Trial and web error: when jury members go online
Almost a quarter of people on jury service are confused about rules on internet use during a trial, according to findings from the UCL Jury Project.
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- Trial and web error: when jury members go online
- Torture by any other name
- Female surgeons: cutting the gender gap
- Zimbabwe land reforms: myths and surprises
- Reforming the Portuguese VAT system
Torture by any other name
Western states prefer to define torture legally rather than on ethical terms, to avoid moral and political responsibility, according to research.
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Female surgeons: cutting the gender gap
Despite more women than men studying at UK medical schools, women are far less likely than male colleagues to pursue a career in surgery.
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Zimbabwe land reforms: myths and surprises
An ESRC/DFID-supported study presents some surprising results of the controversial Zimbabwean land reform - and challenges five myths.
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Reforming the Portuguese VAT system
Recommendations by Professor Rita de la Feria led to reforms in Portugal's 2012 State Budget - and savings of 1.2 per cent GDP.
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Celebrating Impact Prize 2013: the videos
Watch the videos presenting the 2013 Celebrating Impact Prize winners, their work and impact.
Society Now - spring 2013
See our features on income and spending options for the UK, the Workplace Employee Relations Survey, EU membership debate, and the referendum on Scottish independence.
Features
New health data will reveal links between social circumstances and health
Building on waves 1 and 2 of the main Understanding Society survey, the first release of health assessment data is now available.
Teaching complex language through storytelling
'Story time' in primary schools can be used as a subtle way to introduce complex language structures to young children, shows research.
Misjudging the risk of extreme events
Both insurance buyers and insurance sellers frequently fail to accurately assess risks from natural hazards, according to a new report.
New online tool for language researchers
The new Instruments for Research into Second Language Learning (IRIS) database allows free upload and download of research materials.
European survey shows work and wellbeing impact from recession
More pressure at work, increased job insecurity and less trust in political institutions are some of the impacts of the recession, according to ESS report.
Feeling the pain of others
New research has established a definite link between the physical condition synaesthesia and the capacity for feeling empathy.
Impact case studies
Reforming the Portuguese VAT system
Recommendations by Professor Rita de la Feria led to reforms in Portugal's 2012 State Budget which generated savings of 1.2 per cent GDP.
Data lays foundation for alcohol pricing policy
UKDS datasets underpin the research evidence which UK and Scottish governments are using for plans to reduce alcohol misuse.
Carrier bag levy provoked media response worldwide
A BRASS study of the impact of the 2011 single use carrier bag levy created worldwide media attention and has been used in ongoing consultation.