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Missing biomarkers in biosocial data

A number of survey based studies, e.g. Understanding Society, English Longitudinal Study of Ageing, now collect biological samples from the blood, hair, saliva, teeth, nails and …

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Researching approaches for education in the digital age: digital tethering and digital métissage

Researching education in the digital age arguably has become both more complex and more exciting in terms of the issues that need to be considered and …

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Complex social survey data designs

Social scientists now have unprecedented access to data. New social science data resources are increasingly becoming available including new forms of ‘found’ data1, such as administrative …

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New methods for tracking immediate audience reaction to performances

When we attend live performances, one important part of the experience is the ‘collective engagement’1 with others attending the same performance, and feeling and sensing others’ …

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Diary methods: voyages into the interior

'Please write as much as you can about what you do, what you talk about, what you eat and drink, what you buy or sell, what …

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What do we know about mixed-device online surveys in the UK?

We now live in a digital age with a high level use of technologies in everyday life. The way surveys are conducted is changing. Adoption of …

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PhD Studentship Opportunity

PhD Studentship (ESRC South Coast DTP) - Online surveys and mobile device use in a digital age Location:  Highfield Campus, University of Southampton Salary:   Annual …

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Call for special issue proposals - International Journal of Social Research Methodology

The International Journal of Social Research Methodology publishes up to two guest-edited Special Issues per volume.  The IJSRM editorial board welcomes proposals for Special Issues for …