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Learn more about our research categoriesIn counties with more Black doctors, Black people live longer, ‘astonishing’ study finds
Diversity, Inclusion & Equity Health
A study published in JAMA Network Open reveals that Black populations experience a longer life expectancy in counties with more Black primary care physicians. The research, conducted by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, demonstrates a unique correlation where each 10% increase in Black physicians correlates with a …
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New York City is sinking due to weight of its skyscrapers, new research finds
Climate Change, Energy & Pollution Density Smart Cities
New research estimates that New York City is now subsiding by approximately 1-2mm annually on average, with some areas plunging at double this rate. The bulk of its built infrastructure, along with environmental factors such as soft soil composition, rising sea levels and intense hurricanes contribute to the sinking effect. …
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Barcelona bets on green to boost city’s mental health
Climate Change, Energy & Pollution Health Parks & Public Space
An article from Politico discusses the effects of green adaptation in the Superblocks of Barcelona. These Superblocks focus on improving green space in three small neighbourhoods that once accommodated cars instead of people. The green development of the Superblocks greatly increased residents' rest, and socialization. It also lessened their exposure …
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Financial landlords own four times more rental units than previously thought
Housing
A new research from the University of Waterloo and McGill University indicates that a small percentage of financial landlords, such as private equity firms and institutional investors, own approximately one in eight Montreal rentals. This is four times more than what was previously thought. The research used a combination of …
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Walkability is highly desired in neighbourhoods as it can lead to higher housing values, decreased rates of violent crime, obesity, premature death and long-term memory loss. Walkable neighbourhoods often encourage higher levels of creativity and civic engagement. California Polytechnic State University conducted research within the San Francisco Bay Area and …
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Early life stress linked to heightened levels of mindful “nonreactivity” and “awareness” in adulthood, study finds
Diversity, Inclusion & Equity
Research from Brazil analyzed the effects of early life stress on trait mindfulness in adulthood. It was found that those who experienced early life stress had higher scores for aspects of trait mindfulness, which refers to the deliberate attention to the present moment without judgment. More childhood experiences of emotional …
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This tech is bringing water to Navajo Nation by pulling it out of the air
Water Security
As these hydro panels absorb water vapour from the air, they might also solve the Navajo Nation’s water crisis. Developed by Zero Mass Water, it is expected that each of these panels could make up to 3-5 litres of water a day, at no cost to the family. Due to …
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