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Caught in the mesh: Scandinavian bears in the road network

March 16, 2017 in Natural Sciences

Recent research shows that roads pose resistance to movements in Swedish bear populations.

Getting rid of depression by changing how you think

March 15, 2017 in Health

A thought is a thought. It does not reflect reality. New research shows that learning how to ruminate less on thoughts and feelings has a positive effect for individuals with depression.

Underachieving boys, or clever girls?

March 14, 2017 in Society & Culture

Boys and girls perform differently at school, but researchers are uncertain whether this has to do with how they mature.

Driverless busses coming to a street near you

March 13, 2017 in Technology

Tests are underway in Stavanger, but new laws have to be drafted and passed before self-driving busses can actually take to the streets. The Norwegian Government will probably give them the green light this year.

Norwegians impolite? Forget it!

March 11, 2017 in Society & Culture

Norwegians don’t smile to people on the bus or ask strangers how they are doing. Very impolite, say some. "We leave people alone. That is Norwegian politeness," says researcher.

Antibiotics may help with intense back pain

March 11, 2017 in Health

A Norwegian study will research whether bacteria are responsible for some types of back pain.

We see through bosses who fake it

March 10, 2017 in Society & Culture

Do you think your manager is genuine, or do you think they’re faking it? The difference could be pivotal to a company’s success.

Pictures of hosts may be decisive in Airbnb bookings

March 9, 2017 in Society & Culture

Photos of your rental or good feedback from customers are not enough to seal the deal on Airbnb. One of the most decisive factors for potential customers is a nice picture of the person who is renting out their place.

Immigrant parents have different expectations of Norwegian kindergartens

March 8, 2017 in Society & Culture

Views on children, play and learning vary greatly between European countries. This also affects kindergarten staff in their day-to-day work, where they deal with children and parents of many different nationalities.

Forest fires tell a 700 year old tale

March 8, 2017 in Natural Sciences

Dead trees come alive and tell their story on how climate and human activities have shaped our boreal forests during the last 700 years – from the Black Death to present day.