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Study suggests skateboarders offer a valuable life lesson for us all »

Sport psychology research shows a willingness to learn new skills and take risks is linked to motivation.

 

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Op-ed series puts SF State marine science in the spotlight

Scientists at SF State’s Estuary and Ocean Science Center write about their research in the San Francisco Examiner.
Aerial photo of a large arc of small structures in the desert with mountains in the background

Studying a city that appears out of thin air

At Burning Man, Professor of Geography & Environment Andrew Oliphant found a natural laboratory for understanding the urban atmosphere.
Person on bicycle crosses a snowy intersection in Copenhagen

Professor takes the street fight to Europe

Professor of Geography & Environment Jason Henderson looks to Copenhagen for green transit inspiration.
A mother wearing a purse waving goodbye to a nanny holding her kid.

Study links rise in fertility rates for the rich to income inequality

Recent research shows that cheap home-care services might be helping wealthy mothers have more children.
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