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About Connecting Research<\/h3>\n

The Connecting Research blog showcases the breadth and richness of research at the University of Reading<\/a>. Here you can find short and accessible reads on topics across our research themes of Agriculture, Food & Health, Environment, Heritage & Creativity, and Prosperity & Resilience. In these blogs, researchers at all stages of their careers offer evidence-based commentary and analysis on topical issues and societal problems, explore the contexts and collaborations which inform their work, and explain the impact and benefits of their research.<\/p>\n

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