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Why electoral systems matter for democracy

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Professor André Blais , from the University of Montreal in Canada, and Professor Damien Bol , from King’s College London in the UK, believe that this variety can lead to very different outcomes – in terms of who gets elected and which policies get implemented.

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Are there ‘rules’ for conveying emotion through art?

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To investigate these questions, a team of researchers from across the world combined their skills and expertise to perform some intriguing experiments. “We The computer was instructed to make its guesses based on the properties the researchers had measured. Or are their effects unpredictable? Others, however, are cultural.

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How can we make STEM subjects more engaging for students?

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Published: At Point Park University in Pittsburgh in the US, education researchers Dr Ginny Chambers , Dr Kamryn York and Dr Mark Marnich are helping pre-service teachers develop their skills in STEM subjects to make learning more enjoyable and effective for their future students. for STEM achieved so far? What has T.I.M.E

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How we read: the neuroscience behind literacy

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Based at the University of Alberta in Canada, Professor Jacqueline Cummine is helping decode how we read – in particular, the important role of our senses – and using these findings to help people who struggle with literacy skills. Our eyes, ears and touch systems all play important roles in reading.”

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How can intelligent systems revolutionise healthcare?

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Responsible AI research and development can lead to advancements in various fields, including transportation, education and sustainability.” The iSMART Lab plays a crucial role in driving responsible AI research and development,” says Narges.

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On the frontline of the biomedical revolution

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Materials and methods for the detection and treatment of diseases are better than ever, and a diverse array of scientists at the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) , Australia, led by Professor Dayong Jin , are at the forefront of this continuous development. Diagnostics, imaging, materials science – people now realise how important it is.”

Biology 98
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Urban farming for urban families

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At 15th Street Farm in Florida, USA, Emmanuel Roux and Professor David Himmelgreen run an education project to help local families learn about their local food systems and make healthier food choices. Emmanuel is a chef, restauranteur and urban farmer, and David is a professor of anthropology.