ShakeAlert earthquake warnings can give people time to protect themselves – but so far, few have actually done so
When researchers look at CCTV footage of how people really react during earthquakes – as opposed to what they report after the fact – it looks like alerts aren’t yet inspiring protective action.
Dare A. Baldwin, Full Professor, Psychology and Clark Honors College, University of Oregon •
conversation
Jan. 20, 2022 • ~9 min
Jan. 20, 2022 • ~9 min
'Sextortion' leads to financial losses and psychological trauma. Here's what to look out for on dating apps
Attackers gain the trust of vulnerable individuals to obtain sexually explicit photos or videos via the internet, and then use these materials to blackmail victims.
Calli Tzani, Senior Lecturer in Investigative Psychology, University of Huddersfield •
conversation
Jan. 4, 2022 • ~6 min
Jan. 4, 2022 • ~6 min
'Dataraising' – when you're asked to chip in with data instead of money
Informed data donations are different from the usual online data experience. They’re easier to manage because of technological advances.
Lucy Bernholz, Senior Research Scholar of Philanthropy and Civil Society, Stanford University •
conversation
Jan. 4, 2022 • ~9 min
Jan. 4, 2022 • ~9 min
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