I am currently working on a project that is exploring changing practices and perceptions of freedom. The hypothesis of the research is that smart tech, the insights of the behavioural sciences, the emergence of big data and algorithmic government, and the rise of Behavioural Public Policy are coming together to redefine the norms of freedom […]
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Talking about neuroliberalism
If you would like to find out more about our new book Neuroliberalism: Behavioural Government in the 21st Century, listen to this recent interview that was carried out between Mark Whitehead and Joram Feitsma.
Secrecy and the Non-Curated Life.
There is a moment in the recent American “techno-thriller” The Circle when Mae Holland (played by Emma Watson) makes the observation that she is a better person when she is being watched. At this point in the film Mae has decided to go “completely transparent”, opening her entire life to online observation and scrutiny. Those familiar […]
Neuroliberalism – The Book
We are pleased to announce that our new book Neuroliberalism: Behavioural Government in the Twenty First Century is due out towards the end of the summer. Review: ‘Indispensable and provocative reading for everyone interested in behavioral science, and its growing impact on everyday life. A terrific, fact-filled overview, it is also genuinely original, and it manages […]
Technology Justice
Department of Geography and Earth Sciences Centenary Lecture Series Technology Justice – why it’s time to reboot our relationship with technology Simon Trace CBE 7pm Tuesday 14th March 2017 A6 – Llandinam Building Department of Geography and Earth Sciences Aberystwyth University Technology underpins human development. We need access to it to provide the very basics […]
Mindfulness Conference
Mindfulness – Adaptations, Ethics and Impact All Wales Event – Aberystwyth University, supported by the Centre for Mindfulness Research and Practice, Bangor University Friday 2nd September 2016 9.30-4.30 What ethical issues should we consider as mindfulness interventions expand into different and diverse contexts? How can Mindfulness have impact and support more systemic change in Wales […]
Home Energy Coaching
A fascinating new report has just been published on energy behaviours and home coaching entitled Relationship experts – Behaviour Change and Home Energy Coaching. The report is the product of a six month research project run by Ymlaen Ceredigion, in partnership with Ceredigion County Council and Aberystwyth University. Drawing on the insights of the behavioural sciences the […]
Mindfulness and Behaviour Change – Exploring the Connections
Our third Mindfulness and Behaviour Change trial report if now available to download here: MBCEPPfinal This Report should be read alongside our other trial findings: Report 1 Report 2 and our synthesis report Synthesis Report
Following a highly engaging Parliamentary launch we are pleased to announce that the final report on our mindfulness trials if now out. This report provides a summary of our research into the connections between mindfulness and behavioural insights. The full report can be downloaded here Mindfulness Behaviour Change and Decision Making_Final Report. We would like to acknowledge […]
Mind the GAP
We are delighted to share our latest report mindfulnessreportGAPfinal related to our ongoing work exploring the connections between mindfulness and behaviour change. This report was produced in collaboration with the environmental charity Global Action Plan (GAP). It should be read alongside our previous report produced in liaison with the Welsh government As you will see, the report raises […]
Changing Behaviours - An ESRC Project 