This year the British Science Week’s citizen science project originates in part from University of Reading. To honour this, we are running our first hack-a-thon event! Come along and get…Read More >
British science week
MERL Late: More than Human
This MERL Late explores the non-human countryside, showcasing research and creative practice from the University of Reading and beyond. Join us for an evening of weather, wildlife, livestock, machinery, plants,…Read More >
The Great Debate 2019: Can new technologies transform healthcare?
The increasing adoption of digital technology has resulted in fundamental changes in many industries. Yet healtcare, which represents about 10% of global GDP, has lagged behind other sectors. This is…Read More >
Why are Plants Smelly?
Ever sniffed a plant, whether nice or nasty and wondered: why do plants smell? Well, wonder no more, we have just the thing for you – our “why are plants…Read More >
Mindful Nature Walk
Join us for a peaceful walk around the award-winning green campus of the University where you will be guided around the lake, wood, and Harris Gardens to take in the…Read More >
Fire, Fire, Burning Bright
Of all the ancient human technologies fire is perhaps the most evocative, and a critical part of the human evolutionary journey. It is also one of the hardest to detect!…Read More >
British Science Week round-up
University of Reading scientists will be out and about throughout British Science Week (9 -16 March) telling the public about their research and inspiring the next generation of researchers. Here…Read More >
Reading research near you: British Science Week
British Science Week is in full swing and University of Reading scientists have been out and about telling the public about their research and inspiring the next generation of researchers….Read More >
Body of evidence: exploring Reading’s health research for British Science Week
By Tim Mayo, University of Reading press officer for health research Throughout British Science Week this week, University of Reading scientists from across the health research theme are presenting the…Read More >