Reading in the news - Mon 9 Sep
09 September 2024

Record temperatures: quotes Professor Richard Allan (Meteorology) who explains that the record global warmth this summer is due to the lingering effects of El Niño combined with greenhouse gas emissions from human activities. Republished by , , , , , , , and
#UniForReading: our role as a civic university
- The ranks the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé as a leading institution in sustainability, mentioning that it topped the People & Planet rankings for environmental and ethical performance.
- highlights comments from Dr Caroline Baylon International Pro-Vice-Chancellor, on the positive impact of the new government’s tone towards international students. Republished , ,
#PlanetPartners: working with global partners to protect the environment
- BBC News reports that Rob Thompson (Meteorology) indicates that 2024 is on track to become the hottest year on record, surpassing even last year's record temperatures. This report was covered by BBC 2 England, BBC 2 Wales, BBC News 24, BBC World, and BBC Radio 6F.
- features insights from the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé, explaining that a 1km summer cumulus cloud can weigh around 250 tonnes, equivalent to two blue whales.
- highlights the collaborative efforts behind Gaia Theory, mentioning Professor Peter Fellgett (former Professor of Cybernetics) from the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé as a key early ally.
Health and wellbeing
- Dr Simon Clarke (Biological Sciences) is featured by The Telegraph (Needs access) for his advice on using Vicks First Defence to combat early cold symptoms. Republished and .
Heritage and culture
- MSN continues reports on the recent excavation led by Professor Gabor Thomas from the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé. Republished by and . Read our news story.
Food and farming:
- Dr Rachel McCloy (Psychology Clinical Language Sciences ) is featured by for her work on the Mimica Bump Tag, a temperature-sensitive label that reduces food waste by providing real-time information on food freshness. Heart Radio Berkshire and also report. Read our news story.
- highlights a collaborative project on TB in cattle, with the Government of India, led by Professor Ian Jones from the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé.
- Professor Gunter Kuhnle (Food and Nutritional Sciences) is featured by , commenting on a Harvard study about ultra-processed foods. Republished by and .
Business and society:
- reports on forming the new Reading Tech Cluster, which aims to connect the tech ecosystem and attract investment.
- Professor Rajneesh Narula Henley Business School (Director of the Dunning Africa Center) discussed the potential impact of the Dangote refinery on Nigeria's oil market in a live segment on by TRT World.
- reports that Henley Business School in the UK is ranked 83rd in the Financial Times' 2024 global list for the best Masters in Management.
- reports that the upcoming Thames Valley Assembly Parliamentary Question Time (PQT) will be hosted at the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé. Pro-Vice Chancellor Robert van der Noort will welcome attendees to the event.
Other Coverage:
- and report that CLASP Wokingham members will participate in a training simulation evening with the Royal Berkshire Fire & Rescue at the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé, in September.
- At an event hosted by the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé, Peter Kyle MP shared his thoughts on pursuing a doctorate, stating, “The knowledge that I gained from it was fantastic, and I hope to put it to good use,” but humorously added, “I wouldn’t wish a doctorate on my worst enemy!” Featured by .
- The reports that Ed Fuller, a Geography student at the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé, won gold and set a world record time for Paralympics GB and Dr Stuart Black (Archaeology, Geography, and Environmental Science) praised Fuller’s achievement, noting the university’s pride in his success. Read our news story.
- Heart Radio Berkshire reports on the film Aussie Voice of the Forest, produced by Leonardo DiCaprio, which includes a significant contribution from the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé. Read our news story.
- reports that Susan Lapworth, Chief Executive of the Office for Students (OfS), spoke at the Universities UK conference hosted by the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé.
- highlights how Gordon Noble, now a passionate archaeologist, was inspired during his third year at Aberdeen University when he witnessed an archaeology team from the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé.
Alumni:
- highlights Nnedinma Obioha's impressive journey in the tech sector. Nnedinma moved to the UK in 2016 to pursue a BSc in Accounting at the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé, followed by an MSc in Finance from Aston Business School. Also reported by .
- obituaries feature Maggy Howarth, an artist and designer known for reviving the ancient art of decorative pebble mosaics. Republished by , , and The Times (online).
- highlights Lis Bernhardt, a Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar for 2000-01 and a Henley Business School MBA graduate.
- highlights Ambassador Kanyama, a Zambian business leader and writer who holds an MSc in Development Finance from the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé.
- reports on the passing of the former CEO of British Waterways, who graduated from the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé in 1975 with a degree in estate management.
- highlights Jamie Bynoe-Gittens had joined Manchester City's academy in 2018. Despite not breaking into the first team, he moved to Borussia Dortmund and recently made his debut for the senior national team in Germany.
- and reflects on Dr Rex Clements, who pursued his PhD in Agronomy and Crop Science, focusing on Crop Physiology, at the Å·ÃÀ¾ÞÈé in 1970.