Platform firms like Uber have adapted to regulations to provide different services and accumulate power, mediating between producers and consumers. The study shows that these companies' power stems from their position in the economy and strategic response to existing regulations.
A Bayes Business School study found that supply chain professionals overestimate technology benefits and underestimate needs, leading to disappointment. The study offers a list of goals, constraints, and benefits to help managers better calibrate expectations.
A recent study by Bayes Business School suggests that accounting firms are better equipped to deliver fair target valuations on mergers and acquisitions compared to investment banks. The research highlights the importance of auditing expertise in determining a company's true value.
A recent study by Dr. Sabrina Germain and Dr. Adrienne Yong found that the COVID-19 pandemic has worsened inequalities in accessing healthcare for ethnic minority and migrant women in the UK. The researchers identified institutional, community perception, and socio-economic barriers that disproportionately affect these groups.
A new report from academics highlights the risks and challenges faced by pregnant women in prison, including patchy care and support services. The authors recommend legislative and policy changes to prioritize community orders and non-punitive options over custodial sentences.
Researchers developed a computational model to simulate alternative spatial structures and types of cell dispersal in human tumors, finding that diverse spatial structures cause tumors to evolve differently. The model predictions are consistent with clinical data for cancer types with matching structures.
A systematic review of 26 studies found that the British food environment hinders weight loss efforts and maintains obesity. Policymakers are advised to address this issue through effective policy changes to create a healthier food environment.
A new study found that media coverage of crises increases governments' emergency humanitarian aid allocations, regardless of the crisis's merit. In contrast, annual humanitarian aid budgets are unaffected by news coverage.
The Health Advances in Underrepresented Populations and Diseases (HARP) PhD Programme aims to address health disparities by training 32 healthcare professionals to research diseases affecting underrepresented groups. The programme provides support for clinicians to gain research experience, with the goal of improving health outcomes fo...
Researchers found that using shopping trolleys with standard horizontal handles reduces spending, while parallel handle designs encourage more purchases. Shoppers who used the standard trolley spent £22, while those with parallel handles spent £29.
A 30-year study in Brazil found that increased ultra-processed food consumption is linked to worsened environmental impacts, including greenhouse gas emissions, water footprint, and ecological footprint. Experts warn that this trend may soon affect other countries due to growing economies and nutrition transitions.
Research by Dr Agne Suziedelyte found no evidence that violent video games increase aggression against people, but did show a link to property destruction. The study suggests that video games may agitate children but does not translate into violence against others.
A new study by Bayes Business School finds that focusing on the present moment can protect against long-term mental health impacts from the COVID-19 pandemic. By reducing feelings of inauthenticity and self-disruption, individuals can maintain their sense of identity and wellbeing.
A new study found that one in fifteen adults experienced threatening or obscene messaging from a partner, with victims at higher risk of mental health issues. Recipients were more likely to be female, younger, and socioeconomically disadvantaged. The study suggests that exposure to these messages could lead to poor health outcomes.
Research by City University London's Business School reveals that fund managers who start their careers in difficult economic conditions perform better over the long-term. They exhibit better market timing and tilt their investments towards defensive industries during tough times.
A new tool helps assess barriers and facilitators to strategic responses, highlighting the impact of COVID-19 on sociological, ecological, and industry domains. The study suggests improving pandemic decision-making through more comprehensive and effective assessments.
A new study finds that delayed hospital floor transfers and ED arrivals on Sundays are associated with a higher short-term risk of delirium in older patients. Delirium is a serious cognitive disorder that can be prevented in up to 40% of cases, and improved processes between the ED and hospital can help reduce its occurrence.
Research reveals that refugees experiencing longer stays in Moria camp are more likely to suffer from acute mental health crises. The study found a significant link between the length of stay and the risk of mental health deterioration, with male refugees being more affected than women.
Dr Martin White's research proposes a two-phase expansion system that can generate up to 28% more power than conventional single-phase systems. The study aims to enhance the performance of Organic Rankine Cycle (ORC) systems for waste heat recovery, reducing environmental footprint in industries such as iron and steel, food, and drink.
A research consortium led by City's Professor Nabil Aouf will develop next-generation AI-based GNC systems for space exploration. The study aims to make a formal link between AI-based machine learning and control theory-based reasoning.
The WavE-Suite project aims to overcome challenges in survivability of wave energy converters using a novel numerical modelling suite. The project combines machine learning techniques for more accurate and efficient simulations, enabling engineers to design reliable and economically viable devices.
Researchers at City St George's, University of London, found that consumers view activist brands critically if they lack moral sensitivity, vision, and integration. To avoid being labeled as 'woke-washers', brands must demonstrate these traits when challenging free speech.
A Delphi survey conducted by City University reveals that experts prioritize protecting personal privacy online due to risks like cyberbullying and financial loss. The study identifies key areas for further research into online privacy, including social networks and regulation.
A new mobile app, Glaucoma in Perspective, provides glaucoma education in a simple, visual format to help patients and their families understand the potential impact of the condition on their lives. The app covers topics such as visual field tests, eye pressure management, and treatment options.
New research suggests that observing others' decision-making can teach people to make better decisions themselves. The study, co-authored by Professor Irene Scopelliti, tested the effectiveness of a new debiasing training strategy and reports first evidence that watching others make decisions can improve our own decision making.
Researchers analyzed 851,199 listings from 30 dark web marketplaces between Jan 2020 and Nov 2020 to identify COVID-19 related products. DarkBay/DBay emerged as a prominent platform offering COVID-19 specific listings.
Researchers analyzed 851,199 listings from 30 dark web marketplaces, identifying 788 COVID-19 related products. The study highlights the importance of monitoring DWMs due to vaccine shortages and potential health risks.
A new study by Dr Andrea Baronchelli and colleagues reveals a connection between cryptocurrency coding and market behavior. The researchers found that 4% of developers contribute to the code of two or more cryptocurrencies, questioning the transparency surrounding the coding process.
Firms with more frequent financial reporting experience a decrease in patent applications, citations, and patent value. This reduction in innovative output can lead to inertia and a culture of 'standing still' if organisations are unwilling to invest.
The COVID-19 pandemic has intensified barriers to healthcare access for ethnic minority and migrant women, exacerbating existing inequalities. Research highlights the intersectional challenges they face, including racialized medical perceptions and stigma, which can impact healthcare outcomes and treatment.
A new study from City University London suggests that glaucoma eye tests can be accurately performed at home using a tablet-based device called Eyecatcher. The study found high accuracy rates (98%) and adherence, with potential to detect rapidly progressing cases of glaucoma earlier.
A recent study by City, University of London researchers reveals how micro-structured finlets on owl feathers enable silent flight and may hold the key to reducing aircraft noise. The team's findings show that these structures work as arrays of finlets, turning the flow direction near the aerodynamic wall and keeping it stable.
Research suggests that cascaded organic Rankine cycle systems can outperform single-stage systems in certain applications, but the trade-off between performance and cost is significant. The study's findings provide valuable insights into delivering environmentally-friendly power from waste heat.
Researchers have created an algorithm that significantly reduces the time taken to analyze HeLa cancer cells using Electron Microscopy. The new approach uses deep learning architectures and achieves results in minutes, compared to a week for human experts.
Research shows that high-status individuals can face biases in award decisions when judged publicly, but benefits from close social ties to judges in private settings. The study emphasizes the need for accountability and transparency in decision-making processes.
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced a reevaluation of life as normal, prompting Dr. Alex Taylor to explore the role of technology in society. Key findings include the need to rethink technological solutions that prioritize individual health over social and multispecies relationships.
The Smart Efficient Compression, Reliability and Energy Targets (SECRET) project aims to reduce leakages in rotating machinery by 20% and improve efficiency of oil-free screw compressors by 2%. The partnership will also contribute to advances in Industry 4.0 and the European Union's Global Net Zero CO2 emissions directive.
A small Italian town's transformation into a major hub for medical device production is attributed to one man's entrepreneurial spirit and vision. The study, led by Professor Simone Ferriani, highlights the 'anchor entrepreneurship' framework as a catalyst for rapid development in small communities.
Academics from City University London, led by Professors Bev Littlewood and Martin Newby, are improving the quality of epidemic models using Software Engineering Boards (SEBs). The project aims to increase confidence in decision-making based on mathematical models, ensuring policy-making security and improved access to models.
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted discrepancies in EU state aid provided to airlines, airports, and air transport stakeholders. Dr. Steven Truxal's article identifies the varying levels of support offered by individual EU states, with some conditions attached.
Three new pathways for organisations to manage digital transformation have been defined by research from Professor Feng Li. The findings highlight the need for diversification and portfolio management to mitigate costs of failure in a highly volatile sector.
The City, University of London report emphasizes the need for social responsibility in STEM curricula and education. It proposes a range of calls to action to promote socially responsible STEM professionals, including establishing national policy centers, setting data ethics standards, and assigning leaders to drive the agenda.
A study by City University London's Business School found that countries with mandatory gender quotas have significantly higher female representation on their boards of directors compared to those with voluntary guidelines. The research also showed no deterioration in board quality, and even improvement, under mandatory regulation.
PDM Analysis has introduced SCORG alto, a cloud-based mechanical analysis software tool that improves compressor efficiency. The new platform is accessible through any smart device and boasts several advantages over its predecessor.
A hybrid sensor is being developed to detect diabetes from exhaled breath using nanoparticles loaded on 1D metal oxides. This innovative technology aims to provide a non-invasive, affordable, and rapid detection method for continuous diabetes monitoring, potentially reducing serious health problems and life-threatening side effects.
Research finds UK government's reliance on 'lean production' and 'just in time' continuity planning left NHS stockpiles short of vital supplies and capacity for PPE, ventilators, and testing. The paper suggests a new independent body should be set up to take responsibility for future national emergency preparedness.
The COVID-19 pandemic has raised concerns about the allocation of healthcare resources in the UK. Dr Sabrina Germain argues that the liberal egalitarian conception of distributive justice is being replaced by a utilitarian approach prioritizing patients' needs. The NHS will need to address delays in treatment and reassess public health...
Researchers from City, University of London developed a software tool to simulate glaucoma's impact on daily life, using commercially available head-mounted displays (HMDs). The study found that participants with simulated visual impairment performed tasks slower and made more movements compared to those without impairment.
A new study proposes a methodology for identifying effective hedging strategies based on weather derivatives to protect ski tourism operators' profits despite climate change. The research uses historical snowfall and temperature data to design useful weather derivatives payoff contracts.
A three-year qualitative study found that resolving tensions between sustainability and mainstream strategies increases their legitimacy. Managers prioritized sustainability over competitive actions, with worker commitment crucial to its success.