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Big Data for Development Studies? An Innovative Methodology
Published by: Institute of Development Studies
This paper makes a foundational methodological contribution to the analysis of big data for development studies. Big data has revolutionised the natural and applied sciences (and commerce). However, its use within development studies has been comparatively limited.
Inadequate cooling infrastructure and the risks of heat stress
Extreme heatwaves have hit countries around the world in the past few weeks including those in Southern Europe, the USA and China, where...
Türkiye-Syria earthquake response: relief efforts being hampered by politics
As the death toll rises day by day, the response to this week’s devastating earthquake in Türkiye and Syria is being hindered by...
IDS Research Fellow appointed to new Technical Advisory Group on indoor heat risks
IDS Cities Cluster Research Fellow Nausheen Anwar has been appointed to the Technical Advisory Group (TAG) for a new project seeking to...
Public Spaces, Placemaking and Integration of Migrants in Finland (accessible version)
Published by: Institute of Development Studies
Placemaking and urban public spaces are important but often neglected factors in the integration and wellbeing of forcibly displaced people and other migrants. Migrants tend to have limited access and ability to use public spaces and are under-represented in urban planning processes.
Co-Designing Urban Play Spaces to Improve Migrant Children’s Wellbeing (accessible version)
Published by: Institute of Development Studies
Between 2001 and 2011, India’s urban population increased from almost 28 per cent to just over 31 per cent. Almost 139 million people migrated to cities (mainly Delhi and Mumbai), often bringing their children with them.
Newcomer Wellbeing and Placemaking in Southeast England (accessible version)
Published by: Institute of Development Studies
This briefing explores how refugees and asylum seekers experience wellbeing and placemaking in urban contexts, through interviews with people working for non-governmental and community organisations in southeast England.
The Role of Urban Public Spaces in Managing Displacement in Norway (accessible version)
Published by: Institute of Development Studies
Refugees, temporarily displaced people, and migrants who arrive in Norwegian cities would benefit from equitable access to urban public spaces.
Public Spaces, Placemaking and Integration of Migrants in Finland
Published by: Institute of Development Studies
Placemaking and urban public spaces are important but often neglected factors in the integration and wellbeing of forcibly displaced people and other migrants. Migrants tend to have limited access and ability to use public spaces and are under-represented in urban planning processes.