Join us on Monday for this online symposium 'Towards Tourettic Studies' 👇

When Hurricane Melissa hit Cuba, 735,000 people were evacuated thanks to decades of disaster planning. In this blog, Dr Sophie Blackburn & Dr Gustav Cederlöf explain why strong networks and trust in authorities are vital in preparing for extreme weather.

From water to waste, economics to ecology, construction to conservation, we'll be sharing @uniofreading.bsky.social research stories that align with the goals of #COP30 for a better, more resilient environment for all.

We're excited to be hosting a symposium on the work of Professor Bernardine Evaristo, including an evening with the author herself! Organiser Dr Nicola Abram told us about researching Evaristo and her books' lasting impact on Black British identity #booksky @uniofreading.bsky.social

Popularity of plant-based meat has hit a slump, but this #WorldVeganDay, Dr Dimitris Balagiannis explains how @uniofreading.bsky.social's PLANTOMYC project is using cutting-edge techniques to bring the flavour! 🔗 rdg.ac/47te8tq

Hurricane Melissa's deadly 'rapid intensification' is likely to become more common in future storms, warn Alexander Baker and Professor Liz Stephens of Reading Meteorology for The Conversation UK 🔗 rdg.ac/4oIJoeO

Why do blood cells act as they do? Lead by Professor Ingo Bojak, a major new project will investigate how the purposes of biological systems can be determined, focusing on the blood clotting process. 🩸 https://rdg.ac/4nkb2ho

Wondering what a Research Cabaret is? 🤔 Organiser and researcher @louisecreechan.bsky.social explains what you might expect at our @beinghumanfest.bsky.social event next month 🎭 Tickets: tinyurl.com/research-cab...

Join us on 6th November for our annual Research Cabaret! An evening of live music 🎶 poetry 💬 dance 🕺💃 and chaos 🎉 exploring what it means to live between the lines. Featuring Durham IMH researchers and local performers! Reserve your FREE ticket here 🎟️👇 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/between-th...

📢 New Event: This November, join Professor Kathy Pain, with Professor Antoni Chan for a thought provoking public lecture that explores how urban environments shape our health for better or worse. 📆 19 November 2025, 18:30-20:00 📍 Whiteknights campus + Online Book now https://rdg.ac/4gYxGtO

To celebrate Black History Month we're hosting a range of events throughout October, including a Community Fete in the centre of Reading, which will bring together local Black-owned businesses, artists, and community groups. See the full calendar at: https://rdg.ac/46Qi6ft

Air pollution is quietly harming pollinators—while pests go largely unaffected. Dr James Ryalls reveals how even pollution levels deemed “safe” are disruptive to bees and other beneficial insects, threatening biodiversity and global food security.

Smart packaging could cut household food waste by 63%! @uniofreading.bsky.social is helping test the “Bump Tag” — a label that changes texture to show real freshness. #FoodWaste #IDAFLW 🔗 rdg.ac/3XboWY1

Registration is now open for our public discussion reflecting on end-of-life 📅 Friday 14 Nov, Ashmolean Museum torch.ox.ac.uk/event/coming...

When we think of Alzheimer’s, we picture memory loss in older adults. But young-onset Alzheimer’s often looks different and is frequently missed. In this blog Dr Samrah Ahmed explains how simple tests could help identify it earlier. #WorldAlzheimersDay

A study led by Professor Julie Lovegrove reveals that fibre intake across all UK age groups falls considerably short of dietary guidelines. The authors call for systemic change to ensure sustainable availability of affordable, fibre-rich foods. 🔗 rdg.ac/46cVMO3

Food reform led by residents provides real health benefits Community engagement enables co-creation of change-making research with people who are traditionally ‘hard to reach’. 🔗 rdg.ac/4pB3vNA

The Engine Room Sound Laboratory investigated how sound and acoustics influence the well-being of the Dee Park urban community by exploring the sound of emotions through concrete and the impact of colours on well-being. They were supported by Ceara Webster and Annet Twinokwesiga. 🔗 rdg.ac/3VkLaGz

Together as One explored the link between engaging in environmental action and improving mental health and we supported by Prof Ciara McCabe Sena Demir Kassem. Through training and youth work, they investigated the effects of beekeeping on the wellbeing of young people. 🔗 rdg.ac/46a6UuX

Struggling to get kids to eat their veggies? Reading a free SEE & EAT ebook developed by @uniofreading.bsky.social psychology researchers for just a few minutes a day can make all the difference when those greens appear on the plate! #BackToSchool #EduSky rdg.ac/42eFtgf

As the new school year begins, we’re showcasing @uniofreading.bsky.social research that supports education, learning and #studentwellbeing. From classroom innovations to mental health, discover how our research helps students thrive! #BackToSchool #EduSky👇

💙 Self-compassion helps young people balance negative feelings with kindness & care by activating the body’s soothe system. The #ResilienceRucksacks include a journal & stress ball to build these skills. Watch more rdg.ac/4p1iccl

😴 Sleep is vital for physical & mental health and can make a big difference to mood. To support pupils, the team co-produced a comic & pop song to encourage healthy sleep habits. Watch more: rdg.ac/41TDw9V

From flood prevention to drought-resilient agriculture, this #WorldWaterWeek we’re looking at how @uniofreading.bsky.social scientists have been identifying, studying and trying to solve the problems created as climate change affects the world’s water.

This year marks 50 years since Speech and Language Therapy was first established at the @uniofreading.bsky.social — a milestone that highlights decades of world-class research, teaching and clinical practice that have transformed lives around the world. @unirdg-psych.bsky.social 🔗 rdg.ac/3HP09oZ

Tiny #flatworms could help make research more ethical by reducing the number of experiments on rats and mice in the development of antipsychotic drugs, explains Professor Vitaliy Khutoryanskiy (Reading School of Pharmacy). #AnimalResearch #AnimalTesting #Planaria

I wrote a blogpost with an update on my DOROTHY MSCA COFUND fellowship, specifically my time @uor-research.bsky.social and @chhuor.bsky.social – it's been a jam-packed 18 months! 💥 dorothy.ie/2025/08/21/d...

Calorie labels on takeaway menus are rarely factored into consumer choices and are unlikely to encourage people to eat healthier, suggests a new study of people living in England co-authored by Dr Cherry Law. 🔗 rdg.ac/472qzhc

Despite growing efforts to make research more ethical, scientists still rely heavily on rats and mice for testing. A new study led by Prof Vitaliy Khutoryanskiy suggests that using flatworms could reduce the number of rodents used for testing mental health drugs. 🔗 rdg.ac/45u87gt

What will farming look like in 100 years? To celebrate the University of Reading’s centenary, we’re inviting our community to help us imagine the future, as part of project led by a group of PhD students, and supported by the @themerl.bsky.social. 🔗 rdg.ac/4frBenG

Early primates didn't evolve in lush tropical rainforests, but instead made these places their home after emerging from harsh, cold biomes c.66 million years ago. ❄️🐒 Read our news story about this major new development: rdg.ac/4ok5qFz #sciencesky @uniofreading.bsky.social

In this article UCL IEHC expert Dr Melissa Oldham, who tracks drinking trends in the UK, talks about why younger generations are avoiding alcohol consumption 🍺 🍷 www.dailymail.co.uk/health/artic...

Cookham's Anglo-Saxon monastery is possibly the UK's earliest example of what we'd call a 'hospice' today. Along the banks of the Thames, @uniofreading.bsky.social archaeologists have been unearthing evidence of medieval medical care amongst the 7-9th C. ruins. #FestivalofBritishArchaeology

Every year since 2021, researchers, students and volunteers take up trowels and head to the trenches, come rain or shine. Thom Hayes, Director of the Field School on site spoke about what Cookham shows us about care & #wellbeing in Early Medieval England ⛪⚕️ ▶️ youtu.be/aw7HH0ZXsT8 #HistorySky

Children’s mental health expert Professor Stella Chan @unirdg-psych.bsky.social worked closely with the youth organisation Girlguiding to develop three new wellbeing badges supporting girls' confidence, emotional literacy and mental health. 🔗 rdg.ac/4lpmqYp

Is the concept of a 'global water crisis' well-intentioned but actually misleading? For @uk.theconversation.com Filippo Menga (filippomenga.com) looks at water crises in the UK, the Horn of Africa & Chile - and why each one requires targeted solutions Read more rdg.ac/3TWZNz2

🍽 Is food in prison a tool for rehabilitation or another form of punishment? In this blog, Professor Vicki Harman explores how food is experienced in women’s prisons and what this can tell us about wellbeing, identity & connection. #FoodandWellbeing #CriminalJustice #PrisonReform

"The meaning behind grandparenting and the type of interactions shared with grandchildren seems to matter for grandparents’ wellbeing." Writing in @theconversation.com, Dr Giorgio Di Gessa explores why women from poorer backgrounds help out most with #childcare. www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/ju...

More than 78 million cigarettes are smoked in England, Wales and Scotland every day, translating to about 900 being lit up every second, according to a new study from UCL researchers. www.ucl.ac.uk/news/2025/ju...

How can art help us think critically about wellness in a neoliberal world? Join Simon Willems (British Academy Postdoctoral Fellow) for an interdisciplinary symposium bringing together scholars & practitioners to explore how artists critique workplace wellness. 📍 Uni of Greenwich 📆 16 & 17 of July

Join us on Wednesday 10th September to celebrate 50 years of Speech and Language Therapy at the University of Reading. An afternoon of to connect - featuring talks, interviews and activities celebrating training, research and practise. Don't miss out! Register by the 31st July 👉 rdg.ac/3GeDDVT

🌦️What is it about the weather? Join the Measurement Lab and @hepach.org on July 21 (3:30-5PM BST) for a hybrid seminar on how we measure the impact of weather on health. Register below👇 www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/what-is-it...

Exploring Indigenous Health and Wellbeing in the Context of Anthropogenic Climate Change 14 July 2025, 10am–6:30pm A hybrid, interdisciplinary research symposium focused on Indigenous health and wellbeing in the face of anthropogenic climate change. www.ucl.ac.uk/institute-of...

Fab day at the ‘Violence, Health and Health Humanities’ event at the University of Reading today. Congrats to #sophiefranklin.bsky.social, who organised the event as part of her work supported by the DOROTHY MSCA COFUND Fellowship programme.

💥 'Violence, Health, and the Health Humanities' workshop, hosted by @uniofreading.bsky.social Centre for Health Humanities! Join us for this event, feat. an in-person & online keynote by @drclaireocall.bsky.social, on health, ageing, and violence.  📣 All welcome! See poster for details.