Dr Adam Holland Provides Expert Comment on Growing Opioid Crisis
As the number of opioid-related deaths in the UK increases at an alarming rate, efforts are made towards a co-ordinated response to these new synthetically-manufactured drugs
News in 2025
Professor Jeffery Bowers Calls New AI Model of Human Mind 'Absurd'
Professor Jeffery Bowers is among a number of researchers who have pushed back against claims that the new AI model Centaur can 'predict and simulate' human behaviour in language experiments
Ban on disposable vapes prompts increase in violent crime
In this article, Dr Jasmine Khouja speaks about the possible connection between group violence, crime and addiction
Professor Bruce Hood discusses the science of happiness on new podcast
Social Science Bites - Bruce Hood on the Science of Happiness
Professor Marcus Munafò co-writes an article on how to ensure the quality of academic research
Who is responsible for research integrity: academics, journals or research institutions?
Professor Michael Banissy quoted in an article about TikTok's 'Probably Needed a Hug' trend
How the science of physical touch speaks to TikTok's 'Probably Needed a Hug' trend
School of Psychological Science Well Represented at the 2025 South West Undergraduate Conference (SWUC)
Smartwatch app is developed to capture drinking habits
Chris Stone was interviewed by BBC Bristol to discuss his recent development in smartwatch technology, which provides users with a more reliable picture of daily drinking habits
Professor Marcus Munafo features as a guest on the THE podcast
Episode: how to achieve research excellence - and protect it
Professor Stephan Lewandowsky features in Tech Policy Press
Alongside other scientists, Stephan responds to FTC Inquiry into Tech Censorship
The 2025 "World Happiness Report" is released
Professor Bruce Hood is interviewed by BBC Radio 5 live and LBC, following the release of the 2025 World Happiness Report
Dr Sarah Jelbert is a guest on BBC News World Service's, "What in the World?"
Episode: How do you become the happiest country in the world?
Professor Stephan Lewandowsky features in Earth.com and The Conversation
The articles discuss why we may miss "autocratic red flags" and how to help fight misinformation and fake news
Chris Stone is interviewed by ITV News
The news clip discusses smoking rates in regions of England and how technology could help people quit
Professor Stephan Lewandowsky features as a guest on Medical News Today podcast, regarding health misinformation
Health misinformation and disinformation: How to avoid it
Are Emus still the "world's dumbest bird"?
Dr Fay Clark's study into the birds, features in many news outlets and discusses how the 'palaeognathae' group of birds have not been studied like others
"Here’s why kids are so gross"
How to outwit gambling adverts
Dr Philip Newall co-authors article for "the conversation"
Dr Claire Garnett features in BBC News
Researchers suggest the "Drink Less" app, developed at the University College London, could prevent alcohol-related deaths
Heart rates to be recorded at concerts in St George's Bristol
As part of new research on the impact of collective experiences, Professor Iain Gilchrist reveals how he is measuring audience responses to live music at St George's
Professor Michael Banissy features in the guardian
In this article, researchers discuss the different hug types and the optimal length to receive the most benefits
Chris Stone features in news outlets across the world
A recent "smartwatch smoking relapse intervention" received a lot of media coverage this week, discussing how technology can help people quit smoking