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Welcome
Welcome to the autumn issue of Society Now, the ESRC's regular magazine, which showcases our funded research and the impact of social science.
This issue highlights global change in different forms. The impact of the internet is undeniable, connecting people across continents and cultures, and creating a global community for the first time. Our main feature looks at how this has affected society and human interaction.
The climate is undergoing change on a global scale. To mark the United Nations Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen this December, the In Focus supplement presents ESRC-funded research, centres and programmes exploring different aspects of this urgent issue.
The challenge of feeding new research knowledge into business is illustrated in our Voices feature. Other articles highlight philanthropy in a recession, the 'curse' of abundant natural resources, and how mixed communities could counter segregation.
I hope you find the magazine enjoyable and informative. We always welcome feedback and ideas for content.
Editor, Arild Foss
Regulars
News
Latest topical research for ESRC
Opinions
The UK by numbers
Information and Updates
Features
- Net results
Forty years after the first message was sent through the internet we are now connected on a global scale - but do we have a global community? - The great give-away
The era of giving has been boosted by wealthy donors, but the recession is taking its toll on charity - Getting the right mix
Mixing segregated Northern Irish communities leads to more openness and less suspicion - The curse of abundance
Instead of a source for good, abundant natural resources can lead to poverty and conflict in developing countries - Voices: Putting the 'R' into R&D
Mellor Hennessy at pharmaceutical company AstraZeneca talks about the challenge of getting research into business
Society Now in Focus
The Society Now In Focus supplement gives an in-depth look at ESRC-funded research projects, programmes and activities.
Climate Change and Copenhagen
The supplement explores ESRC-funded research related to climate change in the run-up to the Copenhagen Climate change Conference. We look at the role of social sciences in climate change research, crucial issues in Copenhagen, and ESRC research investments that are relevant to this topic.