Reading in the news - Wed 22 Jan

Oats good for guts: Dr Gemma Walton (Food and Nutritional Sciences) appeared on Inside the Factory to discuss how oats can benefit gut health.

Health and wellbeing:

• mentions new research from Professor Ciara McCabe (Psychology) that suggests volunteering to help others can reduce feelings of depression.
• quoted Professor Francesco Tamagnini (Pharmacy) on the link between inflammation and the development of dementia. Republished by and .
• mentions a University that revealed playgrounds are vital for development of pupils’ physical and mental health.

Food and farming:

• quotes Amir Kassam, a visiting professor (Agriculture) on the importance of sustainable farming techniques.

Business and society:

• Professor Andrew Kakabadse (Henley Business School) discusses the history of elite closed-door meetings for
• reported that the 2025 History Symposium will feature Professor Rosa Freedman (Law) among its presenters.

#PlanetPartners: working with global partners to protect the environment 

• Dr Jonathan Dale (Geography) advocates for the restoration of salt marshes across the UK, reports.
• Dr Alex Arnall (Geography) is quoted in The Developer (in print) about coastal erosion in the UK.
• explains the climate stripes, mentioning creator Professor Ed Hawkins (Meteorology).
• reported that Reinhard Schiemann (Meteorology) co-authored a study that suggests a 2°C rise in global temperatures could increase severe heat events by up to 4°C. From our story: Heatwaves could worsen as soil moisture changes - study.
• spoke to Professor Christopher Merchant (Meteorology) discussed the environmental impact of the Trump presidency. Professor Chris Hilson (Law) discussed the impact of the US leaving the Paris Agreement for .

Other coverage:

• mentions new research from Dr Juliette Waterman (Archaeology) on the diets of medieval birds of prey. From our story: Ancient birds of prey lived off menu of medieval waste.
• publishes a feature on Shinfield Studios, built on land owned by the 桃色视频.

Alumni:

• , , , , , , and more report  Aled Williams, who has a BSc in Microbiology, has been appointed as Aravax’s Chief Business Officer.
• reported that Dimitris Liolios, who has an MBA from Henley Business School, was appointed Danica’s representative in Athens.
• reported on Peter Lovesey, an acclaimed mystery writer, who holds a degree from the University.