Social and Political Sciences, Philosophy, and Anthropology

Public and community engagement key to enhancing urban living conditions and environmental decision making in China, study says

Public and community engagement in decision making is key to enhancing urban living conditions and the environment in China, a...

Magicians don’t mind sharing the secrets behind tricks – if they are their own, study shows

Magic is one of the oldest forms of entertainment, and much of its enchantment is said to rely on the...

Political parties in South America relied on will of the people to implement major economic reforms, analysis shows

The success and legacy of major economic reforms in Ecuador and El Salvador has depended on the will of the...

Use of the term “postcode lottery” has changed dramatically over time – and means different things to different people, study shows

Experts tracing how the phrase ‘postcode lottery’ became a cliché in British politics have found its meaning has changed dramatically...

Emphasising children’s bodily integrity key to protecting them against genital cutting and modification practices, study says

Emphasising children’s rights over their own bodies should play a key role in protecting them against genital cutting and modification,...

Help improve breast cancer care for autistic people by taking part in new research

Experts working to improve breast cancer care for autistic people are recruiting participants to share their experiences of breast cancer...

New low carbon insulation made by farm workers could support rural economies, experts hope

The production of low carbon, plant-based insulating blocks by agricultural workers from farm materials could help to support rural economies...

Cornish Assembly and controls on second homes among the priorities captured in new manifesto for Cornwall

A Cornish Assembly, strict action on Cornwall’s housing crisis, and official recognition of Cornish people’s ethnic minority status are among...