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Global cooperation on climate and water issues starts with shared science
We welcomed Tajikistanโs Foreign Minister to Reading to discuss glacier change, water research and higher education partnerships.
Proudly building partnerships that strengthen resilience worldwide.
๐ https://rdg.ac/4sf76kA
2026 Centenary Community Festival at University of Reading with people enjoying outdoor activities and a red and white striped tent.
Book now for the University of Reading's FREE Centenary Community Festival 2026!
Join us for a two-day extravaganza this May to celebrate 100 years of UoR, featuring research talks, live music and the return of our historic RAG Parade.
Visit rdg.ac/centenaryfestival to register now.
#UoR100
University of Reading celebrates Women's History Month 2026 with historic women figures against a dark blue background.
Celebrate Women's History Month at the University of Reading.
Join us for a packed programme of events for staff, students and our community, celebrating the women who helped shape UoR over our 100 year history, and looking ahead to the women of our future.
Learn more https://rdg.ac/4u8x8YM
Prepare for a hot (and moist) summer of cricket
With the #T20 World Cup underway and the #IPL starting soon, new University of Reading research shows how Indiaโs monsoon drives dangerous moist heatwaves, and how they can be forecast weeks ahead.
Science that protects lives ๐ https://rdg.ac/4b51unk
ยฃ80,000 BFI Screen Heritage funding has been awarded to The Museum of English Rural Life to digitise a collection of historic agricultural films, making them accessible to a wide range of audiences.
Read more: https://rdg.ac/4tPqZ3v
University of Reading celebrates 100 years with a Ramadan Kareem greeting and crescent moon mosque illustration.
Ramadan Mubarak to all of our students, staff, alumni, and members of the global University community observing this month!
We wish you peace, reflection, and a meaningful Ramadan.
#RamadanMubarak #UniversityofReading #ReadingUniversity
Wishing everyone in our community a prosperous and joyful Year of the Horse. ๐
As friends and colleagues enjoy Chinese and Lunar New Year celebrations around the world, we are delighted to host a Year of the Horse Celebration on our Whiteknights campus this afternoon.
More: https://rdg.ac/4aG0Lru?
Reading Climate Festival 2026 invites partners and event proposals with a deadline of 27 March 2026.
Weโre joining the call for local venues, partners and event proposals for this yearโs Reading Climate Festival between 6-20 June 2026.
Want to propose an event or get involved?
Learn more: https://rdg.ac/3ZvWQIF
#ReadingClimateFestival #ShowYourStripes
Black and white portrait of an John Percival wearing academic robes and a polka dot tie against a dark background.
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John Percival helped establish agricultural botany at Reading and his 1921 study of wheat became a cornerstone of crop science.
As food security and climate resilience dominate global debate, his work still underpins research today.
#UoR100
New centenary theatre commission announced
๐ข Sparks, Parks, Halls & Balls
๐๏ธ 23 & 24 May
๐ Whiteknights campus
Join us for an immersive journey across campus, and experience the stories, memories and moments from 100 years of the University.
On sale: Fri 13 Feb ๐ https://rdg.ac/3MsQSFk
#UoR100
Portrait of Prof Robert Van de Noort, Vice Chancellor of University of Reading, alongside a campus sign and a message about climate change and sustainability efforts.
Climate change is not a distant threat. It is already shaping life in Berkshire and beyond.
In his latest column in Reading Today, Professor Robert Van de Noort, reflects on the extreme weather we are experiencing locally and why the work of the IPCC matters to communities like ours.
#UoR100
Double-decker bus with blue and red striped design, that demonstrates average temperature change across more than 100 years, parked on wet pavement under overcast sky.
Sustainable transport ๐ค Climate communication
As Reading continued to experience the longest unbroken spell of rainfall ever recorded in the town, it was fitting that Reading Buses were launching a new fleet of electric buses, including this beauty featuring the #ClimateStripes โฅ๏ธ
#ShowYourStripes
Rain has now fallen in Reading for 25 consecutive days - the longest spell of rainfall ever recorded at our Atmospheric Observatory.
Dr Stephen Burt, said: โWith further rainfall expected, the spell of consecutive days of rain may stretch to an entire month.โ
Read more: https://rdg.ac/4agN55U
We are proud to host An Evening with The Rt Revd Rachel Treweek. A special in-conversation lecture exploring faith, leadership, and justice in the modern world.
๐๏ธ Tuesday 24 February
๐ Van Emden Lecture Theatre
An early highlight of the centenary events programme.
Book now: https://rdg.ac/49yIIEl
Ahead of two expert workshops for the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) on the University's Whiteknights campus this February, we are excited to announce a FREE in-person and online public lecture, featuring IPCC Chair, Professor Sir Jim Skea.
Register now ๐ https://rdg.ac/4alN8hX
Colorful rainbow ribbon with progress pride colors flowing against a dark background for LGBT+ History Month 2026 by University of Reading.
This February, the University is proud to celebrate LGBT+ History Month, recognising the contributions, stories and achievements of LGBTQIA+ people throughout our history
Events are now available for students, staff and the local community, so get involved.
๐ https://rdg.ac/4hISip5
#UniForReading
Six professionals standing in a formal office setting with two Indian flags and framed portraits behind them.
A University of Reading delegation, led by Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Professor Parveen Yaqoob OBE had the privilege to meet with the Principal Scientific Advisor to the Government of India, Professor Ajay Kumar Sood this week, as part of a visit to the region to celebrate our Centenary.
#UoR100
University of Reading campus with modern buildings under a partly cloudy sky, highlighting major IPCC climate workshops hosted there.
Reading to host major IPCC expert workshops shaping the future of climate science
We are delighted that the IPCC will bring two major international workshops to University of Reading in collaboration with the UK Government and Met Office - weather and climate next month.
๐ https://rdg.ac/3ZaWg2K
We are immensely proud that Professor David Lane, Professor Jennifer Scott & Professor Paul Glaister have been elected as inaugural Fellows of the Academy for the Mathematical Sciences, a new national body bringing together the UKโs strongest mathematical minds.
Full story: https://rdg.ac/4rd6UC6
University of Reading campus building in winter with announcement of 76th place in QS Europe University Rankings 2026.
The QS Europe University Ranking 2026 is out, cementing our place among Europeโs leading institutions.
This ranking shows real momentum, rising to 17th for Sustainability, alongside growth in areas that underline the quality and global impact of our research.
Full story: https://rdg.ac/45zzQfh
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Severe vitamin D
deficiency linked
to increased risk
of bronchitis and pneumonia
Researchers have found that individuals with severe vitamin D deficiency were 33% more likely to be admitted to hospital with respiratory tract infections than those with sufficient levels.
๐ https://rdg.ac/3Nu90yR
University of Reading ranked 87th globally for Business and Economics in 2026 subject rankings.
Congratulations to everyone who has contributed to UoR performing strongly in the THE World University Rankings by Subject 2026.
Top rankings:
๐ช Business & Economics: 87th
๐ช Educations Studies: 101-125
๐ช Arts & Humanities: 101-125
๐ช Physical Sciences: 101-125
Read more: https://rdg.ac/49LIgBf
A new theatre production, created in partnership with Reading's Dept of Film, Theatre & Television opens tonight at South Street Arts Centre and to get us in the mood we were v.excited to read this great article from our friends at Greatest Hits Radio.
Read & book now: https://rdg.ac/4pJ3wgZ
Professor Andrew Charlton-Perez, wearing a blue suit and red tie holding an open box with a medal, standing outside near historic stone walls and a tree under a clear blue sky.
Congratulations to Prof. Andrew Charlton-Perez on being officially appointed OBE this week at Windsor Castle
He is recognised for his outstanding contribution to climate science and climate education, including as leadership of the national Climate Ambassadors Scheme.
More ๐ https://rdg.ac/45d5JtP
Large multi-tiered sound system with colorful speaker boxes stacked outdoors against a cityscape background.
Clear your diary for an evening of music and theatre next week
Readingโs rich cultural history is set to take centre stage, as the stories & sounds from its Soundsystem heyday are brought to life in a brand new immersive theatre production coming to town next week.
Book now https://rdg.ac/48YGUCN
Man in a mustard yellow shirt stands in front of a teal backdrop with BBC Sliced Bread podcast logo and food and lifestyle icons.
Is dark chocolate good for you?
University of Reading nutrition expert, Professor Gunter Kuhnle, will be discussing whether itโs fact or foodie fiction that dark chocolate has health benefits on today's episode of Radio 4โs Sliced Bread at 12:30.
Listen at: https://rdg.ac/3YA9Ts8
The global climate stripes for 2025. Vertical stripes in varying shades of blue transitioning to light blue and then to red tones on the right side. The latest stripe is dark red, depicting the urgent need for climate action.
2025 adds another dark red stripe to the climate stripes
New data confirms Earthโs third-warmest year on record, and 11th warmest year in a row.
Created by Prof Ed Hawkins, the 2025 stripes reflect a century of climate science and provide a clear call for climate action.
๐ https://rdg.ac/4sGfjPX
Calling all UoR Researchers, local performers and community organisations.
Weโre putting together the programme for our special Centenary edition of our Community Festival which takes place on Saturday 16 May, and weโd love to hear from you!
Apply to take part at: rdg.ac/CommunityFestival
#UoR100
Young calves wearing black protective coats inside a barn with straw bedding and hay bales stacked in the background.
Higher animal welfare isnโt just better for animals...
Higher animal welfare standards could also boost UK farm incomes, according to new University of Reading research showing consumers are willing to pay more for better-welfare products.
Learn more https://rdg.ac/49lvvyB
Medieval knights in armor with arrows stuck around them, one pointing accusingly, under the text 'You're Dead to Me' and BBC logo.
Stop what youโre doing, turn your dials to BBC Radio 4 and listen-in as Reading's Dr Alanna Skuse joins Greg Jenner and comedian Ria Lina for the latest episode of Youโre Dead to Me at 10.00am today (Saturday).
Get ready to learn and laugh about the past ๐ https://rdg.ac/455jJ8W
