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Brain scans could detect future criminals

This content was published on Dec 13, 2009 Scientists from universities in Zurich and Konstanz, Germany have uncovered how brains behave in people who make promises they know very well they are going to break. The researchers, economists and neuroscientists, discovered that although to all outward appearances trustworthy and untrustworthy people behave the same way, the ones who do not keep their word…

Young gamers at risk from addiction

This content was published on Dec 12, 2009 But what may seem to be a good idea can in fact turn out to be a bitter pill for parents. According to Michael Rufer, deputy head of Zurich University’s psychiatric polyclinic, just like gambling or the internet, gaming can become an addiction. swissinfo.ch: Should parents take particular care when purchasing computer or video games…

Switzerland showcases science globally

This content was published on Dec 11, 2009 Swissnex – a global network of bureaus focused on intensifying global partnerships in the fields of science, education, art and innovation – presented an update on its activities in Winterthur on Thursday. The organisation outlined its achievements in the four main branches of Boston, San Francisco, Singapore and Shanghai. Much of the work focuses on…

New findings bury Basel’s geothermal plans

This content was published on Dec 10, 2009 A risk analysis study published on Thursday found that the danger of setting off more earthquakes was too great if drilling at the site resumed. The project was put on hold three years ago after thousands of claims for damage were filed with insurers. Total costs for the damage were around SFr9 million ($8.78 million).…

Shelters for battered men open their doors

This content was published on Dec 10, 2009 While women remain the largest victims of abuse between the sexes, both homes target men who have suffered physical or psychological violence from a spouse, often during a divorce or separation. The first shelter, “Zwüschehalt” – “stopover” in Swiss German – opened on Thursday in a village near the city of Aarau, in northwest Switzerland.…

Testosterone aggression link disputed

This content was published on Dec 8, 2009 The hormone instead encourages status-seeking behaviour, scientists at Zurich University and the University of London believe. The findings were reported in the journal Nature on Tuesday. The study involving 120 women also showed that conventional wisdom about the effects of the sexual hormone is so strong that people behave more aggressively if believe they have…

Women researchers remain in minority

This content was published on Dec 7, 2009 In 2007, 13 per cent of colleges were led by women, according to a report released by the Federal Statistics Office on Monday. The numbers were published as part of the “She Figures 2009” report. “While the numbers show that women’s participation in scientific research has generally been growing at a faster rate than men’s…

Green hope

This content was published on Dec 7, 2009 At the UN Climate Conference in Copenhagen from December 7 to 18 about 200 countries are attempting to agree on a global climate accord. (Picture desk: Salome Weber, swissinfo.ch)

Switzerland has its word to say in Copenhagen

This content was published on Dec 6, 2009 The talks in the capital, Copenhagen, take place from December 7-18 and are considered key in sending a global message about reducing emissions of carbon dioxide (CO2). Leuenberger is hoping for binding measures on emissions reduction and welcomes the increasing commitment from China and the United States in climate protection. swissinfo.ch: You are the longest-serving…

Swissinfo.ch – analysis and reporting of the minaret debate

This content was published on Nov 30, 2009 Switzerland’s direct democracy means that it is citizens who have the last word on important political decisions. At the weekend Swiss voted, with a majority of 58 per cent, to accept a ban on future minaret construction. The minaret debate dossier provided by swissinfo.ch contains reactions as well as analysis articles on the result of…

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