UNIVERSITY OF READING

The number of girls in England taking a GCSE in computing has more than halved since 2015, which could lead to continued male dominance of the digital space and harm the UK’s aim to be a technology ‘superpower’1, researchers warn today.…

Using the largest and most powerful telescope ever launched into space, scientists including a University of Reading astronomer have discovered a variety of previously unseen features on and around Jupiter’s iconic Great Red Spot. The…

Experienced exam markers may struggle to spot answers generated by Artificial Intelligence (AI), researchers have found. The study was conducted at the University of Reading, UK, where university leaders are working to identify potential…

The Tower of London joined various global landmarks, from Brisbane to New York City, in showing the climate stripes last week.  The nearly 1000-year-old White Tower was transformed into a monumental canvas of red and blue late on Friday…

The University of Reading has agreed an ambitious plan to transform the future of food and farming through research. The University has today (Monday 1 July) agreed a comprehensive plan for investment in research areas for agriculture…

Bone remains found in a Tibetan cave 3,280 m above sea level indicate an ancient group of humans survived here for many millennia, according to a new study published in Nature.  The Denisovans are an extinct species of ancient human that…

For the second consecutive year, the University of Reading has been placed among the world’s top 200 universities, at 172, in the QS World University Rankings 2025. The University is ranked 25 in the UK, and has also retained its…

Eating a poor quality diet might lead to brain changes that are associated with depression and anxiety. This is according to a first-of-its-kind study into the brain chemistry and structure, and diet quality of 30 volunteers. Brain scans…

Reflecting successes in student satisfaction, post-graduation employment prospects, and more, the University of Reading’s position in the top 35 institutions in the UK is confirmed, once again, according to the Complete University Guide…

Scientists from the University of Reading are meeting British farmers and food businesses as Waitrose launches its Farming for Nature scheme to accelerate nature-friendly farming. Waitrose is today (Wednesday 8 May) committing to support…