Yale defends plans for new college in Singapore
Students at Yale University's new liberal arts college in Singapore will have academic freedom but won't be able to stage protests on campus, Yale officials say.
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Jul 21, 2012
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News tagged with economic prosperity
New study finds fastest-growing cities not the most prosperous
As communities seek new ways to emerge from the recession, many may look to growing their population as a strategy. However, the belief that population growth will bring jobs and economic prosperity for local residents is ...
Economics & Business
Jul 19, 2012
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Young Americans recognize the impact of innovation on US economy according to survey
The 2012 Lemelson-MIT Invention Index , announced today, indicates that young Americans are acutely aware of the importance of invention and innovation in their personal lives, and within the context of the nation's economy. ...
Social Sciences
Jan 25, 2012
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India's uranium mines cast a health shadow
Gudiya Das whines as flies settle on her face, waiting for her mother to swat them while she lies on a cot in Ichra, one in a cluster of villages around India's only functioning uranium mines.
Environment
Dec 5, 2011
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Florida poll: Research important for state economy, jobs
A majority of Floridians (87%) believe it is important for their state to be a leader in science and medical research, according to a new state poll commissioned by Research!America. The poll also shows that 80% think spending ...
Economics & Business
Oct 27, 2011
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ESRC report examines the pathway to economic recovery
Authored by Economics writer Romesh Vaitilingam, Recovery Britain: research evidence to underpin a productive, fair and sustainable return to growth examines some of the challenges the UK faces after the longest and deepest ...
Economics & Business
Jan 27, 2011
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Parking space management: Remove a spot, reduce global warming?
"Parking management is a critical and often overlooked tool for achieving a variety of social goals," according to a new study released Wednesday by the Institute for Transportation and Development Policy in New York.
Environment
Jan 25, 2011
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New report summarizes key themes in American doctoral education
A new report recently released by the National Science Foundation, titled "Doctorate Recipients from U.S. Universities: 2009," presents a statistical overview of the U.S. doctoral education system in snapshots and long-term ...
Social Sciences
Dec 3, 2010
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Study links gridlock to slow job growth
(PhysOrg.com) -- Commuters well versed in the physical and psychological tolls of traffic congestion can now add an economic effect to the list. A new UC Irvine study found that places with sluggish commutes - usually an ...
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Jan 26, 2009
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