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How precarity drives people into activism
New study introduces the concept to ‘necessity activism’ to describe how survival rather than ideology drives people to political engagement.
Thursday 26 February 2026

Dr Jet G Sanders to lead new WHO Collaborating Centre
Based within the National Institute for Public Health and the Environment of the Netherlands (RIVM), the Centre will support the WHO in integrating behavioural insights into global health responses.
Wednesday 25 February 2026

How climate movements can use social media to increase public engagement
A recent study by LSE researchers in partnership with Extinction Rebellion UK offers valuable insights into the effectiveness of social media strategies for climate organisations.
Monday 23 February 2026

The PBS PhD journey: insights and advice from Dr Alyssa Pandolfo
Dr Alyssa Pandolfo reflects on her PhD journey in the Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science, sharing insights on the challenges, opportunities and her top tips for future candidates.
Monday 12 January 2026

Chatbots can influence political views, new study finds
Information-packed arguments were found to be the most convincing but least accurate.
Tuesday 9 December 2025

New report from UNDP: Will AI create a new Great Divergence?
A new report from UNDP whose principal author is LSE's Professor Michael Muthukrishna, warns that without deliberate action, AI could deepen global inequality instead of driving inclusion.
Monday 8 December 2025

PBS colleagues receive Excellence in Education Awards
We are proud to celebrate colleagues from the Department of Psychological and Behavioural Science who have been recognised in the annual LSE Excellence in Education Awards.
Monday 1 December 2025

First comprehensive investigation shows large support for core ideas of ‘degrowth,’ but not the label
A major study finds that UK and US publics express strong support for policy measures centred on reducing harmful production and prioritising wellbeing when presented with the full degrowth proposal.
Monday 1 December 2025

Why do people turn down interventions designed to help them?
New research from Cambridge and LSE offers an answer.
Friday 28 November 2025

Teaching happiness: LSE’s leading role in wellbeing education
Learn more about our unique offerings, from summer school courses to Master's specialisms
Wednesday 19 November 2025

Enjoyment is key to keeping resolutions, according to new research
Laura M Giurge and co-authors explored how intrinsic versus extrinsic motivation shapes our chances of success.
Monday 17 November 2025

Looping effects in psychology: turning anomalies into opportunities
Thursday 6 November 2025
