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Social solutions for socio-economic issues

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The next step involves implementing schemes and programmes that can support people living in poverty and help them to achieve financial security. In rural communities, on the other hand, access to these basic needs can be harder to come by. Rural communities are often cut off from much of the money that moves around in the big cities.

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Using big datasets to find out what affects children’s quality of life

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Professor Birgitta Rabe is using this data to inform government support for children’s well-being. Policy — a particular course of action, usually led by the government. Policymaker — a person responsible for making policies, most usually government policies. TALK LIKE AN … ECONOMIST. Understanding Society.

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Fields and fungicides: mixing microbiology and social science

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We come from a variety of backgrounds including microbiology, human geography and theology,” says Dr Andy Jones, the theologian in the group. We come from a variety of backgrounds including microbiology, human geography and theology,” says Dr Andy Jones, the theologian in the group. Aimee recommends seeking lab experience.

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SHAPE in Schools: Changing mindsets in support of social sciences, humanities and the arts

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Lessons from SHAPE form the cornerstone of governance, culture and community. A recent pilot study funded by the LSE trialled ways of achieving this, engaging with teachers and learners in 11 schools across the UK through a range of activities. SHAPE subjects are, in fact, just as vital to society as STEM.

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Modelling mines: how can a new 3D modelling platform make mining more sustainable and be part of the solution to climate change?

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Many governments around the world are putting a lot of faith in EVs to help them reach their climate targets. This means that testing different predictions and scenarios can be done rapidly, and better characterisation of the orebodies can be achieved. As it is open source, it is accessible to a wide range of users.

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The power of geographic information systems: bringing data to life with maps

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Talk like a geographic information systems expert Cartography — map making Environmental justice — ensuring equitable access to the environment for all people. I went to university to study geography, then started a master’s in meteorology. I’ve been working for the EPA for 30 years, and it’s been a great career.

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Prosecuting rap: can we get racial discrimination out of the courtroom?

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My proudest achievement is completing my PhD. Instead of criminalising street gangs , government policies should support young people through employment, education and training opportunities, but, in recent years, youth support services have seen their funding cut. I also watched a lot of legal dramas on TV. Learn more here.