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Psychology, Clinical
Amit Yadav, Stanton A. Glantz
Summary: Bans on tobacco advertising are crucial for reducing tobacco-related diseases, but the tobacco industry has been employing global strategies to delay legislation in India and evade efforts to control tobacco globally. Understanding these strategies can aid public health efforts to counter industry interference.
ADDICTIVE BEHAVIORS
(2022)
Article
Agriculture, Multidisciplinary
Melf-Hinrich Ehlers, Robert Finger, Nadja El Benni, Alexander Gocht, Claus Aage Gron Sorensen, Markus Gusset, Catherine Pfeifer, Krijn Poppe, Aine Regan, David Christian Rose, Sjaak Wolfert, Robert Huber
Summary: This study aims to derive implications for policy strategies from explorative scenarios of future digitalisation of agricultural systems. By combining Delphi study and participatory scenario workshop, four scenarios of digitalisation of the agri-food sector in Europe were developed and evaluated, providing significant findings for policymaking stakeholders and researchers to address uncertainties arising with future digitalisation.
AGRICULTURAL SYSTEMS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Studies
Fredrik von Malmborg
Summary: This study uses the advocacy coalition framework to analyze policy change in European Union energy efficiency policy, focusing on the case study of the energy efficiency directive and its provisions on individual metering and billing. The research confirms the importance of internal shocks for policy change and highlights the role of policy-oriented learning in shaping policies.
ENERGY RESEARCH & SOCIAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
Elena Calvo-Gallardo, Nieves Arranz, Juan Carlos Fernandez de Arroyabe
Summary: The study analyzes the properties of networks constructed by funded energy-related research consortia to evaluate their support for the objectives of the EU's energy technologies and research policies. It reveals that the effectiveness of innovation systems depends on the geographical distribution of consortia and participant diversity, with significant performance differences in different research fields within energy programs.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Agronomy
Thomas Christensen, George Philippidis, Myrna van Leeuwen, Asha Singh, Calliope Panoutsou
Summary: This paper evaluates the implementation of the European Bioeconomy Strategy by analyzing 39 policies and 32 models. The study finds gaps in both policy and modelling knowledge regarding bioeconomy, with limited consideration given to bio-based products, technologies and processes, bio-refineries, waste and land conservation. The integration of market and biophysical drivers within the value chain is also lacking.
GLOBAL CHANGE BIOLOGY BIOENERGY
(2022)
Article
Substance Abuse
Praveen Kumar, Veena Ganesh Kamath, Asha Kamath, Muralidhar M. Kulkarni, John Britton
Summary: The study found that policymakers in Karnataka, India, have low awareness of international guidance aimed at preventing tobacco industry interference in health policy. Members from non-health departments were less informed about TI's corporate social responsibility, while those in health departments were more open to potential collaborations with the TI in the future.
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Economics
Alexandra-Maria Bocse
Summary: This study explores the structure and efficiency of environmental transnational advocacy networks, finding that elements of hierarchy are present to facilitate information exchange and decision-making within the networks.
INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL AGREEMENTS-POLITICS LAW AND ECONOMICS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Ana Serrano, Javier Valbuena
Summary: The study focuses on the trajectories and explanatory factors of water exchanges in the European Union, particularly analyzing the impact of the 2003 Common Agricultural Policy reform on European water consumption through agri-food exports. The results show that the reform led to increased European virtual water exports, with Spain and other water scarce countries being most affected by the policy reorientation.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
(2021)
Article
Business
Joselia Elvira Teixeira, Ana Teresa C. P. Tavares-Lehmann
Summary: Across the EU, countries are implementing policies to promote the adoption of Industry 4.0 technologies. This study found significant asymmetry in the conditions for policy implementation and market assimilation among different countries in the EU.
TECHNOLOGICAL FORECASTING AND SOCIAL CHANGE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Studies
Manuel Fernandez-Garcia, Clemente J. Navarro, Irene Gomez-Ramirez
Summary: This study proposes a research strategy and analyses urban regeneration programmes in Spain, demonstrating that selected areas meet eligibility criteria, especially in terms of urban fabric and unemployment. Effect size analysis is shown to be an effective method for evaluating target selection in area-based policies.
Article
Substance Abuse
Constantine Vardavas
Summary: Efforts to reduce tobacco consumption in the European Union were made through the implementation of the Tobacco Products Directive (TPD). While the TPD led to a relative reduction in smoking prevalence, differential regulation may have caused product displacement, calling for further improvements.
Article
Urban Studies
Ana Aceska
Summary: The policy assemblage approaches allow us to understand how actors, institutions, and discourses interact to steer policies in different directions and create new meanings and relationships in society. However, the lack of productive methodologies has been a disadvantage for these approaches. This study addresses this gap by introducing the method of 'constructive juxtaposition' and engaging with an interdisciplinary approach to studying policy assemblages.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Dimitri Eerens, Rok Hrzic, Timo Clemens
Summary: COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of preparedness and response systems. This article provides an overview of institutional arrangements before the pandemic and outlines the changes proposed by the European Health Union framework. The study identifies the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, the European Commission, and the Health Security Committee as the main bodies involved in preparedness and response.
EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Cultural Studies
Leighton Andrews
Summary: The BBC is seen as representative of 'Britishness' and has been a model for public service reform in the UK. In the early 1990s, the BBC strategically shifted to become more engaged in making European Union media policy for expanding its international and commercial services. This article looks at the micro-history of BBC's active European engagement and its role in Brussels policy environment, adding to the understanding of media policy within the EU and role of media organizations in public policy.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF CULTURAL POLICY
(2021)
Article
Substance Abuse
Long K. Tran, Lidia Morawska, Coral E. Gartner, Le T. T. Huong, Hong H. T. C. Le, Phong K. Thai
Summary: The study quantified SHS concentration in public places in Vietnam before and after a public smoking ban was implemented. Results showed a roughly 45% reduction in SHS concentration 5 years after the implementation of the tobacco control law. PM2.5 concentrations in smoking areas were found to be triple and double those in non-smoking areas and outdoors, indicating an improvement in air quality.
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Samantha Horn, Yana Litovsky, George Loewenstein
Summary: This study suggests that curiosity can be a useful tool in increasing demand for and engagement with aversive health information. By manipulating curiosity through various methods, researchers found that participants were more likely to view and engage with information about their drinking habits, cancer risk, and the sugar content in drinks. Overall, curiosity prompts provide a simple and effective way to increase engagement with aversive health information.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Sandra Gillner
Summary: Despite high expectations, the extensive and rapid adoption of AI in medical diagnostics has not been realized. This study investigates the perception and navigation of AI providers in complex healthcare systems, revealing their self-organization to increase adaptability and the practices utilized to mitigate tensions within the healthcare subsystems.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Fabian Duartea, Alvaro Jimenez-Molina
Summary: This study found that violence related to social protest has a significant impact on depressive symptoms, leading to an increase in depression among the population in Chile. The effect varies by gender and age, with a stronger influence on men and young adults.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Nick Graetz, Carl Gershenson, Sonya R. Porter, Danielle H. Sandler, Emily Lemmerman, Matthew Desmond
Summary: Investments in stable, affordable housing may be an important tool for improving population health. This study, using administrative data, found that high rent burden, increases in rent burden during midlife, and evictions were associated with increased mortality.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Wan Wei
Summary: This study explores the phenomenon of other patient participation in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), uncovering the various roles that third parties can assume during medical interactions. The findings contribute to existing research on patient resistance and triadic medical interactions, providing insights into the dynamics and implications of third-party involvement in medical consultations.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Harry Scarbrough, Katie Rose M. Sanfilippo, Alexandra Ziemann, Charitini Stavropoulou
Summary: This paper examines the contribution of pilot implementation studies to the wider spread and sustainability of innovation in healthcare systems. Through an empirical examination of an innovation intermediary organization in the English NHS, the study finds that their work in mobilizing pilot-based evidence involves configuring to context, transitioning evidence, and managing the transition. The findings contribute to theory by showing how intermediary roles can support the effective transitioning of pilot-based evidence, leading to more widespread adoption and sustainability of innovation.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Marta Seiz, Leire Salazar, Tatiana Eremenko
Summary: This study examines the impact of maternal educational selection on birth outcomes during an economic recession, and finds that more educated mothers are more likely to give birth during high unemployment periods. Additionally, maternal education mitigates the adverse effects of unemployment on birth outcomes and is consistently associated with better perinatal health.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Jingyuan Shi, Hye Kyung Kim, Charles T. Salmon, Edson C. Tandoc Jr, Zhang Hao Goh
Summary: This study examines the influence of individual and collective norms on COVID-19 vaccination intention across eight Asian countries. The findings reveal nuanced patterns of how individual and collective social norms influence health behavioral decisions, depending on the degree of cultural tightness-looseness.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Elliot Friedman, Melissa Franks, Elizabeth Teas, Patricia A. Thomas
Summary: This study found that positive relations with others have a significant impact on functional limitations and longevity in aging adults, independent of social integration and social support.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Zhuolin Pan, Yuqi Liu, Ye Liu, Ziwen Huo, Wenchao Han
Summary: This study examines the effects of age-friendly neighbourhood environment and functional abilities on life satisfaction among older adults in urban China. The findings highlight the importance of transportation, housing, and social and physical environment factors in influencing functional abilities and life satisfaction. The study provides valuable insights for policymakers in enhancing older adults' life satisfaction in the Chinese urban context.
SOCIAL SCIENCE & MEDICINE
(2024)