Dr. Jiaying Zhao
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A new UBC study suggests the roots of morality may be present from birth.
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How lottery-style bottle returns could transform recycling
When people were offered a 0.01% chance at winning $1,000 instead of 10 cents for returning their bottles, they recycled 47% more bottles. The cost was the same.
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Study debunks stereotypes about homeless people’s spending habits
A newly published University of B.C. study unveils a stark contrast between public perception and reality when it comes to how homeless people manage their finances.
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UBC scholar combats climate change with happiness
The prevailing narrative on the climate crisis—and how to address it—is at best bewildering and at worst downright depressing. We’re told we face a doom-and-gloom scenario, and the only way to solve it is to give up simple pleasures and conveniences.
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UBC researchers are helping communities prepare for the effects of climate change
The 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26) takes place next week and one of its four goals is to help countries adapt to climate change in order to protect communities and natural habitats.
