Caroline Knowles, Author at Engagement and Impact

Revealing Glastonbury Abbey’s sacred heritage

Researchers at the University of Reading are transforming our understanding of one of the most culturally significant sacred heritage sites in England, by analysing and interpreting a previously unpublished archive...Read More >

Exploring Spain’s hidden cultural heritage

Research at the University of Reading into Valladolid’s unsung cultural history is changing the way the city is perceived by its inhabitants and visitors alike. For years, the Spanish city…Read More >

Empowering smallholder farmers to overcome climate challenges

An approach developed by a team of researchers at the University of Reading is being used to help farmers in the developing world adapt to and cope with climate change....Read More >

Border checks on the go

A smartphone app and innovative biometric technology developed at Reading is being used at border crossings to keep people moving while maintaining security. Robust border control is essential, but long...Read More >

Drought monitoring and early warning for African food security

A satellite-based rainfall estimation system and drought forecasting system developed at the University of Reading are generating data to support drought insurance and agricultural decision-making. These new approaches to drought...Read More >

Teaching literacy: As easy as ABC?

By helping teachers to understand how different children learn to read, researchers at the University of Reading are equipping them to better meet the needs of their pupils – including...Read More >

Inspiring students through hands-on Roman school experience

The Reading Ancient Schoolroom brings to life research findings about ancient society and their approach to learning, enabling modern students to find out first-hand what an ancient school was like….Read More >

Bringing ancient Rome to life

A 3D computer model developed at the University of Reading is being used across the education, heritage and entertainment sectors to help audiences understand, explore and enjoy the architecture and...Read More >

Finding peace in a fragile world

Research by the University of Reading has been instrumental in the development of a new UK policy framework for building stability in fragile and conflict-affected states. With the steady rise...Read More >

Improving urban weather forecasting

Researchers at the University of Reading have developed a new model for urban temperature forecasting that predicts how heat is captured and lost across the varying urban landscape. Forecasting temperatures...Read More >