2022 Archives - Engagement and Impact

A million explore the world of Stonehenge

The British Museum’s World of Stonehenge exhibition, co-curated by a Reading archaeologist, has given a million people a window into the lives of prehistoric people, through artefacts, soundscapes and events....Read More >

Keeping GPs up to speed on COVID-19

GPs have been able to keep up with and respond to the latest clinical updates and resources on Coronavirus thanks to a partnership between the University of Reading and local…Read More >

Safer medical devices

A new family of biomaterials for use in medical devices has been created thanks to a collaboration between the University of Reading and BioInteractions Ltd. The materials include a new…Read More >

Shaping agricultural policy

Agriculture policy decisions, including a replacement for the EU’s Common Agricultural Policy, are being informed by an annual survey of financial data from 1,750 farms across England. The survey is…Read More >

Changing perceptions of disability through film

A project designed to bring the work of experimental filmmaker Stephen Dwoskin to new audiences online is changing attitudes towards disability, accessibility, and art. With cinemas and galleries across the...Read More >

Reducing missed outpatient appointments and health inequalities through AI

An artificial intelligence (AI) system developed by a team of Reading researchers is being used by the NHS to tackle health inequalities by reducing the number of missed hospital appointments....Read More >

Uncovering hidden stories from Oxford Road

Reading researchers are working with local communities and artists to reveal and celebrate the heritage of one of the town’s most diverse and multicultural streets. With more than 70 languages...Read More >

Improving ethnic diversity in higher education

Studies co-produced by Reading researchers with students from under-represented ethnic backgrounds are being used to support fair access to higher education. While there has been a concerted effort in recent...Read More >

Using cultural heritage to empower women and alleviate poverty in Jordan

An archaeologist from Reading is working with Jordanian partners to develop a new business in Faynan, southern Jordan, that is owned and managed by local Bedouin women to generate income...Read More >