Human Behavior

Human behavior refers to the actions, decisions and interactions of individuals and groups shaped by biological, psychological, social and environmental factors. It includes patterns related to communication, consumption, movement, cooperation, risk perception and responses to changing conditions. Human behavior is studied in relation to public health, environmental change, resource use, climate adaptation and the societal impacts of technological and ecological pressures.

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Climate change weakens social ties that save lives during disasters

Climate change is increasingly affecting how people interact, participate in community life and maintain the support networks that shape resilience during crises, with researchers warning…

SourceMay 20, 2026 Full article

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Hairdressers seen as ‘everyday influencers’ in climate action study

Salons can be influential in prompting climate conversations - research Summary: Hairdressers across the UK and Ireland may play a larger role in climate action…

SourceMarch 3, 2026 Full article

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Most people think climate change will affect others, not themselves

Large international meta-analysis finds people consistently rate their own climate risks as lower than those faced by others Summary: A majority believe climate change-related risks…

SourceJanuary 13, 2026 Full article

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Climate Science Digest: November 5, 2025

Explore the latest insights from top science journals in the Muser Press daily roundup (November 5, 2025), featuring impactful research on climate change challenges. In…

Muser NewsDeskNovember 5, 2025 Full article

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Cambridge scientist reveals strategy that could double consumer choice of meat-free foods

Cambridge research finds unique nudge approach that significantly outperforms carbon labelling for increasing sustainable food consumption Summary: A study published in Frontiers in Sustainable Food…

SourceSeptember 29, 2025 Full article

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Climate Science Digest: September 28, 2025

Explore the latest insights from top science journals in the Muser Press daily roundup (September 28, 2025), featuring impactful research on climate change challenges. In…

Muser NewsDeskSeptember 28, 2025 Full article

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Climate Science Digest: August 27, 2025

Explore the latest insights from top science journals in the Muser Press daily roundup (August 27, 2025), featuring impactful research on climate change challenges. In…

Muser NewsDeskAugust 27, 2025 Full article

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Warsaw’s urban gardens show strong potential for climate adaptation

Urban gardens are perfect spaces for communing with nature and building social bonds. Such places can also be important for climate change mitigation Summary: Urban…

SourceJuly 1, 2025 Full article

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Child brain development shaped by prenatal exposure to extreme climate events

A new study by Graduate Center researchers looks at the impact of in utero exposure to both extreme heat and a natural disaster Summary: Children…

SourceJune 12, 2025 Full article

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Climate Science Digest: June 12, 2025

Explore the latest insights from top science journals in the Muser Press daily roundup (June 12, 2025), featuring impactful research on climate change challenges. In…

Muser NewsDeskJune 12, 2025 Full article

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Climate Science Digest: May 16, 2025

Explore the latest insights from top science journals in the Muser Press roundup (May 16, 2025), featuring impactful research on climate change challenges. In brief:…

Muser NewsDeskMay 16, 2025 Full article

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Climate Science Digest: April 26, 2025

Explore the latest insights from top science journals in the Muser Press daily roundup, featuring impactful research on climate change challenges. In brief: Researchers looked…

Muser NewsDeskApril 26, 2025 Full article

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Conservatives in the US show broad distrust of scientists, study finds

Conservative Americans appear to distrust science more broadly than previously understood — not only in areas that challenge their worldview, but also in fields that…

SourceApril 14, 2025 Full article

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Wealthy Brits lead in green tech but struggle with high-carbon lifestyles

Summary: Britain’s wealthiest individuals are responsible for a disproportionate share of carbon emissions, yet they also hold significant potential to drive climate action, according to…

SourceMarch 6, 2025 Full article

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Moral values and regional differences in climate change attitudes

Moral values and climate concernsRegional variations in environmental attitudesThe influence of geography on climate actionUrban vs. suburbanAligning climate action with regional moral values Attitudes toward…

Muser NewsDeskFebruary 11, 2025 Full article

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Climate Science Digest: February 06, 2025

Explore the latest insights from top science journals in the Muser Press daily roundup, featuring impactful research on climate change challenges. In brief: Scientists reimagine…

Muser NewsDeskFebruary 7, 2025 Full article

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Money and happiness: Spending priorities depend on where you live

Different spending habits, different outcomes Long-lasting effects Nuances of happiness spending Advancing financial well-being A recent multinational study conducted by researchers at the University of…

Muser NewsDeskJanuary 17, 2025 Full article

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Predicting human responses to the unexpected

In brief: Understanding surprise through mathematical definitions Testing predictions with human behavior Applications beyond neuroscience Surprises, whether pleasant or unsettling, play a fundamental role in…

Muser NewsDeskJanuary 10, 2025 Full article

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Muser Press – New Research Articles Week 48, 2024

Discover the latest articles from leading science journals in the Muser Press weekly roundup (Week 48, 2024), showcasing impactful research published this week. In brief:…

Muser NewsDeskDecember 1, 2024 Full article

Neighborly connections may boost local climate action

A survey across nine European neighborhoods has shed light on how individual and collective motivations drive climate action in hyperlocal settings. The findings, published in…

Adrian AlexandreNovember 27, 2024 Full article

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Muser Press – New Research Articles Week 46, 2024

Climate change amplifies displacement-inducing disasters A study published in Frontiers in Climate reveals that climate change has influenced the intensity of disasters responsible for internal…

Muser NewsDeskNovember 17, 2024 Full article

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Aging population linked to rising household food waste and greenhouse gas emissions

A recent study has uncovered significant insights into the relationship between household food waste and Japan’s aging population, highlighting an urgent need to develop strategies…

Adrian AlexandreOctober 21, 2024 Full article

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Muser Press – New Research Articles Week 40, 2024

The impact of environmental shocks due to climate change on intimate partner violence: A structural equation model of data from 156 countries Climate change-related landslides,…

SourceOctober 6, 2024 Full article

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How cities can avoid overtourism before it hits

Kathleen Andereck | Arizona State University in Tempe The best solution is prevention and a sustainable tourism plan goes a long way in managing the…

SourceOctober 6, 2024 Full article