Human sciences

Institutional funding and interpersonal solidarity in Senegal

· Perceived ‘abuses’ in the pricing of financial services fuel a much more general institutional distrust.
· Interpersonal financing remains a significant alternative to credit institutions.
· However, a number of players are calling for greater formalisation of funding.
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Mobile money: an alternative to a bank account for small businesses in Senegal?

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décryptage de la lettre de Charles Quint - Cécile Pierrot à la bibliothèque

AI provides a wide range of new tools for historical research

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In a bright, modern office, a group of four people is engaged in a brainstorming session. A man is writing on a whiteboard, while three others, seated around a wooden table, are discussing and looking at a laptop. Colorful sticky notes are visible on the board. The space is decorated with colorful curtains and hanging lamps, creating a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere.

Launching new technologies: “Sometimes it’s better to wait for the right moment”

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Two individuals sitting on a couch, playing video games. One is holding a game controller, focused on the screen, while the other appears to be giving advice or sharing strategies. The setting is modern and bright, with a kitchen visible in the background.

Video games : a study documents beneficial effects on mental health

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A woman stands in a train, holding a phone. She is wearing a beige coat and a blue and brown scarf. The interior of the train is bright, with seats and metal support bars.

A mathematical model to help AIs anticipate human emotions

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