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LRF Institute for the Public Understanding of Risk

@ipur_nus

Based in NUS, IPUR is a research and public outreach institute which seeks to help the public better understand risk issues in Asia.

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Experts in session 3 shed light on crucial factors which influence #decisionmaking: the role of social representations, how the emotions of choice recipients influence the decision risks, and understanding how people respond to situations characterized by #risk and #uncertainty.

Experts in session 3 shed light on crucial factors which influence #decisionmaking: the role of social representations, how the emotions of choice recipients influence the decision risks, and understanding how people respond to situations characterized by #risk and #uncertainty.
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Session 4 looked at the impact of climate risk scores on property purchase decisions and understanding public risk perceptions about water security. Insights from the discussions are poised to drive more initiatives and research supporting more effective communication and safety.

Session 4 looked at the impact of climate risk scores on property purchase decisions and understanding public risk perceptions about water security. Insights from the discussions are poised to drive more initiatives and research supporting more effective communication and safety.
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How can we ensure that society as a whole is prepared for broad implicating risks such as natural hazards while at the same time taking action against everyday risks such as health and safety? Find out how this was addressed at IPUR's latest Risk Quotient. ipur.nus.edu.sg/a-look-back-ri…

How can we ensure that society as a whole is prepared for broad implicating risks such as natural hazards while at the same time taking action against everyday risks such as health and safety? Find out how this was addressed at IPUR's latest Risk Quotient.
ipur.nus.edu.sg/a-look-back-ri…
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Register now for our “Understanding and Communicating Risk” online #course on edX This course features materials and resources to give you a comprehensive understanding of the concepts and best practices in effective risk communication. edx.org/learn/risk-man…

Register now for our “Understanding and Communicating Risk” online #course on <a href="/edXOnline/">edX</a>
This course features materials and resources to give you a comprehensive understanding of the concepts and best practices in effective risk communication.

edx.org/learn/risk-man…
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Week 2 of our risk communication online course features Prof Paul Slovic, professor of psychology at the University of Oregon and the president of Decision Research. The course is currently available in a self-paced format so register now! lnkd.in/gHb8Jwpf

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Join us on 15 May as we present and discuss findings from a collaborative study of public perceptions of Net Zero in Singapore. Alongside the report presentation, IPUR is launching a How-To-Guide to support Singaporeans in reducing their carbon footprint. eventbrite.sg/e/getting-to-n…

Join us on 15 May as we present and discuss findings from a collaborative study of public perceptions of Net Zero in Singapore. Alongside the report presentation, IPUR is launching a How-To-Guide to support Singaporeans in reducing their carbon footprint.

eventbrite.sg/e/getting-to-n…
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IPUR is looking for a motivated and creative Communications and Design Intern to join the team. This internship offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both communications and design in the area of risk communication. ipur.nus.edu.sg/ipur-is-lookin…

IPUR is looking for a motivated and creative Communications and Design Intern to join the team. This internship offers an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in both communications and design in the area of risk communication. 

ipur.nus.edu.sg/ipur-is-lookin…
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We're proud to present a joint report with the Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities at SUTD Singapore and MSE Singapore on public perceptions towards #netzero launched earlier today at the "Getting to Net Zero: Knowledge and Perceptions in Singapore" event. ipur.nus.edu.sg/event/getting-…

We're proud to present a joint report with the Lee Kuan Yew Centre for Innovative Cities at <a href="/sutdsg/">SUTD Singapore</a> and <a href="/MSEsingapore/">MSE Singapore</a> on public perceptions towards #netzero launched earlier today at the "Getting to Net Zero: Knowledge and Perceptions in Singapore" event.

ipur.nus.edu.sg/event/getting-…
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If you're attending #UR24, join us on 21 June for the Risk Know-How Hack where we invite participants to brainstorm solutions to two prevalent issues faced by frontline risk practitioners. More information: ipur.nus.edu.sg/event/risk-kno… About the conference: forum.urpartner.io/event/bc848bef…

If you're attending #UR24, join us on 21 June for the Risk Know-How Hack where we invite participants to brainstorm solutions to two prevalent issues faced by frontline risk practitioners. 

More information:
ipur.nus.edu.sg/event/risk-kno…

About the conference:
forum.urpartner.io/event/bc848bef…
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One of the problems for our Risk Know-How hackathon on 21 June at Understanding Risk is on helping #coastal communities in the #Philippines adapt to land-based livelihoods. Join us and other risk practitioners to come up with some ideas and #solutions! #UR24 ipur.nus.edu.sg/event/risk-kno…

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Session recap on empowering communities to unlock aging potential: Field-based research and inclusive design instruments are critical to enrich social spaces for healthy and successful aging. Speakers shared their experiences and case studies from US, Singapore and Japan. #UR24

Session recap on empowering communities to unlock aging potential: Field-based research and inclusive design instruments are critical to enrich social spaces for healthy and successful aging. Speakers shared their experiences and case studies from US, Singapore and Japan. #UR24
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Big thank you to all our panellists who joined in our sessions at Understanding Risk #UR24 in Himeji, Japan. And also a big thank to you all who contributed to the discussions and took part in the interactive sessions! lnkd.in/gvv3dPGf #disasterrisk #communication

Big thank you to all our panellists who joined in our sessions at <a href="/UnderstandRisk/">Understanding Risk</a> #UR24 in Himeji, Japan. And also a big thank to you all who contributed to the discussions and took part in the interactive sessions!
 
lnkd.in/gvv3dPGf

#disasterrisk #communication
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We're excited to announce a partnership with Diabetes Singapore called "Mind Over Diabetes" to enhance public awareness and understanding of #diabetes care and management, by exposing fixed mindsets and fostering growth mindsets. ipur.nus.edu.sg/ipur-partnerin…

We're excited to announce a partnership with Diabetes Singapore called "Mind Over Diabetes" to enhance public awareness and understanding of #diabetes care and management, by exposing fixed mindsets and fostering growth mindsets.

ipur.nus.edu.sg/ipur-partnerin…
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Risk know-how participated in the International Conference on Resilient Systems 2024. Here are three key snippets from the sessions (a thread) riskknowhow.org/risk-know-how-… LRF Institute for the Public Understanding of Risk Lloyd's Register Foundation #riskknowhow (1/4)

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⚠️Whether it's deciding if you should undergo a medical procedure or if that new diet is right for you, everyone makes decisions involving risk. Assessing risk information can be difficult, as too often news stories don’t provide relevant information to make decisions.

⚠️Whether it's deciding if you should undergo a medical procedure or if that new diet is right for you, everyone makes decisions involving risk.

Assessing risk information can be difficult, as too often news stories don’t provide relevant information to make decisions.
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New course content now available on our online course via edX Brought to you by our collaborators from Risk know-how - Maricarmen Climént and Alfie Hoar will guide you through concepts on uncertainty, benefits and harm, and instincts. Enrol now: edx.org/learn/risk-man…

New course content now available on our online course via <a href="/edXOnline/">edX</a> Brought to you by our collaborators from <a href="/Riskknowhow/">Risk know-how</a> - <a href="/mc_climent/">Maricarmen Climént</a> and Alfie Hoar will guide you through concepts on uncertainty, benefits and harm, and instincts.

Enrol now:
edx.org/learn/risk-man…
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IPUR is so excited to have Marla Orenstein join us as a visiting scholar following her time at Canada West Foundation. At IPUR, she will be looking at how to support government decision-makers in understanding and using AI for environmental planning. ipur.nus.edu.sg/ipur-welcomes-…

IPUR is so excited to have Marla Orenstein join us as a visiting scholar following her time at Canada West Foundation. At IPUR, she will be looking at how to support government decision-makers in understanding and using AI for environmental planning. 

ipur.nus.edu.sg/ipur-welcomes-…
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We are pleased to announce the launch of our 2025 seed grant call for proposals focusing on three main areas: Data and #Technology, #Environment and Climate and #Health and Lifestyle. More information about the call details and key dates for submission: ipur.nus.edu.sg/get-involved/i…

We are pleased to announce the launch of our 2025 seed grant call for proposals focusing on three main areas: Data and #Technology, #Environment and Climate and #Health and Lifestyle. 

More information about the call details and key dates for submission:
ipur.nus.edu.sg/get-involved/i…
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Congrats to Reuben Ng for finishing as a runner-up in the Global Anti-Scam Alliance Scam Fighter Awards 2025 as "Best Scam-Fighting Individual", addressing the multifaceted challenges of #scams, creating lasting impact on global and national levels. gasa.org/post/gasa-anno…