Social Science Quote: Nicholas Christakis on the Promise of Social Sciences
Sociologist Nicholas Christakis created a huge stir in 2013 when he argued that social science should contribute more to biomedical fields like neuroscience, computational science and behavioural science. What he missed, of course, is that social science has long contributed to these fields and that our pursuit of complex social justice issues remains our strength!
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Anthropology of Tattooing
There has been a sharp increase in the number of people with tattoos in Western nations. Tattooing and body modification is actually more common than not in most cultures, but there were strong norms against it in Western societies. Professor Nicholas Thomas, Director of the Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology at Cambridge University, says technology has changed how people feel about bodies.
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Social Science Quote: Cornel West on Justice
Today’s social science quote is from philosopher Dr Cornel West, on social justice. Continue reading Social Science Quote: Cornel West on Justice
The World as 100 People.
The World as 100 People.
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Tech Micro Breaks
A psychology study finds that employees who take “micro-breaks” from work (of 2 minutes or so at a time) experience health benefits. The researchers say:
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“The future of cities today depends less on building and more on the mental organisation of socio-economic relations.
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Women Need Sponsors at Work
Women “mentor” and look after their colleagues at work, while men have “sponsors” who help their careers. A 2010 survey by New York think tank the Centre for Talent Innovation found that men are 46% more likely to have sponsors than women.
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Improving Work
Why it’s important to meet the mental, emotional & spiritual needs of your employees.
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Martin Luther King Jr on Injustice
Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.
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Empowering Women in Sustainable Business
Research shows that supporting women in business improves broader social outcomes.
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