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Perspectives on broad prosperity: ESB launches podcast series with Tilburg University professors
11th October 2023How prosperous is the Netherlands? Will the next generation fare better or worse? In a 14-part podcast series, economic journal ESB invites researchers from Tilburg University to join thought-provoking conversations with policymakers, politicians and academics from other universities. The series kicks off with professor Kim Putters.
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‘I'd like a handgun, please’: American states that allow instant gun purchases have more domestic homicides
03rd October 2023In many parts of America, you can walk into a gun store and walk out with a firearm. But in some states, there's a mandatory waiting period for gun purchases. Behavioral economist David Schindler delved into the effects of handgun waiting periods. He found that they prevent hundreds of gun deaths each year—especially reducing the risk of women dying from gun violence in their home after a domestic dispute.
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Eight Tilburg University programs rated as best in their fields
29th September 2023In the Elsevier Beste Studies 2023 ranking, that was published on Thursday, September 28, two Tilburg University Bachelor’s programs and six Master’s programs are rated as the best of their kind.