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The Societal Territory of Academic Disciplines: How Disciplines Matter to Society
The Societal Territory of Academic Disciplines: How Disciplines Matter to Society
This paper analyses the interrelations between academic disciplines and society beyond academia by the case of sociology in Norway.
How Politics, Society, and Tech Shape the Path of Climate Change
How Politics, Society, and Tech Shape the Path of Climate Change
Public perceptions of climate change, the future cost and effectiveness of climate mitigation and technologies, and how political institutions respond to public pressure are all important determinants of how climate will change, according to a new study.
Nudge Theory's Popularity May Block Insights into Improving Society
Small interventions that influence people's behavior can be tested. But the real world requires big, hard-to-measure changes too, scientists say.
Who Will Defend Embattled Scientists?
The latest round of attacks on prominent US scientists from public figures and elected officials may require the formation of a new type of organization to ensure our safety and productivity.
Social-media Platforms Failing to Tackle Abuse of Scientists
A report by activists found that half of debunked online disinformation targeting three prominent scientists remains live and unlabelled.
How the Dutch Delivered a Traffic Safety Revolution
Drivers and pedestrians in the Netherlands faced injury risks similar to those in the U.S. in 1970. Since then, American streets have become far more dangerous. What happened?
The Top 1% of Americans Have Taken $50 Trillion From the Bottom 90%-And That's Made the U.S. Less Secure
Northern Lights Photographer of the Year - in Pictures
The travel photography blog Capture the Atlas has published its annual northern lights photographer of the year collection with stunning images from 25 photographers. Coinciding with the northern lights season at the end of the year, it aims to share the beauty of this natural phenomenon
Misinformation Fuelled by 'Tsunami' of Poor Research, Says Science Prize Winner
It's Not Irrational to Party Like It's 1999
Must we always follow reason? Do I need a rational argument for why I should fall in love, cherish my children, enjoy the pleasures…
Opinion: If the Super-Rich Want to Live for Ever Our Planet is Truly Doomed
Instead of investing to cheat death, shouldn't we be trying to make old age livable and dignified for all?
Aim Lower: Social Mobility and Higher Education in the Levelling Up Era
Aim Lower: Social Mobility and Higher Education in the Levelling Up Era
Social mobility champions are accused of having ‘lost focus on the role that a socially mobile society should have in matching all members of society into occupations and roles which they are suited for and enjoy, and at which they excel.’ Indeed, they give little attention to ‘the actual aspirations and ambitions of real people’.
How Local Communities Helped Polar Scientists During the Pandemic
Erica Gillis describes the strong connections with residents that helped her colleagues keep working when they couldn't travel.
'Time Team' Could Reveal the Future of Public Engagement
The UK archaeology programme, which is being revived on YouTube, represents an ideal to which other disciplines can aspire.
Luis Miramontes Helped Enable the Sexual Revolution. Why Isn't He Better Known?
By synthesizing norethindrone, one of the first active ingredients in birth control pills, Luis Miramontes helped usher in the sexual revolution.
Europeans Strongly Support Science and Technology According to New Eurobarometer Survey
Europeans Strongly Support Science and Technology According to New Eurobarometer Survey
A new Eurobarometer survey on ‘European citizens' knowledge and attitudes towards science and technology' shows that 9 in 10 EU citizens (86%) think that the overall influence of science and technology is positive.
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