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- Current, peer-reviewed trustworthy research, read in 30 minutes or less across 25 encyclopedias.
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Integrated Assessment Models for Climate Change
"These models help researchers to understand possible implications of climate inaction. They evaluate the effects of national and international policies on global emissions and devise optimal emissions trajectories in line with long-term temperature targets and their implications for infrastructure, investment, and behavior. ..." – By Maureen Stone
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Individual Differences at Work
"The cost of hiring someone who is unproductive and destructive is considerable. Equally, knowing what to look for in those who turn out to be happy and productive is very important. The central questions are what to look for and how to measure it. ..." – By Adrian Furnham
What's New to the OREs
In December2020, more than 130 new and revised articles have been published on the Oxford Research Encyclopedias platform. Explore the recently published articles now.
Three More Encyclopedias Available via Subscription and Perpetual Access
On May 28, the Oxford Research Encyclopedias of Business and Management, Economics and Finance, and Neuroscience will be available via subscription. After a successful free period during development, the OREs provide in-depth overviews of the major areas of research and will continue to grow with the field over time. If you're a librarian, explore Subscriber Services to learn how to provide access to the OREs for your institution. If you're not a librarian, you can recommend the OREs to your librarian here.
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Recently Published
Browse recently published articles by month, including summaries and previews of forthcoming full-text articles.
