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Shorter family court proceedings improve outcomes for children
A study examining the impact of shorter family court care proceedings on children found more ended up in stable placements and those still needing one faced less of a wait.
Read moreFamilies needed for UEA study on early brain development
Researchers at the University of East Anglia are looking for families to take part in a major project studying brain development in children.
Read moreDNA influences selection of partners for educational achievement
A study co-led by the University of East Anglia has found that people with genes for high educational achievement tend to marry, and have children with, people with similar DNA.
Read moreNew guidelines aim to improve understanding of scientific data
UEA researchers have produced guidelines to improve the communication and understanding of scientific data - using knowledge of how the human brain processes visual and written information.
Read moreClose friendships between children can influence responses to fear
New research led by the University of East Anglia shows that close friends may influence how school-aged children think about danger.
Read moreIncentive pay schemes can affect employee well-being
Incentive-related pay schemes can stress rather than motivate employees, according to new research by the University of East Anglia.
Read moreA sugary drinks tax has wider economic as well as health benefits
The wider economic benefits of a tax on sugary drinks need to be recognised by policymakers if retailers pricing behaviour is to be changed, according to a study led by the University of East Anglia.
Read moreTherapy produces long-lasting improvements for stroke survivors
A new study by researchers at the University of East Anglia and the University of Glasgow has found that a low-cost therapy can improve the lives of stroke patients with vision problems.
Read moreNew essay collection challenges ‘nature-nurture’ debate
For anyone who has ever wondered whether their child's traits are a product of genes or parenting practices, a major new project could help provide the answer.
Read moreReality TV helps explain how brain reacts to social feedback
Ever wondered what goes through the contestants heads on reality TV shows like Strictly Come Dancing, The Apprentice or Big Brother when they learn the results of the public vote?
Read moreBehavioural science can help tackle problem of idling engines
New research suggests that insights from behavioural science can help inform the design of road signs to bring about changes in driver behaviour.
Read moreLocal weather impacts melting of Antarctica’s glaciers
Local weather plays an important part in the retreat of the ice shelves in West Antarctica, according to new research published in the journal Nature Communications.
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