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Business/Economics
Business/Economics - 8.02
Public opinion on immigration policy more related to cultural than economic concerns
Public attitudes toward immigration policy are more influenced by cultural and social concerns than economic ones such as wages and taxes, according to new UCL research. The research, conducted by David Card, Christian Dustmann and Ian Preston from the UCL Centre for Research and Analysis of Migration (CReAM) analyses the main factors that drive public opposition to immigration.
Public opinion on immigration policy more related to cultural than economic concerns
Business/Economics - 7.02
One in four UK children facing multiple risks to development, study finds
One in four UK children facing multiple risks to development, study finds More than one in four UK infants is growing up in families facing multiple challenges such as parental depression and financial hardship that can have a damaging effect on children's development, new research suggests.
One in four UK children facing multiple risks to development, study finds
Business/Economics - Environmental Sciences - 23.01
Low carbon, moderate income and long life
A new study shows that countries with high incomes and high carbon emissions do not achieve higher life expectancies than those with moderate incomes and lower carbon emissions. This finding challenges the assumption that human wellbeing requires growth in both economic activity and carbon emissions.
Low carbon, moderate income and long life
A new study shows that countries with high incomes and high carbon emissions do not achieve higher life expectancies than those with moderate incomes and lower carbon emissions. This finding challenges the assumption that human wellbeing requires growth in both economic activity and carbon emissions.
Business/Economics - Earth Sciences - 10.01
Poorly targeted aid and lack of capital leaves small businesses struggling following natural disasters
New research from the University of Warwick suggests the way foreign aid is distributed following a natural disaster in developing countries does little to help small firms recover. Economists are calling for a reassessment of the way aid is distributed in low-income countries hit by disasters such as earthquakes and tsunamis.
Poorly targeted aid and lack of capital leaves small businesses struggling following natural disasters
New research from the University of Warwick suggests the way foreign aid is distributed following a natural disaster in developing countries does little to help small firms recover. Economists are calling for a reassessment of the way aid is distributed in low-income countries hit by disasters such as earthquakes and tsunamis.
Business/Economics - Administration/Government - 7.12.2011
Warwick economist to lead £15 million research initiative into private enterprise in developing countries
University of Warwick economics professor Christopher Woodruff will oversee a new initiative that plans to invest £15 million into research on private enterprise development in low-income countries. The initiative, the largest research endeavour undertaken on the subject, is a joint venture co-ordinated by the Centre for Economic Policy Research in partnership with the Department for International Development.
Warwick economist to lead £15 million research initiative into private enterprise in developing countries
University of Warwick economics professor Christopher Woodruff will oversee a new initiative that plans to invest £15 million into research on private enterprise development in low-income countries. The initiative, the largest research endeavour undertaken on the subject, is a joint venture co-ordinated by the Centre for Economic Policy Research in partnership with the Department for International Development.
Business/Economics - 29.11.2011
Shocking new way to create nanoporous materials
It is currently an efficient filter system that could be used in countries with poor access to fresh potable water, or to remove heavy metals and industrial waste products from ground water sources." —Dr Easan Sivaniah from the University of Cambridge's Cavendish Laboratory Scientists have developed a new method of creating nanoporous materials with potential applications in everything from water purification to chemical sensors.
Shocking new way to create nanoporous materials
Medicine/Pharmacology - Business/Economics - 24.11.2011
Breakthrough could speed drug discovery
Innovative technology being pioneered at Cardiff to speed up the discovery of new drugs to tackle lung diseases could also dramatically reduce testing on animals. Scientists at the School of Biosciences have shown it is feasible to integrate human liver cells with lung cells to create the Metabo-Lung - a working model of human lung tissue to test the toxicity of drugs.
Breakthrough could speed drug discovery
Business/Economics - 9.11.2011
Declining power of celebrity backing for good causes
Celebrity endorsement of charities and NGOs may not quite have the pulling power it once had, according to new research by a University of Manchester academic. Daniel Brockington says the proportion of newspapers stories about charities which mention celebrity have been declining over recent years.
Declining power of celebrity backing for good causes
Social Sciences - Business/Economics - 2.11.2011
Half of British workforce ill-treated
One million Britons experienced workplace violence in the last two years, while millions more were subjected to intimidation, humiliation and rudeness, new research has shown. Surprisingly, managers and professionals in well-paid full-time jobs are among the groups most at risk.
Half of British workforce ill-treated
Veterinary Science - Business/Economics - 26.10.2011
Bovine TB testing under scrutiny
Planned changes to the way vets are allowed to conduct TB tests could have a dramatic impact on rural veterinary practices and fail to address quality control issues surrounding tests for bovine tuberculosis, University research has found.
Bovine TB testing under scrutiny
Business/Economics - Agronomy/Food Science - 3.10.2011
Research uncovers what increases chicken wellbeing
Researchers from the University of Bristol's School of Veterinary Sciences have concluded that the wellbeing of barn chickens is increased if they have activity objects, perches and other stimulation. Around 75 per cent of barn chickens reared for UK households are in barns which don't have natural daylight or activity objects such as pecking blocks.
Research uncovers what increases chicken wellbeing
Chemistry - Business/Economics - 30.09.2011
Recipe for “perfect plastic”
Researchers find recipe for “perfect plastic” Researchers have solved a long-standing problem that could revolutionise the way new plastics are developed. The breakthrough, involving researchers at Durham University and the University of Leeds, will allow experts to create the 'perfect plastic' with specific uses and properties by using a high-tech 'recipe book'.
Recipe for “perfect plastic”
Medicine/Pharmacology - Business/Economics - 20.09.2011
Smoking in films encourages teenagers to take a drag
Ever since the era of silent films, smoking has played a major part in film symbolism. Think Audrey Hepburn in Breakfast at Tiffany's or Robert De Niro in Goodfellas. But iconic scenes such as these could be damaging the health of teenagers, who are more likely to smoke after watching films depicting the habit.
Smoking in films encourages teenagers to take a drag
Business/Economics - Social Sciences - 7.09.2011
Under threat: the legacy of the riots
The UK riots may have damaged properties and businesses, but the real damage hasn't even been properly considered yet, say University of Nottingham experts.
Under threat: the legacy of the riots
The UK riots may have damaged properties and businesses, but the real damage hasn't even been properly considered yet, say University of Nottingham experts.
Business/Economics - Medicine/Pharmacology - 6.09.2011
New research sheds light on teenage friendship networks
Making friends is a key part of school life, often shaping our futures and helping us develop as individuals. With youngsters across the country returning to school this week, new research has identified the factors which influence these relationships, with academic achievement, mother's education and personality found to be essential in the friendship formation process.
New research sheds light on teenage friendship networks
Environmental Sciences - Business/Economics - 22.08.2011
Shell Shock! Damage to marine ecosystems revealed as CO2 emissions continue to rise
A team of marine experts is helping predict the future of coastal ecosystems after discovering that warming temperatures may exacerbate ocean acidification. In a paper published in full by Nature Climate Change magazine this month, the scientists warn that rapidly deteriorating Mediterranean coastal ecosystems are further threatened by increasing CO2 levels.
Shell Shock! Damage to marine ecosystems revealed as CO2 emissions continue to rise
A team of marine experts is helping predict the future of coastal ecosystems after discovering that warming temperatures may exacerbate ocean acidification. In a paper published in full by Nature Climate Change magazine this month, the scientists warn that rapidly deteriorating Mediterranean coastal ecosystems are further threatened by increasing CO2 levels.
Business/Economics - Computer Science/Telecom - 10.08.2011
Input/output: The Economics of Database Searching
Searching the internet might seem simple, but applying a little bit of economic theory to information retrieval can shed some light on the best search strategies to adopt, according to researchers. Leif Azzopardi from the School of Computing Science at the University of Glasgow took production theory from microeconomics and applied it to the process of searching the internet, or any other database system.
Input/output: The Economics of Database Searching
Searching the internet might seem simple, but applying a little bit of economic theory to information retrieval can shed some light on the best search strategies to adopt, according to researchers. Leif Azzopardi from the School of Computing Science at the University of Glasgow took production theory from microeconomics and applied it to the process of searching the internet, or any other database system.
Medicine/Pharmacology - Business/Economics - 28.07.2011
Laws that encourage healthier lifestyles protect lives and save the NHS money
Research: Effectiveness and cost effectiveness of cardiovascular disease prevention in whole populations: modelling study The introduction of legislation that restricts unhealthy food, for example by reducing salt content and eliminating industrial trans fats, would prevent thousands of cases of heart disease in England and Wales and save the NHS millions of pounds, finds research published on bmj.com | today.
Laws that encourage healthier lifestyles protect lives and save the NHS money
Research: Effectiveness and cost effectiveness of cardiovascular disease prevention in whole populations: modelling study The introduction of legislation that restricts unhealthy food, for example by reducing salt content and eliminating industrial trans fats, would prevent thousands of cases of heart disease in England and Wales and save the NHS millions of pounds, finds research published on bmj.com | today.
Business/Economics - 20.07.2011
Rock paper scissors players are natural copycats
Players of the game rock paper scissors subconsciously copy each other's hand shapes, significantly increasing the chance of the game ending in a draw, according to new research. A study published today in the Proceedings of the Royal Society B shows that even when players lose out by drawing a game, they can't help themselves from copying the hand gestures of their opponent.
Rock paper scissors players are natural copycats
Business/Economics - Medicine/Pharmacology - 30.06.2011
TV food advertising increases children’s preference for unhealthy foods
Researchers at the University of Liverpool have found that children who watch adverts for unhealthy food on television are more likely to want to eat high-fat and high-sugar foods. The study by researchers in the Institute of Psychology, Health and Society examined the food preferences of a group of 281 children aged six to 13 years old from the North West of England.
TV food advertising increases children’s preference for unhealthy foods
Researchers at the University of Liverpool have found that children who watch adverts for unhealthy food on television are more likely to want to eat high-fat and high-sugar foods. The study by researchers in the Institute of Psychology, Health and Society examined the food preferences of a group of 281 children aged six to 13 years old from the North West of England.
Business/Economics - Physics/Astronomy - 28.06.2011
Wars steadily increase for over a century, fed by more borders and cheaper conflict
New research by the University of Warwick and Humboldt University shows that the frequency of wars between states increased steadily from 1870 to 2001 by 2% a year on average. The research argues that conflict is being fed by economic growth and the proliferation of new borders.
Wars steadily increase for over a century, fed by more borders and cheaper conflict
New research by the University of Warwick and Humboldt University shows that the frequency of wars between states increased steadily from 1870 to 2001 by 2% a year on average. The research argues that conflict is being fed by economic growth and the proliferation of new borders.
Medicine/Pharmacology - Business/Economics - 21.06.2011
Older people less likely to fall if they pay attention to their feet
Just as grey hair and wrinkles are widely accepted as a natural part of ageing, so is an increased risk of falling, which can happen for many reasons and with devastating consequences, including increased likelihood of injury, hospitalisation and even death.
Older people less likely to fall if they pay attention to their feet
Just as grey hair and wrinkles are widely accepted as a natural part of ageing, so is an increased risk of falling, which can happen for many reasons and with devastating consequences, including increased likelihood of injury, hospitalisation and even death.
Administration/Government - Business/Economics - 16.06.2011
Extent of kinship revealed for first time: poverty and deprivation common amongst invisible group of children
A major study reveals for the first time the number of children being brought up by a relative instead of their mother or father. ‘Spotlight on Kinship Care' is the first study to quantify the number of children being looked after by family members in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland and is based on data from the 2001 Census.
Extent of kinship revealed for first time: poverty and deprivation common amongst invisible group of children
Business/Economics - Earth Sciences - 23.05.2011
New atlas shows austerity hitting the poor rather than the rich
New atlas shows austerity hitting the poor rather than the rich Researchers at the University of Sheffield have created a unique atlas which is an authoritative record of the changing social geography of Britain.
New atlas shows austerity hitting the poor rather than the rich
Medicine/Pharmacology - Business/Economics - 18.05.2011
Defence Estate study
The HERO Review by the Centre for Defence Studies, King's College London, for Morgan Sindall Group plc proposes more effective MoD partnering with local authorities and the private sector, new approaches to home ownership and separation of MOD operational and support responsibilities.
Defence Estate study
Medicine/Pharmacology - Business/Economics - 10.05.2011
Prolonged breastfeeding may be linked to fewer behaviour problems
Breastfeeding for four months or more is associated with fewer behavioural problems in children at age 5, an Oxford University study suggests. The findings, published in the journal Archives of Disease in Childhood , add to the evidence base on the benefits of breastfeeding.
Prolonged breastfeeding may be linked to fewer behaviour problems
Medicine/Pharmacology - Business/Economics - 6.04.2011
Plain cigarette packets could help stop people taking up smoking
Plain cigarette packaging could help prevent people taking up the habit but would have little effect on those who already smoke on a daily basis, according to new research from the UK Centre for Tobacco Studies (UKCTCS), which has bases at the Universities of Bristol and Bath.
Plain cigarette packets could help stop people taking up smoking
Pedagogy/Education Science - Business/Economics - 14.03.2011
Breastfed children do better at school
Science 14 Mar 11 Researchers have shown that breastfeeding causes children to do better at school. The research conducted by Oxford University and the Institute for Social and Economic Research, Essex University, found that as little as four weeks of breastfeeding for a newborn baby has a significant effect on brain development, which persists until the child is at least 14 years old.
Breastfed children do better at school
Environmental Sciences - Business/Economics - 8.03.2011
Groundbreaking research finds small farms are sustainable
That’s the key finding of a major piece of groundbreaking research from an academic at the University of Plymouth. The research could play a significant part in the transition to a more sustainable society, increasing local food production and boosting the rural economy in both developed and developing countries.
Groundbreaking research finds small farms are sustainable
That’s the key finding of a major piece of groundbreaking research from an academic at the University of Plymouth. The research could play a significant part in the transition to a more sustainable society, increasing local food production and boosting the rural economy in both developed and developing countries.
Business/Economics - 28.02.2011
Smartphones the grip of death
Press release issued 28 February 2011 The growth in the demand of smartphones has highlighted the complexities of wireless communications through problems of reduced sensitivity when the user holds some devices. New research has been investigating this problem, along with developing new solutions to overcome the loss of connectivity.
Smartphones the grip of death
Medicine/Pharmacology - Business/Economics - 16.02.2011
Water softeners not found to improve childhood eczema
Water softeners not found to improve childhood eczema
Medicine/Pharmacology - Business/Economics - 9.02.2011
Huge decline in HIV rates in Zimbabwe driven by fear of infection, says study
Huge decline in HIV rates in Zimbabwe driven by fear of infection, says study
Medicine/Pharmacology - Business/Economics - 31.01.2011
Morning after pill linked to increase in STIs, study shows
Morning after pill linked to increase in STIs, study shows
Business/Economics - Mathematics - 6.01.2011
New study evaluates different strategies for chlamydia screening
New study evaluates different strategies for chlamydia screening
Business/Economics - Environmental Sciences - 17.12.2010
You only live once: our flawed understanding of risk helps drive financial market instability
You only live once: our flawed understanding of risk helps drive financial market instability
Medicine/Pharmacology - Business/Economics - 13.12.2010
New research centre will bridge the gap between academia and health policy
New research centre will bridge the gap between academia and health policy
Environmental Sciences - Business/Economics - 1.12.2010
Developed world at risk of forgetting about AIDS pandemic
Developed world at risk of forgetting about AIDS pandemic
Chemistry - Business/Economics - 29.11.2010
Breakthrough in the search for high quality fuels from inexpensive biomass
Breakthrough in the search for high quality fuels from inexpensive biomass
Business/Economics - Medicine/Pharmacology - 27.10.2010
Scientists call for tighter regulations on food adverts during children’s TV viewing
Scientists call for tighter regulations on food adverts during children’s TV viewing
Medicine/Pharmacology - Business/Economics - 11.08.2010
Free statins with fast food could neutralise heart risk
Free statins with fast food could neutralise heart risk
Medicine/Pharmacology - Business/Economics - 12.07.2010
Could our minds be tricked into satisfying our stomachs?
Could our minds be tricked into satisfying our stomachs?
Medicine/Pharmacology - Business/Economics - 24.06.2010
Health of future generations determined by childhood conditions
Health of future generations determined by childhood conditions
Business/Economics - Medicine/Pharmacology - 22.04.2010
Sports stars are no role models, say scientists
Sports stars are no role models, say scientists
Medicine/Pharmacology - Business/Economics - 1.03.2010
Global child health and tuberculosis goals are being missed?
Global child health and tuberculosis goals are being missed?
Business/Economics - Medicine/Pharmacology - 22.02.2010
Was post-communist mass privatisation a serial killer?
Was post-communist mass privatisation a serial killer?
Life Sciences - Business/Economics - 21.12.2009
Seven European Research Council Advanced Grants for UCL
Seven European Research Council Advanced Grants for UCL
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Medicine/Pharmacology - Business/Economics - 21.02
Recession increases work-related stress by 40 per cent, study finds
Recession increases work-related stress by 40 per cent, study finds
Business/Economics - Environmental Sciences - 15.02
£9.3 million project to improve oil refining in Russia gets the green light
£9.3 million project to improve oil refining in Russia gets the green light
Business/Economics - 2.02
First international client confirmed for new marine facility at Plymouth University
First international client confirmed for new marine facility at Plymouth University
Administration/Government - Business/Economics - 18.01
Report backs government-funded older people’s advice service
Report backs government-funded older people’s advice service
Pedagogy/Education Science - Business/Economics - 11.01
Science career ’not for me’ say many 10 year olds
Science career ’not for me’ say many 10 year olds
Business/Economics - 14.12.2011
Quotas for women in local politics brings surge in documented crimes against women in India
Quotas for women in local politics brings surge in documented crimes against women in India
Business/Economics - Administration/Government - 2.12.2011
Warwick economist to lead £15 million research initiative into private enterprise in developing countries
Warwick economist to lead £15 million research initiative into private enterprise in developing countries
Social Sciences - Business/Economics - 2.11.2011
Half of British workforce ill-treated in past two years
Half of British workforce ill-treated in past two years
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