Biased local news coverage contributes to rape culture
When the news media reflects a "rape culture" in communities, more rapes occur but few arrests are made by local police, according to a new study.
Social Sciences
Oct 3, 2018
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Speaking out about sexual violence on social media may not challenge gendered power relations
Feminists are celebrating a new generation of women who fearlessly share their stories of sexual violence on social media and other digital platforms, confronting established limits on talking about rape.
Social Sciences
Sep 28, 2018
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Forensic linguistics gives victims and the wrongfully convicted the voices they deserve
"Most people take language for granted, but not you … You and I both appreciate the power and specificity of words." This quote, taken from the recent Netflix series Manhunt: Unabomber, sums up nicely the notion that language ...
Social Sciences
Aug 22, 2018
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Seeing the light: Scientists unlock seed germination process
The MFT gene stops seeds germinating in the dark or under shady conditions, where their chances of survival would be poor, according to new research from the University of York.
Ecology
Aug 7, 2018
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Biases may stoke victim blaming, or reduce it, no matter what the crime
General biases may be at work when people blame or criticize victims of crimes, including rape and robbery victims, according to criminologists. These biases may lead them to criticize, or avoid the criticism of victims of ...
Social Sciences
Jun 21, 2018
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Natural predators protect oilseed rape crops from pollen beetles
Oilseed rape fields are home to a variety of insects that bother farmers. The pollen beetle is one of them. The beetle's larvae feed on the flower buds of oilseed rape causing damage and crop failure. The larvae of weevil ...
Ecology
May 23, 2018
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New research warns of a resistance gene at risk in oilseed rape
A new study by University of Hertfordshire researchers has discovered that an important source of gene resistance against one of the leading pathogens of oilseed rape, Phoma stem canker, is becoming less effective, which ...
Biotechnology
May 2, 2018
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Temperature resilient crops now an 'achievable dream'
Breeding temperature-resilient crops is an "achievable dream" in one of the most important species of commercially-cultivated plants, according to a new study.
Biotechnology
Feb 12, 2018
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Opinion: What rape culture says about masculinity
The phrase "rape culture" elicits strong responses. Prominent among them are confusion, scoffs, anger and even anonymous vitriol from internet "haters." When I posted on Facebook that I was seeking pro-feminist men to participate ...
Social Sciences
Oct 17, 2017
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More stringent rape laws reduce chances a country will face civil war, study finds
Countries that have longer punitive sentences for rape crimes are less likely to have civil war and strife, according to a new study led by a University of Kansas researcher.
Social Sciences
Sep 6, 2017
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