
- Reading in the news - Fri 12 August
- Reading in the news - Thurs 11 August
- 'Spanish plume' headed to the UK, but not for long – expert comment from Reading meteorologist
- Reading in the news - Weds 10 August
- Reading in the news - Tues 9 July
- Reading in the news - Mon 8 August
- 9 out of 10 students would recommend University of Reading to others
- Reading in the news - Mon 15 August
- Reading in the news - Fri 5 August
- Reading students target Olympic glory in Rio
- Reading in the news - Thurs 4 August
- Substantial Arts Council award will help 'town & country' museums work together
- Reading in the news - Weds 3 August
- New partnership offers pathway to degrees for international students
- Statement on 2016/17 applications
- Reading in the news - Weds 17 August
- Reading's School of Architecture awarded industry-recognised status
- Reading in the news - Tues 16 August
- Mystery of 'eclipse wind' solved after 300 years
- Reading in the news - Thurs 18 August
- Vice-Chancellor congratulates students on their A-level results
- UN acknowledges Haitian cholera responsibility - expert comment from Reading law academic
- Reading in the news - Fri 19 August
- Reading in the News - Weds 31 August
- Reading in the news - Tues 30 August
- Reading in the news - Weds 24 August
- Reading in the News - Tues 23 August
- Lab on a Stick brings miniaturised clinical testing for fast detection of antibiotic resistance
- Reading in the news - Mon 22 August
- Reading in the news - Mon 1 August
- Heart attack research receives funding boost
July
- Animal research helps scientists find new treatments for people
- Reading in the news - Thurs 21 July
- Safeguarding heritage: Dame Helen Ghosh awarded honorary degree
- Educating for the future: Professor Sir David Eastwood awarded honorary degree
- Museum of English Rural Life undergoes £3m redevelopment
- UoR media coverage - Tues 5 July
- UoR media coverage - Mon 4 July
- EU referendum: Open letter to alumni from the Vice-Chancellor Sir David Bell
- Eclipse scientist wins physics medal for 'outstanding' contribution
- UoR media coverage - Fri 1 July
- Great art coming for everyone in Reading
- Green campus gets sixth straight nod
- Reading in the news - Thursday 7 July
- Reading in the news - Fri 22 July
- Reading in the news - Weds 20 July
- Historical records miss a fifth of global warming
- Reading in the news - Tues 26 July
- Reading in the news - Weds 27 July
- Increased incidences of terrorism in France and Germany: Expert comment from Prof Beatrice Heuser
- Reading in the news - Thurs 28 July
- Reading in the news - Fri 29 July
- NME goes back to University for Reading Festival
- Reading in the news - Weds 6 July
- Reading in the news - Mon 25 July
- Investing in Education: Mary Riall awarded honorary degree
- Reading in the news - Tues 12 July
- Looking to the skies: Laura Tobin awarded Alumnus of the Year
- Vanity and the Republican National Convention: Expert comment from Dr Mark Shanahan
- Hot enough to fry an egg? Weather experts comment on heatwave
- Reading in the news - Tues 19 July
- Brexit and Article 50 in the High Court: expert comment from Dr Ruvi Ziegler
- Reading in the news - Mon 18 July
- Reading in the news - Fri 15 July
- Reading in the news - Thurs 14 July
- Philosopher and psychologist made Fellows of British Academy
- Building work begins on Thames Valley Science Park
- Reading in the news - Weds 13 July
- '2026: TRANSFORM' programme to create “world-class” University facilities
- Thousands graduate from Reading with a brighter future
- 'Be Red', Reading tells its students of tomorrow
- Reading in the news - Mon 11 July
- Health innovation: Dr Geoffrey Guy awarded honorary degree
- Reading in the news - Friday 8 July
- Redesigning architecture: John Worthington awarded honorary degree
- Pioneering leadership: Rt Revd Rachel Treweek awarded honorary degree
- Helping to imagine a better future: University honours benefactors
June
- Glastonbury myth meets reality in new digital reconstruction
- University chef wins British BBQ Battle final
- Professor Steven Pinker awarded fellowship of the University of Reading
- Queen to recognise past and present University staff in birthday honours
- Bacteria in soil affect farming and global climate
- Colombia FARC peace talks: expert comment from Dr Tom Long
- What Brexit means for the world: Reading experts comment
- EU referendum result: Open letter from the Vice-Chancellor Sir David Bell
- Planning applications submitted for St Patrick's Hall
- Iraq's heritage sites win new advocate against Daesh destruction
- Cole Museum of Zoology awarded Accredited Museum status by Arts Council England
- University launches first national fundraising campaign
- Silchester excavation project shortlisted for 2016 British Archaeological Awards
- UoR media coverage - Mon 27 June
- Thames Valley Science Park future plans go on display
- UoR media coverage - Tues 28 Jun
- UoR media coverage - Weds 29 June
- UoR media coverage - Thurs 30 June
- Reading Prison: work starts on vision for heritage quarter
- Reading in the news
May
- Izzard to face Tory MEP at Reading referendum debate
- University of Reading hosts Davis Cup Trophy Tour
- University of Reading new home for European earth monitoring services
- Subjects make gains in Guardian University Guide 2017
- Eddie Izzard and Daniel Hannan debate Brexit at University of Reading
- Helping wildlife among key motivations for citizen scientists
- Scientists helping countries prepare better for flood disasters
- University of Reading professor recognised by Royal Society of Chemistry
- Eddie Izzard confirmed for University of Reading EU referendum event
- University of Reading appoints contractor for library refurbishment
- Reading chemist wins prestigious Royal Society of Chemistry award
- Ground breaking online course on understanding anxiety and depression launched
- Marking Reading's role in the Irish Rising, 100 years on
- University of Reading marks global LGBT+ day
April
- Dinosaurs already in decline before asteroid apocalypse
- University of Reading graduate enjoys success at Olivier Awards
- Meaning of brain scans for 'pain' called into question
- Reading strengthens position in university league table
- Three Schools at University of Reading receive Athena SWAN awards
- Statement: University's response to 'Vote of No Confidence' result
- University unveils new plan for fossil fuel investments
- Chemists unveil plastic that 'heals itself' at body temperature
- Reading climate scientist elected Fellow of Royal Society
March
- Update: Professional and Administrative Services (PAS) review
- Memoirs of UK's first female professor to be published
- University of Reading selects new Chancellor
- Pledges to cut greenhouse gas emissions 'not enough to avoid damaging impacts'
- Flooding researcher shortlisted for Guardian University Awards
- Reading bolsters academic reputation in latest league table
- Archaeologists uncover finest Stone Age arrowhead in Britain
- Urban experts ask residents to 'Step into Reading 2050'
- Scientists aiming to save iconic British oak from killer disease
- Budget comment: Soft drinks levy 'based on weak evidence'
- University of Reading marks its 90th anniversary
- Three honorary degrees mark Reading's 90th anniversary
- Reading joins UK top 20 in student experience survey
- Review outlines issues facing soil scientists
February
- University of Reading academic helps change the law on murder
- University of Reading professor is first woman to win Archaeologist of the Year
- University of Reading Malaysia: a building for the future
- University of Reading awards first honorary degrees in Malaysia
- University of Reading Malaysia officially opens new EduCity@Iskandar campus
- RUSU report on affordable student accommodation
- UK could learn lessons from Africa in dealing with death
- Climate change will delay transatlantic flights
- Climate change will delay transatlantic flights
- Key committees to have 30% women members by 2020
- Key committees to have 30% women members by 2020
- What a textbook tells us about life in ancient Rome
- University sees second highest-ever annual undergraduate applications
- University sees second highest-ever annual undergraduate applications
January
- University Library gets green light for £40 million redevelopment
- Comment: ISIL jihadi 'speaks more Standard British English than Jihadi John'
- Removing doubts about drought: science team refines understanding of Sahel's rains
- Institute for Environmental Analytics officially launched with three new industry partners
- Air pollution plays bigger role in global rainfall changes
- £36 million funding for Thames Valley Science Park first phase gets green light