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.

innovations-report offers informative reports and articles related to the social sciences field including demographic developments, family and career issues, geriatric research, conflict research, generational studies and criminology research.

Keeping and developing the skills of older people

How can you keep the skills and experience of older employees within a business if declining strength means that a continued employment at the original…

Consuming for friendship

However, the gap between households who are well off and those who struggle is growing. At the same time, children face a growing pressure to consume in order…

Gender inequality limits the freedom of individual life trajectories

NRP 60 took a close look at gender equality in Switzerland in 21 research projects. The synthesis of the knowledge gained in the programme is now available….

Doing research to reduce poverty and global risks

Last year, funding decisions for three out of six research modules of the r4d programme were taken. Now, the first 17 transnational research partnerships have…

A new tool to measure the speed of aging

A strong handshake can say a lot about a person—it can indicate power, confidence, health, or aggression. Now scientists say that the strength of a person’s…

Psilocybin inhibits the processing of negative emotions in the brain

Emotions like fear, anger, sadness, and joy enable people to adjust to their environment and react flexibly to stress and strain and are vital for cognitive…

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