News in 2024
Professor Bruce Hood features in the Sunday Times
23 April 2024
In this piece, Prof. Hood discusses his new book 'The Science of Happiness', providing insight into what makes humans feel good.
BBC Radio Bristol interview's Professor Marcus Munafo regarding the smoking ban bill
22 April 2024
This episode covers how generation "Alpha", which includes anyone born since 2009, aims to be the UK's first smoke free generation
A recent paper featuring Dr Dawn Holford is published as part of the JITSUVAX project
15 April 2024
The study highlights the importance of empathy during communication between healthcare professionals and their patients
New study around drug "Xylazine" features Dr Adam Holland
15 April 2024
Researchers explain the dangers and side effects of "Xylazine" and how this is now causing widespread problems
Professor Jeff Brunstrom attended 'London Flavour Day' to explore flavour, choice, diet and sustainability
9 April 2024
In this article, experts investigated the different elements of flavour and how this can impact on our behaviour related to food choices
TARG alongside Bristol City Council feature in BBC News article
26 March 2024
The study featured shows that people are more likely to choose an alcohol-free option if it was more readily available to them
Professor Bruce Hood publishes book "The Science of Happiness"
15 March 2024
This book details the importance of practising habits, and how this contributes towards the lasting benefits of happiness
BBC Radio Bristol speaks with Professor Michael Banissy
26 February 2024
Prof. Banissy features on BBC Radio Bristol, discussing how and why we go into 'autopilot' mode
Article written by Professor Stephan Lewandowsky, alongside other experts, is highlighted in 'Scientific American'
26 February 2024
In this article, experts highlight how 'Political Ads' can be tailored to your personality using GenAI.
Professor Ute Leonards and Professor Nick Scott-Samuel feature in Bath Echo
26 February 2024
Prof. Leonards has linked up with Keynsham councillor Hal MacFire to analyse a local cycle lane and how this is causing injury to those who use it.
Professor Colin Davis features in "Rare Earth" episode
19 February 2024
In this episode, Prof. Davis discusses his interest in the psychological factors that prevent politicians and the public acting against climate change.
Nina Di Cara features in the first JGI Podcast!
13 February 2024
Hear the JGI’s first monthly podcast: Data Hazards and Digital Phenotyping
Professor Bruce Hood was quoted in Authority magazine
13 February 2024
This article explores the idea that individuals are not solely defined by their experiences, but rather by the memories they choose to retain and the narratives they construct about their lives
A Crisis of Credibility in Scientific Publishing
6 February 2024
In this article, Professor Marcus Munafo alongside other academics issue urgent warnings as tens of thousands of fraudulent research papers flood international journals, plunging research credibility into a deepening crisis.
Professor Peter Rogers features in the Daily Telegraph
2 February 2024
In this article, Prof. Rogers discusses research around human appetite, weight control and the patterns of losing and regaining weight.
Professor Stephan Lewandowsky weighs in on a critical issue
31 January 2024
'Disinformation Is the Real Threat to Democracy and Public Health'
Professor Bruce Hood features in "El Espanol"
30 January 2024
In this article, experts explore the soft toys that can soothe and help babies sleep
Research Associate Alessandro Miani mentioned in "PsyPost" blog
30 January 2024
What makes conspiracy theories so popular? Experts analyse whether it's down to their creativity
Harvesting Happiness Podcast speaks with Professor Stephan Lewandowsky
25 January 2024
Prof. Stephan Lewandowsky discusses the different components around the Architecture of Honesty
Professor Marcus Munafo features on Points West
23 January 2024
Professor Marcus Munafo discusses "Dry January" and how thinking longer term can provide the best health benefits
Professor Stephan Lewandowsky comments on claims about the Middle East online.
4 January 2024
Professor Stephan Lewandowsky was quoted in the Daily Mail saying there are certain echoes of Trump’s “fake news” accusations in claims about the Middle East online.
Dr Craig Gunn features in ‘Telegraph’ article with other psychologists on why party drinking hits ‘midlifers’ so hard.
4 January 2024
In this article experts discuss the effect alcohol has on your body and what you can do to protect yourself.