Reading in the news - Mon 24 Feb

Flying through turbulence: PhD student Joana Medeiros (Meteorology) features in a BBC iPlayer film, discussing the increased risk of turbulence in a warmer world. Previous research on air turbulence by scientists at the University of Reading is mentioned in a BBC Weather article.

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• Web.de, GMX, and 1&1 highlight a study by Professor Nicolas Bellouin (Meteorology), who emissions caused by flight detours due to the war in Ukraine. From our story: Ukraine war forces planes to take longer routes, raising CO2
• Chiemgau24, Fuldaer Zeitung, and Innsalzach24 quote Dr James O'Donoghue (Meteorology) on the potential impact of asteroid 2024 YR4.
• DownToEarth highlights Paul-Arthur Monerie’s (Meteorology) study which predict an increase in Atlantic hurricanes due to climate change. From our story: Hurricanes to hit Atlantic harder and more often, study says
• Zielona Interia republishes quotes Professor Richard Allan’s (Meteorology) gave to NewScientist on record heat in January 2025.
• VIVA.co.id and Warta Ekonomi feature Dr Sarah Cardey (International Development) quoting on the importance of community-based communication in supporting climate adaptation.

Health and wellbeing:

• Various regional BBC Radio stations, including BBC Radio Lincolnshire, BBC Radio Manchester, BBC Radio Oxford, BBC Radio Suffolk, and BBC Radio London mention research by Professor Netta Weinstein (Psychology) on silences in romantic relationships.
• Continued coverage of a new study from Professor Claire Williams and Dr Lynne Bell (both Psychology and Clinical Language Sciences) showing that eating walnuts for breakfast can enhance brain function. Reports from: Scientias, DNYUZ, Newsweek, Get Surrey, Yahoo!, San Luis Obispo, Herald Online, Kansas City, Fresno Bee, Geekweek, Get Surrey, Bristol Post, Telepolis, The Olympian, Bellingham Herald, Idaho Statesman, Miami Herald, Herald Sun, New York Post, Technology Networks, Catholic News, Daily Jang, Reading Chronicle,  HelloRayo Radio, Times Radio, LBC Radio News, PsyPost, Health Medicine Network, Yumda, Donga, Greatest Hits Radio and MSN. From our story: Eating walnuts for breakfast may boost your brain function.
• Wired-Gov highlights a new initiative including Professor Julie Lovegrove (Food and Nutritional Sciences) on obtaining public opinions ultra-processed foods.
• Hospital Healthcare highlights a study linking certain hormonal contraceptives to higher stroke risks. Professor Angela Clerk (Biomedical Science) is quoted.
• Reading Chronicle reports that a Berkshire family has launched a nutritional supplement ice lolly after collaborating with the University of Reading’s Food Science department.
• Knowridge reports on a study led by Dr Yoshikatsu Hayashi (Biomedical Engineering) focusing on the benefits of virtual reality aids in stroke rehabilitation. From our story: Virtual reality technology helps Berkshire stroke patients
• Country Living highlights a 2016 University of Reading study showing that free-range eggs contain 30% more vitamin D than those from caged birds.
• BBC Radio Berkshire spoke to Dr Geoff Taggart (Institute of Education) about the benefits of increased playtime for children.

Food and farming:

• Farming Life highlights a new UK-wide project led by AFBI to promote sustainable dairy farming, a project the University is involved in.

Heritage and culture:

• Reading Chronicle reports that Dr Hannah Lyons (Museums and Collections) will give a talk during an exhibition showcasing works by Pablo Picasso at Caversham Picture Framer.
• The Times of India features Professor Katie Sampeck (Archaeology) discussing the complex history of chocolate.

Business and society:

• UK Defence Journal republished  an opinion piece by Dr Kenton White (Politics and International Relations) on The Conversation discussing why the British Army is unprepared for Ukraine.
• Wokingham Borough Council leader Stephen Conway writes for Wokingham Today on the authority's partnerships with the University of Reading.
• Professor Andrew Kakabadse (Henley Business School) writes for Financier Worldwide on the importance of structure.

Other coverage:

• The Star (Malaysia) profiles the University of Reading.
• Times Higher Education mentions historic financial issues at the University of Reading's Malaysia campus.

Alumni:

• The IFST Western Branch Conference features Ian Jaques, Food Technology graduate, who brings over 40 years of experience in product development and technical roles in the food industry.
• University of New Haven features Simão Sousa Branca, a graduate with a degree in Economics, reflecting on his role in helping to secure the 2030 FIFA World Cup for his country Portugal.
• Zawya and Kontan report that Sachin Sawrikar, founder of Artha Bharat Investment Managers and a Real Estate Investments and Finance graduate, celebrated key milestones in Muscat.