Society : Science World Report

Nov 12, 2016 03:10 AM EST

Climate Change Impacting Entire Ecosystems, Society And Every Aspect Of Life On Earth

Climate change impacting every aspect of life on Earth, which leads to consequences for humans.

Feb 26, 2015 11:35 AM EST

Math And Science: What Teachers Tell Young Women Influences Their Career

Even in modern-day society, women are vastly underrepresented in the fields of engineering, computer science and mathematics.

Jan 30, 2015 08:44 PM EST

Tweeting About Sexism May Help Improve Women's Health

Researchers at Wilfrid Laurier University looked to see if publically speaking out against sexism could help improve women's wellbeing by giving them a chance to express themselves in ways that could potentially make a difference.

Jan 30, 2015 07:01 PM EST

Same-Sex Couples Share Unique Stress Experiences

Thirty-six states have legalized same-sex marriage, yet stigmas surrounding acceptance stand. Ongoing research by officials at San Francisco University is examining how many of these couples today are still stigmatized and disadvantaged in modern-day society.

Feb 17, 2014 08:45 PM EST

Climate Change: "The World's Most Fearsome Weapon of Mass Destruction"

Secretary of State John Kerry delivered a speech in Jakarta, Indonesia on the topic of climate change in hopes of stimulating an international response on the subject. He mentioned deniers of climate change in the same breath as supporters of the “Flat Earth Society.”

Feb 08, 2014 07:04 PM EST

Endocrine Society Seeks to Conduct Studies for Testosterone Therapy Risks

The Endocrine Society, the world’s oldest, largest and most active organization devoted to research on hormones and the clinical practice of endocrinology, issued a statement yesterday that called for the evaluation of the benefits and risks of testosterone therapy.

Dec 30, 2013 09:19 AM EST

Obesity Can be a Socially Transmitted Disease: Social Norms Influence Food Choices

Can obesity be a socially transmitted disease? In some cases, it might be. Scientists have found that social norms influence food choices. This, in turn, can influence whether or not a person tends toward obesity or not.