A study published in the International Journal of Comparative and Applied Criminal Justice found that mass shootings in the US account for 73% of all incidents in developed countries, resulting in 816 deaths. The research identified distinct characteristics of US mass shootings, including ideological motives and relationship problems.
SourceTaylor & Francis Group·JournalInternational Journal of Comparative and Applied Criminal Justice·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJun 1, 2022
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Researchers in statistical physics analyzed data on violent events in Ukraine and found that conflicts do not exist as a clear west versus east divide. Instead, they form a complex network of interactions without geographical boundaries.
SourceAmerican Institute of Physics·JournalChaos An Interdisciplinary Journal of Nonlinear Science·TypeExperimental study·DateMay 24, 2022
Researchers found that 37% of lions and 22% of leopards in Zambia have wire snare injuries, while 27% of lions have shotgun pellet embeds. The study suggests poaching and land protection threats are significant in protected areas.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Conservation Science·DateFeb 10, 2022
According to a new study, climate change will force 45% of transboundary fish stocks to shift significantly by 2100, raising tensions and potential conflicts over resource management. This shift will disproportionately affect tropical countries and potentially collapse international agreements.
SourceUniversity of British Columbia·JournalGlobal Change Biology·DateJan 18, 2022
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A new study finds that 'hawkish' politicians who adopt tough policies to re-elect themselves often inflame global conflicts. Researchers modelled a land dispute scenario and found that voters favoring ideology over ability tend to support hawkish leaders, leading to tougher settlements and increased conflict probability.
SourceUniversity of Birmingham·JournalPLOS ONE·TypeData/statistical analysis·DateJan 14, 2022
A new study by the University of Kent's School of Economics found that religious competition substantially increases the probability of conflict-related violence in Colombia. The presence of a new religion group makes potential contributors or soldiers more scared, leading to violent action from armed groups.
SourceUniversity of Kent·JournalJournal of Economic Behavior & Organization·TypeObservational study·DateNov 16, 2021
A new study found that forgiveness messaging from a respected Islamic sheikh significantly increased community members' willingness to accept demobilized Boko Haram fighters back into their community. The study, conducted in northeastern Nigeria, showed that 70% of participants who heard the forgiveness messaging were willing to have t...
SourceInnovations for Poverty Action·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·TypeRandomized controlled/clinical trial·DateOct 11, 2021
Wild African elephants highly attend to scent trails of dung and urine left by other elephants. Artificial elephant trails could divert them away from farms and villages, reducing conflicts with humans. The study's findings suggest an important role of smell in long-distance navigation for these animals.
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A new study found that elephants are crop-raiding closer to protected areas in Kenya, more frequently, but causing less damage. This trend is linked to climate change and land-use changes, reducing support for conservation in affected communities.
SourceUniversity of Kent·JournalBiological Conservation·DateFeb 4, 2021
Researchers analyzed GPS data from 106 wild cheetahs in Namibia, finding that communication hubs were key areas for conflict. Shifting breeding herds away from these hubs reduced calf losses to cheetah predation by approximately 86%.
SourceProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateDec 7, 2020
A study mapping forced migrant deaths reveals 12 spatial-temporal clusters, often near national borders or conflict zones. Deaths at sea top the list, accounting for over 5,800 fatalities, while U.S.-Mexico border crossings are also deadly, with over 1,400 deaths.
SourceDartmouth College·JournalBMJ Global Health·DateNov 16, 2020
A study by Dr Lise Storm from the University of Exeter found that former rebel groups adopting political parties become more moderate in democratic nations. However, their tactics and policies remained unchanged if the issue driving support continued to remain relevant.
SourceUniversity of Exeter·JournalOpen Journal of Political Science·DateOct 26, 2020
A study found that people who support immigration are ready to adopt empathy and perspective taking, while those opposed feel more competition. The research suggests that explicit instructions for empathy may not work on people of different political opinions.
SourceUniversité de Genève·JournalHumanities and Social Sciences Communications·DateOct 14, 2020
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Three finalists, Humanitarian OpenStreetMap Team, Field Ready, and Hala Systems, will receive $3.7 million to develop innovative solutions for humanitarian crises caused by conflict. The projects aim to provide accurate maps, essential items, and early warning systems to help vulnerable populations.
Researchers used microeconomics and hydrology models to study the relationship between climate change and violent conflict. They found that human adaptation to changed conditions may decrease conflicts over coveted resources.
SourceProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateJan 13, 2020
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University identified three key factors influencing the interaction between employees' religious identity and workplace: personal preferences, opportunities for expression, and individual worker characteristics. The study recommends ways management can promote inclusivity and reduce conflict by creating a...
SourceCarnegie Mellon University·JournalHuman Resource Management·DateOct 8, 2019
A geographic profiling tool used to catch serial criminals could help reduce the casualties of human-tiger conflict. By analyzing data from 2,386 Sumatrans and 13 years of human-tiger encounter records, scientists identified three places with high risk and low tolerance for tigers.
SourceUniversity of Kent·JournalNature Communications·DateAug 27, 2018
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Research shows that armed groups in Colombia influenced local officials to implement policy preferences, weakening government institutions. The analysis found a strong connection between violence by armed groups and differences in property rights and taxes.
SourcePrinceton School of Public and International Affairs·JournalAmerican Political Science Review·DateAug 22, 2018
A new study finds that democratic leaders tend to be more aggressive in international conflicts due to public pressure and audience costs. However, exceptions exist, such as democracies with strong protections for a free press or those facing an existential threat from another nation.
SourceCalifornia Institute of Technology·JournalAmerican Journal of Political Science·DateJul 23, 2018
A new strategy prioritizes core habitat areas, corridors linking them, and hotspots for human-lion conflict to inform lion conservation actions in southern Africa. The study identified nine key dispersal areas and 27 potential hotspots for human-wildlife conflict, guiding conservation efforts.
A new review suggests that lion conservation research should consider the environment, wild prey, and domesticated livestock to develop effective policies. Interdisciplinary research teams with expertise in biology, ecology, economics, sociology, and more can help address the complex issue of human-lion conflict.
SourceFrontiers·JournalFrontiers in Ecology and Evolution·DateJun 19, 2018
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A study of Hindu and Muslim children in India found they think people should follow their own norms, but not those of other religions. Children also expressed preferences for their own religion, with no evidence of rejecting the norms of another faith.
SourceUniversity of California - Santa Cruz·JournalChild Development·DateJun 14, 2018
A new paper by Arman Grigoryan attributes Armenia's stalled democratization to the Nagorno-Karabagh conflict and subsequent political processes. The conflict undermined liberal aspirations and empowered a military establishment, leading to the failure of Armenia's transition.
SourceLehigh University·JournalNationalities Papers·DateApr 30, 2018
A new study by UCL found that socio-political factors are the primary cause of conflict and displacement in East Africa, with climate change playing a significant but secondary role. The research suggests that stable governance, economic growth, and reduced population growth can help reduce conflict and displacement.
SourceUniversity College London·JournalPalgrave Communications·DateApr 24, 2018
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A University of Michigan study found that individuals with a superiority complex tend to overestimate their knowledge and seek out biased information. They are more likely to choose articles that support their beliefs, even when presented with contradictory evidence.
SourceUniversity of Michigan·JournalJournal of Experimental Social Psychology·DateApr 12, 2018
Research published in The Lancet finds conflict and political instability are key drivers of differences in maternal and child mortality between Muslim-majority and non-Muslim-majority countries. Higher literacy and empowerment of women also positively impact on maternal and child health.
Research suggests that actively disagreeing with statements can lead to reduced bias. By prompting people to question their assumptions, individuals become more skeptical of their initial preferences. This counter-arguing mindset is essential for creating a healthier perspective.
SourceSociety for Consumer Psychology·JournalJournal of Consumer Psychology·DateDec 11, 2017
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A recent study calls for strengthened human-wildlife conflict management in India due to the damage caused by up to 32 wildlife species. The research identifies effective prevention techniques, improved compensation schemes, and open dialogue between communities, governments, and conservationists as key solutions.
SourceWildlife Conservation Society·JournalHuman Dimensions of Wildlife·DateJun 27, 2017
A Baylor University study found that Catholics are more emotionally attached to their workplaces than Evangelicals, with people having strong attachments to God also showing higher job commitment. In contrast, those without a faith tradition are the least likely to be attached to God and their workplaces.
SourceBaylor University·JournalThe Journal of Social Psychology·DateDec 12, 2016
A Duke University study finds that framing climate change as a win-win issue can exacerbate opposition and trigger a significant negative effect among polarized audiences. Messages that conflict with audience's partisan identity fail to sway skeptics and instead make them more opposed to governmental action on the issue.
SourceDuke University·JournalEnvironmental Politics·DateApr 27, 2016
The critically endangered Himalayan wolf is distinct from its European cousin and has a separate lineage that diverged thousands of years ago. Local herders view the wolves as a threat to their livelihoods, leading to persecution and killing.
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The University of Texas at Dallas will collaborate with researchers to create a research tool that uses big data to provide updated information on civil protests and unrest, as well as study Colombia's efforts to protect its power grid from attacks. The project aims to drive decisions on foreign policy, international relations, civil w...
A Pew Research Center survey found that people's perceptions of a conflict between religion and science are influenced by their views on other people's beliefs, rather than their own. Most Americans believe science and religion are mostly compatible, with 30% saying their personal beliefs conflict with science.
A new study found that increased proximity to opponents leads to more polarization in the US Senate, contrary to expectations. Senators from opposing parties who had more contact moved further apart in their voting behavior.
SourceUniversity of California - Berkeley Haas School of Business·JournalAmerican Sociological Review·DateFeb 2, 2015
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A new University of Colorado Boulder study links hotter temperatures to the risk of armed conflicts in sub-Saharan Africa. The research team found a clear signal that higher temperatures increase conflict risk, particularly for communal incidents.
SourceUniversity of Colorado at Boulder·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateNov 10, 2014
A study found that conflict roots in misunderstanding of rival group's motivation, correcting this through financial incentives can improve conflict resolution. Researchers found a link between attributing wrong motivations and unwillingness to negotiate.
SourceBoston College·JournalProceedings of the National Academy of Sciences·DateNov 4, 2014
Researchers from London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine urge officials to invest in prevention measures to keep women and girls safe from all forms of violence. A recent study found that 33% of women in Côte d'Ivoire reported an experience of sexual violence, with 29% reporting their husband or partner as the perpetrator.
SourceLondon School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine·JournalThe Lancet·DateJun 10, 2014
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Fencing for wildlife conservation has costs, including the loss of predators and other species, which can lead to further local extinctions. Alternative approaches, such as improved animal husbandry and community-based crop-guarding, can be more effective in mitigating human-wildlife conflict.
SourceWildlife Conservation Society·JournalScience·DateApr 3, 2014
A study by CSIC researchers reveals two main types of behaviors in collaborative Wikipedia editing: clashes with rapid agreement, and interactions between three groups with varying levels of consensus. Despite initial disagreement, opposing opinions tend to converge over time through the article's content.
SourceSpanish National Research Council (CSIC)·JournalPhysical Review Letters·DateFeb 28, 2013
Researchers found that consensus and cooperation are the norm within Congress, with most major programs renewed every 4-6 years. Manufactured crises like the 'fiscal cliff' often serve as catalysts for significant policy changes.
A new study published in PLOS ONE found that relocating elephants to national parks does not decrease human-wildlife conflict. In fact, the translocated elephants were involved in more conflicts and killed five people over a year, highlighting the need for alternative conservation strategies.
When conflicts end, in-group solidarity in alliances rapidly disappears as former comrades fight over spoils. Economist experiments demonstrate that alliance members expend less effort when anticipating future distributional conflicts, highlighting the collective action problem faced by alliances.
SourceMax-Planck-Gesellschaft·JournalGames and Economic Behavior·DateNov 13, 2012
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A University of British Columbia study reveals a 50% decline in elephant populations in eastern Congo over the last decade, primarily caused by human conflict and poaching. Conservation efforts with international support have shown to be effective in protecting these animals.
SourceUniversity of British Columbia·JournalPLOS ONE·DateNov 10, 2011
Researchers found that teaching Israelis and Palestinians that groups of people are generally capable of change can have a positive effect on their willingness to compromise. This approach led to more favorable attitudes towards Palestinians and increased support for major compromises.
A recent study by researchers at the Autonomous University of Barcelona and the University of Valencia found that regional leaders in Spain have less experience in central government compared to their counterparts in France and the UK. This trend has significant implications for decentralization and its impact on citizens.
SourceSpanish Foundation for Science and Technology·JournalRevista Española de Investigaciones Sociológicas·DateMay 4, 2011
A new study led by Yale researchers found that monkeys treat individuals from outside their groups with suspicion, similar to human behavior. The findings suggest that the roots of human intergroup conflict may be evolutionarily quite ancient, dating back at least 25 million years.
SourceYale University·JournalPersonality and Social Psychology Bulletin·DateMar 17, 2011
A study found that nearly one in ten primary care physicians experience conflicts with religious hospitals, with younger and less religious physicians more likely to face these issues. Most physicians feel they should refer patients to another institution if clinical judgment conflicts with hospital policy.
SourceUniversity of Chicago Medical Center·JournalJournal of General Internal Medicine·DateApr 9, 2010
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A new study published in Conflict Management and Peace Science suggests that peace is a vital ingredient for trade to flourish, rather than trade leading to peaceful relations. The authors found that conflict reduces trade and that ignoring this relationship can produce biased estimates.
SourceSAGE Publications UK·JournalConflict Management and Peace Science·DateFeb 25, 2010
Women in occupied Palestinian territory are more likely to experience intimate-partner violence if their husbands have been directly or indirectly exposed to political violence. The study found that economic effects of the occupation also contribute to this relationship.
A new study reveals that when people try to make a positive impression, they may behave in ways that contradict gender stereotypes. Men and women in high-status roles acted in ways that contradicted traditional gender norms during negotiation simulations.
SourceWiley·JournalNegotiation and Conflict Management Research·DateAug 7, 2008
New research by Jeffrey W. Legro assesses China's outlook on the international order, finding that integrationist foreign policy is driven by national economic development and sovereignty. The study advises US policymakers to pay attention to emerging ideas in China that may replace current strategic intentions.
SourceAmerican Political Science Association·JournalPerspectives on Politics·DateOct 23, 2007
A new review in Science discusses the convergence of evolutionary, neurological, and social-psychological insights on morality's origins. Haidt identifies three key principles: intuitive primacy, moral thinking for social doing, and morality binds and builds.
SourceUniversity of Virginia·JournalScience·DateMay 17, 2007
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A study finds that HIV's impact on severe child malnutrition is limited, and economic growth does not always improve nutrition. The development agenda must tackle child wasting to make a lasting impact on human well-being.
A Canada International Scientific Exchange Program (CISEPO) project has successfully brought together Israeli, Jordanian and Palestinian health professionals to address common health issues. The program has expanded to include activities on maternal and child health, young people's health and infectious diseases.
A study of 21 physicians found that patients often refuse medical recommendations for religious reasons, particularly in situations with moderate treatment benefits. Physicians should practice candid, respectful dialogue to negotiate accommodations with patients while respecting their differing worldviews.
SourceJAMA Network·JournalArchives of Internal Medicine·DateJan 10, 2005
A study of physicians' experiences with religious conflicts in medicine found that certain cases can push doctors over the threshold towards negotiation and persuasion. Doctors described strategies such as encouraging prayer as an adjunct to medicine or appealing to the patient's religious community to navigate these tensions.
SourceUniversity of Chicago Medical Center·JournalArchives of Internal Medicine·DateJan 10, 2005
Researchers found that viewers who watched uncivil debates on TV showed more negative attitudes toward Congress, politicians, and the American political system. Civility in debates had a positive impact on viewer recall of arguments, but hostile exchanges led to de-legitimization of opposing opinions.
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A new study found that parents who value autonomy are less likely to respond harshly to sibling conflicts, leading to reduced fighting between teens. The amount of time spent together with teen children is also crucial in maintaining a warm sibling relationship.
SourcePenn State·JournalJournal of Marriage and Family·DateAug 16, 2000
Research from the Buffalo Newlywed Study suggests that excessive alcohol use can lead to marital aggression, but only within a specific context. The study found that different drinking patterns by husband and wife can be an additional source of conflict. Verbal aggression in the first year of marriage often develops into physically agg...
SourceAlcoholism: Clinical & Experimental Research·DateJul 13, 2000