Professor Maria Shaghedenova’s research looks at the shrinkage of glaciers due to climate change, and the effect of this on rivers and lakes. Her work recently featured in a visually…Read More >
From Brexit to the peasants’ revolt: what does it mean to be a ‘rebel’?
The word ‘rebel’ is usually associated with violence, but we hear it almost daily at the moment as MPs grapple over Brexit. Medieval historian Andy Ford explores the fourteenth century…Read More >
We revealed the value of Zambia’s wild yam. Why it matters
Lusala is a wild yam that grows in the forests of Zambia. Research has highlighted that this tasty tuber is part of the staple diet of 96% of rural households…Read More >
Using design to beat bad bugs in Rwanda
As the government unveils its 5-year national action plan for tackling antimicrobial resistance , a University of Reading team has been in Rwanda, using design thinking to explore ways of…Read More >
Hydrogen trains are coming – can they get rid of diesel for good?
Hydrogen-powered trains offer promise for reducing the carbon footprint of railways – but could they be adopted in the UK? Brian Scott-Quinn, Emeritus Professor of Finance from our ICMA Centre,…Read More >
Stronger justice to keep children safe
Although most UN peacekeeping personnel perform their jobs with courage, dedication and professionalism, a few commit sexual offences that can ruin lives and betray the trust of those that they…Read More >
Spreading the word about snakebite
While most of us were tucking into our Christmas dinners, Dr Sakthi Vaiyapuri was travelling around southern India teaching people how to avoid being bitten by venomous snakes. He talked…Read More >
Business as usual: Zimbabwe in crisis
Unrest has broken out in Zimbabwe after fuel prices were doubled overnight, leaving many people unable to even afford the commute to work. Dr Heike Schmidt says this is business…Read More >
Q fever: a former soldier is suing the government over it, but what is this mysterious disease?
Q fever has been in the news recently – but what exactly is it? In a new post for The Conversation, Simon Clarke, Associate Professor in Cellular Microbiology here at…Read More >
The dark side of Drake
Five centuries ago, Sir Francis Drake had a hero’s return from the first English circumnavigation of the globe, bringing home treasure to a delighted Queen Elizabeth. But how much of…Read More >