By Andrew Crane, Professor of Business and Society, University of Bath
Frozen food retailer Iceland says it wants to amplify its customers’ voices – but there’s a lack of transparency in its plans.
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By Mel Lacey, Associate Professor of Molecular Microbiology, Sheffield Hallam University
Escherichia coli (which most of us know better as E coli) has a bit of a bad reputation. Many know it as the harmful bug that can cause a stomach illness, urinary tract infections, kidney failure and even death. But this reputation is slightly unfair. There are many types of E coli – and many play an important role in a healthy gut microbiome.
E coli was discovered nearly 140 years ago when it was isolated from the poop of a German baby. Since then, it’s become the…
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By Colin Marshall, Associate Professor of Philosophy, University of Washington
People deeply want to believe they are good, reasonable and worthy. A little humility and curiosity can go a long way toward helping someone feel respected during an argument.
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By David Sterling Brown, Associate Professor of English, Trinity College
Considered the greatest writer in English literature, William Shakespeare illustrates views on race and whiteness throughout all of his dramatic works.
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By Karen Jacobsen, Henry J. Leir Chair in Global Migration, Fletcher School of Law & Diplomacy, Tufts University
People who enter the US as refugees or with asylum generally adapt quickly and become productive members of society. But cities need help getting them settled and employed.
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By Matthew Wilson, Associate Professor of Political Science, University of South Carolina
One-third of Americans think that “rule by a strong leader or the military would be a good way of governing their country.” Are they losing faith in democracy?
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By Zawadi Rucks-Ahidiana, Assistant Professor of Sociology, University at Albany, State University of New York
Freeden Blume Oeur, Associate Professor of Sociology, Tufts University
Du Bois’ study, published in 1899, detailed the social conditions of poor Black residents of the Seventh Ward. The area is now home to some of Philadelphia’s ritziest neighborhoods.
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By Rising Voices
Europe's linguistic diversity is increasingly finding a home online. Rising Voices’ @EuroDigitalLang campaign showcases narratives from a language activist who will be sharing digital initiatives working with the Aragonese language.
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By James Hall, Lecturer, Media & Cultural Studies, Edith Cowan University
The temporary boycott led to the removal of music from artists including Harry Styles Adele, Billie Eilish, Drake, Post Malone, Kendrick Lamar and Kanye West.
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By Carla Jacquelyn du Toit, Newton International Fellow, University of Cambridge
Africa’s hadeda ibises can sense vibrations using a special sensory organ in their beaks. But they need moist soil for it to work.
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