2025-01-14

Swedish Institute for Social Research

More Bars Hit Harder in Socially Disadvantaged Areas

Can more bars lead to more societal problems? A new study from the Swedish Institute for Social Research (SOFI) shows that the answer is yes—but it depends on the bars' location.

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2025-01-09

Swedish Institute for Social Research

Lena Schröder has passed away

Lena Schröder, a former colleague at SOFI, passed away on December 2, 2024. Throughout her long career, she made significant contributions to research on the labor market for youth and immigrants.

2024-12-03

Swedish Institute for Social Research

Protests Can Influence Politics – Preserving the Status Quo

Protests against energy projects often make headlines—but how effective are they? A new study of 40 years of Swedish energy protests reveals that efforts to maintain the status quo succeed more often than those pushing for change.

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