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Understanding Human Behavior Response to Disasters
"Human behavior during disasters is shaped by a complex interplay of psychological, social, cultural, and economic factors. Understanding these elements is critical to improving disaster preparedness, response..." – By Dmitry Erokhin, and Nadejda Komendantova
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Natech Risk Communication
"Risk communication and information disclosure regarding chemical accidents entail the provision of relevant information to communities potentially affected by such incidents. This enables communities to comprehend the hazards..." – By Dimitrios Tzioutzios and others
What's New to the OREs
In November 2024, 76 new articles and 12 revised articles, spread across 20 subjects, have been published on the Oxford Research Encyclopedias platform.
ORE Food Studies is Now Available via Subscription and Perpetual Access
On October 23, after a successful free period during development, the Oxford Research Encyclopedia of Food Studies has been made available via subscription and perpetual access to libraries and institutions worldwide.
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