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Racers, rockers and reporters share the climate stripes

Show Your Stripes Day took place on Saturday, 21 June.  
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In the Community

Pain puzzles: From lab to gallery

Pain event gives local community a window into the science and art of pain.
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In the Community

National Meadows Day celebrations in Shinfield

The free event is taking place on Saturday 5 July
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Community invited to share memories for Uni’s 100 years

Submissions will be accepted until 5 October 2025
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Reading in top 200 of QS World University Rankings 2026

The ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ is ranked at 194 in the QS World University Rankings 2026.
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Top 50 for Reading in THE Global Impact Rankings 2025

The rankings highlight the contribution of universities worldwide in supporting the United Nations’ 17 sustainable development goals
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University seeks new members for community steering group

Expressions of interest close on Friday 27 June
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Climate education champion awarded OBE

Meteorologist Professor Andrew Charlton-Perez has been appointed OBE
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Research and innovation director honoured with MBE

Dr Karen Henderson receives MBE in King's Birthday Honours
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Reading Chancellor presents play report to House of Lords

Research-backed recommendations to transform children's play opportunities across England.

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In the Community

Community picnic at Swallows Meadow

The event is on Sunday 29 June, 2-5pm
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New University spin-out to tackle antimicrobial resistance

Astratus Limited is addressing the £3.6 billion global antibiotic susceptibility testing market.

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Our Staff

Business and energy expertise shared at African summits

Academics at the ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ in the UK and Africa are contributing their voices to this year’s G20 summit
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In the Community

Refugee Week 2025: all welcome to University events

Events organised by staff and students will take place across this week and next
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Subject scores rise in Complete University Guide 2026

Seven subjects across arts and sciences are in the national top 10
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Built Environment students win big at regional awards

The regional winners will go forward to a 'Best of the Best' Dinner
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In the Community

University researcher becomes Mayor of Reading

Dr Alice Mpofu-Coles vows to continue to tackle inequalities in the community after being made Mayor of Reading
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Our Students

PhD student awarded rain research award

Fatima Pillosu has received the Royal Meteorological Society’s 2024 Hugh Robert Mill Award for Precipitation Research
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In the News

Family adventure trail to raise funds for children’s charity

The Rainbow Adventure Trail will be on Whiteknights campus on Sunday 29 June
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Urban meteorologist elected Fellow of the Royal Society

Professor Sue Grimmond has been made a Fellow of the Royal Society
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Our Staff

Space scientist joins mountain rescue team

Harriet Turner has been training with the North Dartmoor Search and Rescue Team (NDSART).
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University News

University recognised for work on student mental health

Reading is one of only 17 UK universities to receive a University Mental Health Charter Award
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In the Community

Community festival and forum events return in May

The full programme for the Community Festival on Sat 17 May has now been announced
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Our Students

Best year yet for rowers at Europe’s top student event

An impressive 18 medals (nine gold, five silver, four bronze) were secured by Reading’s scullers
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In the Community

Volunteers celebrated at University annual awards

The Celebration of Volunteering Awards recognises staff, students, alumni and community supporters who go above and beyond to help others
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In the Community

Reading scientists bring their research to the community

The events are running between 19-21 May at Park House
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Our Students

Men's mental health in focus at student film festival

Men in Mind takes place at Minghella Studios on Wednesday, 23 April
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Our Campus

MERL cafe is in Guardian top 50

The Museum of English Rural Life is proud to announce that it has one of the top 50 museum cafes in the UK. 
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Our Students

International students praise Reading’s green values

Reading ranks top in UK for eco-friendly attitude in latest survey of international students

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Our Staff

Back British film now, says report created with expert’s aid

Dr Dominic Lees provided a committee with insights into the issues surrounding the film industry
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Evolutionary secrets of flowering plants earn top prize

Dr Jamie Thompson has been named the recipient of the Irene Manton Prize by the Linnean Society of London.
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Minister is Climate Ambassador number 1,000

The Minister for Early Years, Stephen Morgan MP, has become the UK’s 1,000th Climate Ambassador
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Heart attack and stroke research wins academy funding

Early-career researcher, Dr Alex Bye, has won a £125,000 grant from the Academy of Medical Sciences.
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Medical spin-out to revolutionise cardiovascular testing

The ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ launches HaemAnalytica, a pioneering medical technology spin-out company set to transform the prevention and treatment of cardiovascular disease.
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In the Community

Applications open for University Charity of the Year

Applications will close at 11pm on 21 May
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Family-friendly festival to be hosted on University campus

The Community Festival is taking place on Saturday 17 May
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Gender pay gap reduces, as targeted action planned

Professor Elizabeth McCrum, UEB Champion for Sex Equality, outlines ongoing work to help address our gender pay gap as we publish our 2024 figure

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In the Community

Community Iftar brings people together

The theme of the Iftar was Voices in Unity
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Initiative launches to boost AI innovation in Thames Valley

Collaboration between the University and industry partners aims to establish the region as a leader in artificial intelligence.
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Our Staff

Government trade and youth roles for Reading Chancellor

The ceremonial head of the ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ, Paul Lindley, has been appointed to two UK Government advisory roles on trade and youth policy.

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In the Community

Residents invited to plant trees in Swallows Meadow

The event is taking place on Saturday 29 March, 10am-12pm
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Reading joins national campaign to showcase economic value

The #UnisStartUptheUK initiative showcases the vital role that universities play in driving economic growth through spin-outs and start-ups.

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Climate expertise helps shape new school curriculum

Reading education experts have contributed to the review of English school curriculum
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New prize to commemorate distinguished Professor

The University has established The Tyler Prize, a new research award made possible through a bequest from Professor Cyril Tyler.
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In the Community

Student filmmakers focus on community groups

Talented filmmakers put the spotlight on local business and community groups at the ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ's Spring Showcase.
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BBC Question Time returns to Great Hall

The episode marks the second time the show has been hosted from the Great Hall
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Our Staff

Women in science: international prize for Reading professor

Nutrition expert Julie Lovegrove recognised for health and medical sciences research
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In the News

Agriculture number 1 in UK: QS subject rankings

Five subject areas are ranked in the global top 100
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University News

Consultation begins on new garden village for Wokingham

The University and its partners are unveiling further details on the proposed plans for Loddon Garden Village
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ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ Roman town with Reading archaeologist’s guided tour

Professor Michael Fulford, Director of the Silchester Town Life Project, will provide a window into the origins of the town
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In the Community

Spring events on campus open to all

Events include public lectures for all ages, film screenings and community celebrations
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Our Students

Reading’s scullers secure second at UK rowing competition

Students competed in the British Universities and Colleges Sport Head of the River competition in Newcastle between 22 and 23 February.  
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Our Campus

Plans submitted to upgrade iconic campus building

Proposed refurbishment would provide staff and students with a modern and accessible teaching and learning hub
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Reading in top 150 of THE World Reputation Rankings

The ÌÒÉ«ÊÓÆµ has been ranked 101-150 in the Times Higher Education World Reputation Rankings 2025
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Reading graduate gives Wolfenden Lecture

Matthew Toresen studied at Reading in the 1980s before embarking on a life of social activism
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Our Staff

Scottish pop documentary features Reading professor

A screening of the film will take place on campus on Thursday 6 March
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Our Staff

Obituary: Emeritus Professor Keith Watson

Education academic Professor Watson served the University for more than 40 years, and left a lasting impression on his students
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In the Community

University volunteer awards open for nominations

Nominations for the Celebration of Volunteering Awards close on 28 Feb
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Teaching and Learning

Reading to invest £34m in green leader scholarships

The Global Sustainability Leaders Scholarship will provide funding to high-achieving students who demonstrate commitment to addressing environmental challenges.
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Psychology, education and social sciences up in rankings

The Times Higher Education World University Rankings by Subject have been published today
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New £7m community facility opens near Shinfield

The High Copse pavilion was provided by the University as part of housing development in the area
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Our Campus

Weather centre construction to begin on University campus

Contractor appointed by Government for new ECMWF headquarters, with work due to start within weeks

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Air quality experiments teach school pupils about pollution

The pupils learnt how everyday activities can impact indoor air quality
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International

Climate stripes show how 2024 reached 1.5°C warming

The record temperature data from 2024 has been incorporated into the global climate stripes graphic
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Vice-Chancellor to lead new Oxfordshire flooding group

Professor Robert Van de Noort is chair of the new Oxfordshire Strategic Flood Risk Group
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