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Close 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.
Read moreUEA’s India@70 programme launches
Leaders from the UK and India involved in developing new academic and business relations will meet at the High Commission of India today to examine post-Brexit opportunities.
Read moreUEA, Loughborough help Tesco go greener and cut energy bills
Academics at UEA and Loughborough University have helped Tesco reduce its carbon footprint and save on its energy bill by proposing alterations to the working practices of its store staff.
Read moreUNESCO Chair programme on inequalities in adult education
A major new research programme will be launched today at the University of East Anglia to help improve understanding about how adult learning can address inequalities in the poorest communities of the world.
Read morePharmacist medicines reconciliation reduces patient harm
A pilot study shows that medicines reconciliation provided by pharmacists can significantly reduce medicine discrepancies and may be associated with reductions in length of hospital stay and readmission.
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