Surveys of scientists show women and young academics suffered most during pandemic and may face long-term career consequences

Many scientists stuck at home during university closures dealt with increased domestic responsibilities. But some groups had it worse than others.

Timothy P. Johnson, Professor Emeritus of Public Administration, University of Illinois at Chicago • conversation
Dec. 16, 2021 ~9 min

Why people in some parts of England pay far more than others to heat their homes

People in some areas are paying hundreds of pounds more to heat their homes every year.

Ruchi Choudhary, Professor of Architectural Engineering, University of Cambridge • conversation
Nov. 29, 2021 ~7 min


Household mixing during COVID-19: our research suggests adherence to lockdowns in England declined over time

We analysed mobility data provided by almost one million people in England between January 2020 and May 2021, seeking to understand trends in residential visits during the pandemic.

Mengdie Zhuang, Lecturer in Data Science, University of Sheffield • conversation
Nov. 25, 2021 ~7 min

A new ratings industry is emerging to help homebuyers assess climate risks

Private companies rate all kinds of investments, from stocks to used cars. Now, they’re starting to analyze climate risks to local real estate – but how reliable are their findings?

Matthew E. Kahn, Provost Professor of Economics and Spatial Sciences, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences • conversation
Nov. 23, 2021 ~8 min

Telehealth during COVID was a mixed bag for some nursing home residents

The use of telehealth at nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic proved a plus for some residents. But it's not a one-size-fits-all solution.

Brian Consiglio-Missouri • futurity
Nov. 8, 2021 ~5 min

The future of work is hybrid – here's an expert's recommendations

Even when the pandemic ends, the vast majority of US companies are expected to let many employees continue to work at least part time from home.

Alanah Mitchell, Associate Professor and Chair of Information Management and Business Analytics, Drake University • conversation
Oct. 22, 2021 ~8 min

The future of work is hybrid – here's an expert's recommendations for success

Even when the pandemic ends, the vast majority of US companies are expected to let many employees continue to work at least part time from home.

Alanah Mitchell, Associate Professor and Chair of Information Management and Business Analytics, Drake University • conversation
Oct. 22, 2021 ~8 min

What's on the menu matters in health care for diverse patients

Some older patients forego the food provided at their health care facility because it isn’t aligned with their religious and cultural preferences.

Minakshi Raj, Assistant Professor of Kinesiology and Community Health, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign • conversation
Oct. 7, 2021 ~10 min


Hybrid working is fuelling demand for more tech and bigger homes – both are bad news for the planet

The environmental benefits of less commuting and fewer in-person events could be lost.

Torik Holmes, Research Associate, Sustainable Consumption Institute and Sustainable Innovation Hub., University of Manchester • conversation
Oct. 7, 2021 ~7 min

Heat pumps: UK to install 600,000 a year by 2028 but electrical grid will need massive investment to cope

A shift to heating our homes by heat pumps would put massive pressure on the electricity grid.

Ali Ehsan, Postdoctoral Research Associate in Future Energy Networks, University of Manchester • conversation
Sept. 30, 2021 ~7 min

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