As debates rage about the legal status of immigrants, researchers still lack enough data—and enough of the right data—to help policy makers make better, more informed decisions, according to a team of sociologists and ...
Social Sciences
Jan 14, 2015
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Activism in the workplace surrounding lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) issues is often effective at changing a company's social policies – even before government mandates bring about change, according to a ...
Social Sciences
Aug 20, 2014
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If you live in a disaster-prone area, you likely have an emergency kit that includes a medical kit, flash lights and extra batteries.
Other
Dec 12, 2012
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A technology developed by a Florida company can transform any residence can into a smart home.
Energy & Green Tech
Jul 17, 2012
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Support for welfare policies goes up when economic difficulties strike higher up the social scale, new research shows.
Social Sciences
Jun 28, 2012
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A group of environmental scientists say a problem-ridden economic model designed to slow deforestation can be improved by applying key concepts from the insurance industry.
Environment
Apr 18, 2012
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A paper by economists at the Indiana University School of Public and Environmental Affairs and the Cornell University College of Human Ecology points to the difficult policy trade-offs that the U.S. faces as it implements ...
Economics & Business
Sep 27, 2011
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