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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Researchers find law-abiding majority to be more than willing to engage in illegal and unfair practices in the market place

Professor Susanne Karstedt and Dr. Stephen Farrall analysed survey results from nearly 4,500 people aged 25-65 living in England and Wales, the former Western…

Desire to climb property ladder highlights class divisions

Despite the nation's seeming obsession with property, the class system is alive and well when it comes to moving house. The research from Sheffield Hallam…

Crime­a problem for the poor

“This is not because poor people often live in segregated areas or that the poor have a different life style than other people. It appears, rather, that…

New research explains why nice guys finish first

It is already acknowledged that, whether it is rescuing strangers from burning buildings, donating blood or returning a wallet found in the street, humans are…

Manchester launches drive to lead research on China

The launch of the Centre for Chinese Studies and Confucius Institute will be celebrated on the University’s Foundation Day on October 18. The event will mark…

Intensive support stops antisocial behaviour

Interim findings from a three year evaluation of ASB Intensive Family Support Projects indicate that in 85 per cent of cases intensive support resulted in…

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