Reading in the news - Thu 5 Dec
05 December 2024
AI and weather forecasting: quotes Professor Sarah Dance (Mathematics/Meteorology) on the "fundamental shift" in weather forecasting methodology due to advancements in AI. Reported by , , and .
Food and farming:
- Sky News interviewed Professor Gunter Kuhnle (Food and Nutritional Sciences) who discussed rigorous testing of farming additives following concerns about the safety of Bovaer, a new additive added to cow feed which reduces cow methane emissions. The , , and quote Professor Gunter Kuhnle on the same topic.
Health and wellbeing:
- highlights a book by Dr Netta Weinstein (Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences) examining the benefits of solitude and its distinction from loneliness.
Business and society:
- Reported by , a study led by Professor Billy Wong (Education) highlights a lack of diversity in computer science. From our story: Computer science needs better role models
#PlanetPartners: working with global partners to protect the environment
- Reported by , research led by Dr Claire Ryder (Meteorology) highlights how dust build-up near airports impact aircraft operations.
Other coverage:
- features Jasmine Palmer’s photograph of ladybirds on camassias at the University’s Harris Garden.
- mentions that a youngster who won a Basingstoke tennis competition trains at the University.
- Reported by , Jingle All The Slay, produced by Reading-born Jamie McLeod-Ross, features Netflix actors and was filmed locally with a crew and extras from the University.
Alumni:
- reports Alfred Seema's appointment as Eskom Group Executive for Strategic Delivery. Seema holds an MBA from Henley Business School.
- highlights Samson Parsimei Lenjirr, Wildlife Manager at the City Council of Narok, Kenya, who holds a Master's degree from the University.
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