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Stimulating women’s entrepreneurship in contexts of oppression
Applying insights from a recent article published in the Academy of Management Perspectives, Dr Jennifer Jennings discusses critical precursors to entrepreneurship for women living under oppressive conditions.
Deliberate structural injustice through law
Kati Rantala’s recent article on silent stakeholders addresses the dilemmas in normative inclusive lawmaking that often overlook harsh realities behind the rhetoric.(1) Here, she explores structural injustice in law and its impact on silent stakeholders in subordinate positions, citing examples from Finland.
Working toward fairer global scholarly communication
Angel Y. Ford at the University at Albany charts working toward a more just global landscape of research output valuation and dissemination.
Rethinking slavery at the Cape
Rethinking slavery at the Cape: Although slavery was common, the Cape was not a ‘slave economy’ in the strict sense, as it did not rely solely on slavery for economic surplus, according to Lund University’s Professor Erik Green.
Why aren’t schools teaching data science?
Nancy Butler Songer highlights the importance of data literacy skills for pre-university students. The Life Right Here and Everywhere Project aims to equip youth with essential data science skills, fostering confidence and addressing challenges in integrating data into lessons.
Harmony among civilizations: The influence of Chinese philosophy on Western idealism and contemporary revolutionary...
Germaine A. Hoston of the University of California, San Diego, demonstrates the influence of Neo-Confucianism on European idealism and Marxist revolutionary thought.
Human history: What’s most distinctive about humans as a species, viewed collectively?
What’s most distinctive about humans as a species, viewed collectively in human history? Penelope J. Corfield from the Royal Holloway, London University explores this critical question.
How EIT food fosters bioeconomy entrepreneurship: From policy to people – and back
Representatives of EIT Food Education discuss the importance of entrepreneurship education in advancing Europe’s bioeconomy, highlighting that a sustainable economy relies on bio-based solutions and overcoming skills gaps.
Democracy: From polarization to common ground
Jared Wesley, PhD, discusses how the Common Ground team at the University of Alberta helps individuals renew their commitment to decency and respect within democracies. This conversation addresses issues concerning political polarization and research on populism.
Adapting effective sexual assault prevention for online delivery
Can an in-person intervention that decreases young women’s risk of sexual assault maintain its effectiveness when adapted for online facilitation? Our recent research set out to answer this question.
Depoliticisation as a silencer in lawmaking
In her thought-provoking commentary, Kati Rantala from the Faculty of Social Sciences delves into the concept of depoliticisation, exploring how it acts as a silencer in lawmaking. She examines the rhetoric surrounding inclusivity and participation in the normative basis for regulatory policy.
European colonialism and the grand strategy myth: The case of the Cape colony
Erik Green, Professor at Lund University in Sweden, investigates European colonialism and the myth of a grand strategy, setting forth the case of the Cape colony.
Refugee integration – Thoughts about what NOT to say and do
In the article, Philipp C. Wichardt highlights the importance of empathy in addressing anxiety about refugee movements. He argues that dismissing these fears is unhelpful; instead, acknowledging and validating them fosters connection and openness, ultimately reducing tensions and promoting integration.
The bridge revolution: Mind sports reshape Scotland’s educational landscape
Mind sports education is gaining momentum in schools. Researchers at the University of Stirling are investigating the ways that strategic games like bridge can enhance skills development and academic engagement.
A crisis in STEM education: We must fund STEM education research focused on interdisciplinary...
Reductions in STEM education funding occur at a crucial time when interdisciplinary problem-solving is vital for innovation. Nancy Butler Songer highlights the importance of Iterative Science and Engineering (ISE) programs, where students engage in cycles of designing and testing solutions to regional problems.
Filicide: Hope for the future
Research shows that health and welfare services are key in preventing filicide. Thea Brown, Professor Emeritus at Monash University, highlights the need for improved training and education on this issue.
Empowering communities through citizen science: Redefining prosperity in Tanzania
The Citizen Prosperity Index offers essential data for effective policymaking and community action, aligning with global development goals focused on community empowerment and sustainable growth, key priorities for organisations like the UNDP.
The role of research and knowledge creation in decolonization
Geraldine Balzer from the University of Saskatchewan emphasizes the importance of reciprocity and relationality in research with Indigenous communities, advocating for collaborative knowledge generation that respects community values and involves extended engagement.
The decline of volunteering in the U.S explained
Rebecca Nesbit, Ph.D. from the University of Georgia, and Laurie E. Paarlberg, Ph.D. from Indiana University – Indianapolis, initiate a discussion on the decline of volunteering in the United States. They emphasize the significance of this trend and suggest ways to address it.
Integrated research on psychotherapy and social work: A holonical approach to child abuse intervention...
Professor Norifumi Senga from Kansai University discusses his research on effective intervention methods for child abuse. His work emphasises the Holonical Approach, which focuses on understanding the complex interactions within systems to enhance child protection strategies.
