Social Sciences
This area deals with the latest developments in the field of empirical and theoretical research as it relates to the structure and function of institutes and systems, their social interdependence and how such systems interact with individual behavior processes.
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Playful adults preferred in choice of partner
Playful adults are fond of wordplay, like improvising, approach a challenge lightheartedly, take pleasure in unusual things, deal with others in a playful way,…
The sound of intellect: Job seeker's voice reveals intelligence
A new study by University of Chicago Booth School of Business Professor Nicholas Epley and Ph.D. candidate Juliana Schroeder found that when hypothetical…
New insight into how brain performs 'mental time travel'
It is an extreme example of what neuroscientists term “mental time travel” – the recollection of memories so rich in detail regarding the time and place of an…
Urban design influences level of physical activity in Chinese cities
“While not surprising,” write the authors in their study published in the journal Preventive Medicine, “this finding is important, as it demonstrates that the…
The benefits of voluntary work for the working population
Although the majority of people doing unpaid work are also gainfully employed, earlier studies mainly focused on the effects of voluntary work on pensioners….
Mental Borders. Job Chances for highly qualified migrants
A book has just been published outlining the results from a recently concluded international, VW Foundation-supported study group consisting of researchers…