Would you be willing to pay a little more each week for higher farm animal welfare? New University of Reading research suggests many shoppers would. The findings are already helping inform government policy on future welfare standards. Read more: https://rdg.ac/4fBoWtr #Farm24 #FarmWatch

We don't just research sustainability, we put it into practice This summer we're installing 750+ new solar panels across five campus buildings, trebling our solar generation and saving up to £100,000 in energy costs. As we celebrate our centenary, we're investing in a more sustainable future.

Centuries-old collections. Millions of objects. AI unlocking discoveries their original collectors could never have imagined. What could we learn next? Join experts from UoR, the British Museum & Natural History Museum for Fossils to Futures Live. 📆 7 Aug | 14:00 BST 🎟️ rdg.ac/fossilstofutureslive

We're pleased to welcome The Charlie Waller Trust as the University of Reading's Charity of the Year for 2026/27. Together, we'll seek to support children and young people's mental health through fundraising, partnership and evidence-informed practice. Read more: https://rdg.ac/4yzrdhp

One of the UK's finest green spaces. Proudly home. Our Whiteknights campus has received its 16th consecutive Green Flag Award, recognising it as one of the UK's best-managed and most environmentally sustainable green spaces. It's a place we're proud to care for and share. 👉 https://rdg.ac/44vddrq

Improving the student experience is never finished This year’s positive NSS results reflect years of work to strengthen the student experience, from redesigned programmes to the introduction of a semester-based academic year, all shaped by what our students have told us. 👉 https://rdg.ac/4fbdkNI

Thanks to everyone who joined us at Langley Mead for #NationalMeadowsDay It was great to see people enjoying this beautiful green space, which we're restoring to a traditional floodplain meadow for wildlife and the community. It's well worth a visit this summer. Look 🔗 https://rdg.ac/3zhPyhu

Listening to our students and improving together The National Student Survey 2026 shows improvements across every area of the student experience measured at the University of Reading, reflecting the changes made in response to feedback. Read more: https://rdg.ac/4fbdkNI

🏆 Congratulations to colleagues from the University of Reading and the Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, winners at the National AI Awards 2026. Their AI tool is a brilliant example of research, innovation and partnership delivering real-world impact. 🔗 https://rdg.ac/4xLms3Q #AI #AIForGood

What can senior leaders teach us about leadership today? In the latest Leadership Unlocked podcast episode, alumnus Darren Henley, CEO of Arts Council England, joins Professor Bernd Vogel to discuss leadership, purpose and meaningful work. Listen now 🎧 https://rdg.ac/4gU2Mml #HenleyBusinessSchool

We’re in the world's top 100 universities for sustainable development for the 4th consecutive year. Placing 91st globally & 14th in the UK in the THE Sustainability Impact Ratings 2026 is a proud recognition of our commitment to shaping the future of people and the planet. 🔗 https://rdg.ac/4wrIRSH

5000 years of history that fits in your pocket Created by Professor Duncan Garrow at the University of Reading and the British Museum, The Virtual World of Stonehenge combines archaeology, collections and digital innovation to bring prehistoric Britain to global audiences. 🔗 https://rdg.ac/4uNIyjC

A special evening at Reading Climate Festival 2026, as newly appointed Regius Professor in Meteorology and Climate Science, Professor Hannah Cloke OBE, delivered her inaugural public keynote to a sold-out Reading Concert Hall. Now available to watch online 📺 https://rdg.ac/4xCNmuN #ClimateScience

This summer solstice, you can step inside Stonehenge from anywhere in the world. The University and the British Museum have launched a free interactive experience exploring Stonehenge, prehistoric Britain and some remarkable ancient objects. 🔗 https://rdg.ac/4eiFSFO #SummerSolstice #Stonehenge

2 days to go until #ShowYourStripes Day. The Climate Stripes have appeared on landmarks, movie screens, and festival stages around the world - to start conversations about our warming world. But the most important place they can appear this weekend is with you. Start here 🌍 https://rdg.ac/4d310OD

We've been ranked among the world's top 200 universities in the latest QS World University Rankings. The rankings, which evaluate more than 1,500 institutions worldwide, place UoR: 🌍 Top 200 globally 🇬🇧 28th in the UK 🌱 Joint 30th in the world for Sustainability Read more: 🔗 https://rdg.ac/4uNh3qy

🏴 England 73 – 51 Croatia 🇭🇷 A different scoreline ahead of tonight's fixture. The Real Scoreline compares all 48 nations across six climate indicators, revealing how countries compare on climate impacts and action. Explore the rankings 🔗 rdg.ac/therealscoreline #TheRealScoreline

The Thames Valley's tech sector is full of ambition and growing businesses. On 7 July, the next Reading Tech Cluster Investment Pitch will bring together founders, investors, academics and business leaders for an afternoon of pitches, networking and insight. Get involved: https://rdg.ac/4owVucb

Meadows are among the UK's most species-rich habitats 🌼🦋 On 4 July we're celebrating National Meadows Day at Langley Mead, a traditional floodplain meadow managed by the University of Reading. Guided walks, wildlife spotting and plenty of reasons to get outdoors. Book now: https://rdg.ac/4ggwuDV

Who comes out on top when climate is the score? As the sporting summer gets underway, researchers at Reading have created The Real Scoreline – a new way of comparing nations using climate data. And there are some big surprises! See full announcement 🔗 https://rdg.ac/4fwzjR3 #TheRealScoreline

A University of Reading supercomputer has predicted the World Cup winners. But is there a shock brewing? Professor James Reade simulated the tournament 10,000 times, with Argentina coming out as favourites. But the field is more open than many previous tournaments. 🇦🇷🏆 More: https://rdg.ac/4e2edHC

Nine subjects in the UK's top 10 The latest Complete University Guide has recognised the breadth of excellence at Reading, with top 10 rankings across subjects including Building, Climate, IT, Agriculture, Food Science, Education and Archaeology. Read more 🔗 https://rdg.ac/3SgMk7t

How should climate science communicate in an increasingly polarised world? On 15 June, Regius Professor in Meteorology & Climate Science, Hannah Cloke, will deliver a keynote talk exploring how imagination and scientific communication will shape our climate future Book now 🔗 https://rdg.ac/4nTh61Y

Lovely jubbly Meet Marlene, Rodney and Trigger - 3 new llamas joining the research herd at the University of Reading. Behind the names, the herd supports world-leading nanobody research into diseases including cancer, bird flu and malaria. Read more 🔗 https://rdg.ac/43FIBCQ #RealImpactRealLives

Is increased screen time to blame for children falling behind in their reading ability? Reading's Dr Ya-ling Hsiao has begun a 5-year study into how children develop literacy in the digital age, thanks to £900k from a Leverhulme Trust Research Leadership Award. 👉 https://rdg.ac/3QRnYRd

We've been studying artisan cheese… and the results are fascinating. Scientists from the University of Reading have discovered that the bacteria responsible for giving some artisan cheeses their distinctive flavour may also have benefits for gut health. Read more 🔗 https://rdg.ac/4dwmdSm

Today, we're officially 💯 To celebrate, we’re proud to invite you to shop our official Centenary Collection, launched today – with more than 350 designs across clothing, bags, bottles, notebooks and more. Because turning 100 deserves something special. Shop the collection 👉 rdg.ac/merch #UoR100

When we kicked off our centenary celebrations, our alumni in India were among the first to send a message for our big day. Now it’s your turn. We’ve created a Centenary Wall of Wishes where YOU can share messages for the next century. They mean the world 🔗 https://rdg.ac/4rEpdjt #UoR100

We’re 100 today. On 17 March 1926, the University of Reading was granted its Royal Charter. Now, we wake up 100 years later as a global university, shaped by generations of students, staff, alumni and partners who have built something extraordinary together. Happy 100th anniversary to us. #UoR100

When storms approach the UK or solar activity threatens satellites, the science behind the response often involves researchers at UoR. That will continue as our partnership with the Met Office has been renewed for four more years. Find out more 🔗https://rdg.ac/3NGpm7U #MetOffice #ClimateScience