Centre for Consumers and Sustainable Consumption
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Current Research
Sustainability and ethical considerations remain central to our focus, and we lead the way in research in these domains.
Fashion's New Frontier: A Battle for a Greener, Fairer Industry
The fashion industry stands at a crossroads, and Professor Helen Goworek is leading the way toward a more sustainable future.
Robots in Service: The Human Connection
In the tech-driven landscape, a pivotal question arises: Should service robots resemble humans? Professor Markus Blut explores the impact of human-like service robots.
Recommendation Agents: Elevate Your Online Retail Strategy!
Centre researchers have conducted a comprehensive meta-analysis, to guide retailers in choosing the most effective electronic recommendation agents for their business.
Popularity Sign Paradox: The Hidden Pitfalls
Dr Arezou Ghiassaleh has conducted extensive experimental research on the caveats behind the popularity signs used in online retail environments.