The number of kids being diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder ( ASD) and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder ( ADHD) has risen sharply in recent decades, and a new study points to the common plastic additive bisphenol A (BPA) as a potential reason why. https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0289841
Winners of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine tend to reduce their research output after claiming the prestigious honor, according to a new study – suggesting that bagging the prize isn't so desirable for those who want to stay productive and relevant. While the data analysis isn't detailed enough to prove cause and effect, it shows an interesting pattern. A working paper on the research has been published by the National Bureau of Economic Research, though it hasn't been peer-reviewed. https://www.nber.org/papers/w31352
Here is an article from Dr. Sven Beiker, a professor of management practice at Stanford University and the founder and managing director of Silicon Valley Mobility, a consulting and advisory firm for future mobility. The article explores how vehicle architecture, form, and graphics play a key role in shaping trust and safety perceptions. https://www.intendedfuture.ai/futureinsight/crafting-trust-the-design-dna-of-safe-autonomous-vehicles Do you think it is essential the vehicle design for trust perceptions?
It would be interesting if Dr. Holdsworth could tell us how newsletter platforms (Substack, etc.) can be used for building an online presence for researchers.
Chevening Scholarships enable outstanding emerging leaders from all over the world to pursue one-year master’s degrees in the UK. The deadline for applications is 7 November 2023. https://www.chevening.org/scholarships/
Also, I advise potential applicants to consult with their mentors, peers, and potential collaborators, who can give them more insights and feedback about choosing engineering schools.
Students can explore the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physics with this free lesson. This discovery gives humans the tools to explore the world of electrons inside atoms and molecules. It's easy to get started with the lesson, which includes a slideshow with a speaker’s manuscript, a short video, and a student worksheet. https://www.nobelprize.org/nobel-prize-lessons-physics-2023/ Do you find it interesting for your students?
Six modules to train higher education managers and staff, and more useful and practical. This project's activities focus on HE managers' further professional development. Find the links and QR codes in the brochure. Link: https://www.euraxess.bg/bulgaria/news/links-and-qrs-all-uniwelis-project-outcomes-now-available
This mPreneur project toolkit for young people offers comprehensive resources, guidance, and practical tips to empower and equip young aspiring entrepreneurs to develop sustainable, innovative mobile solutions for community challenges. Get this toolkit here https://mpreneur.myouth.eu/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/mPreneur-Toolkit.pdf There you can read my article about the Power of Big Data and Open Data in Social Mobile Entrepreneurship.
The shift to hybrid working “has been perhaps the most radical change to office life since the introduction of the computer”, argues the Stanford economist Nicholas Bloom. He argues that WFH will undergo a Nike swoosh pattern, meaning that it will drop initially as people return to the office, but then stabilize and increase gradually in the long run. https://www.economist.com/by-invitation/2023/08/29/nicholas-bloom-predicts-a-working-from-home-nike-swoosh What is your opinion?
The Weatherhead Center for International Affairs invites applications for Visiting Scholars and Postdoctoral Fellows for the 2024–2025 academic year. The deadline is November 1, 2023. Link: https://researchersjob.com/visiting-scholars-and-postdoctoral-fellows/
Success in the Workplace: Reducing Stress and Burnout event with Dr. Nimitha Menon and Alex Boucher with host Danielle Guzman on October 4 at 10 am ET/2 pm GMT for a MercerAudio discussion on the impact of stress and burnout in the workplace and how to reduce it. https://www.linkedin.com/events/successintheworkplace-reducings7109908748441124864/
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