Nitrogen pollution, climate and land use
A new report quantifies for the first time how much our food choices affect pollutant nitrogen emissions, climate change and land-use across Europe.
Environment
Apr 25, 2014
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News tagged with product choices
Testis size matters for genome evolution
In many primates, females mate with multiple partners, causing an often-intense competition amongst males to pass along their DNA to be king of the genome as well as the jungle.
Evolution
Mar 5, 2014
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Wearing high heels can change the way you shop
New study finds physical experience of balance influences consumer choices.
Social Sciences
Aug 26, 2013
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Adding veggies to your diet helps cut global warming
If the carnivorous U.S. population – as a whole – ate a more-vegetarian diet that included egg and milk products, the environment would be greatly relieved, says a preliminary Cornell study.
Environment
May 10, 2013
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Comparison investing: Why are consumers more willing to take risks when they can compare products?
Consumers are more willing to take risks and accept delays in exchange for greater benefits when they are able to compare products, according to a new study in the Journal of Consumer Research.
Social Sciences
Mar 5, 2013
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White House says phone 'unlocking' should be legal
The White House said Monday it agrees with a citizen petition arguing that "unlocking" of mobile phones to allow users to switch carriers should be legal.
Telecom
Mar 4, 2013
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Samsung: Apple trying to limit consumer choice
(AP)—Samsung on Saturday accused Apple of resorting to litigation in an effort to limit consumer choice after the iPhone maker said it was seeking to stop the sale of Galaxy S III smartphones in the United States.
Business
Sep 1, 2012
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Antimicrobials from personal care products found in statewide survey of Minnesota's rivers and lakes
In our zest for cleanliness, have we permanently muddied our nation's waters?
Environment
Aug 15, 2012
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Are consumers aware that they are drawn to the center when choosing products?
Consumers are more likely to select products located in the horizontal center of a display and may not make the best choices as a result, according to a new study in the Journal of Consumer Research.
Social Sciences
Jul 16, 2012
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Hormone-mimicking chemicals cause inter-species mating
Hormone-mimicking chemicals released into rivers have been found to impact the mating choices of fish, a new study has revealed. The controversial chemical BPA, which emits oestrogen-like properties, was found to alter an ...
Ecology
Jul 11, 2012
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