The rise of neuro-scepticism: Trends and themes at Warc's Advertising Research 2011 conference

A report from Warc's 2011 Advertising Research conference, featuring insights from Baskin Shark, Synovate, Hall & Partners, Mindlab, T-Mobile and decode marketing.

The rise of neuro-scepticism: Trends and themes at Warc's Advertising Research 2011 conference

Joseph Clift

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If the presentations at Warc's annual Advertising Research conference, which took place in London in September 2011, shared a single common goal, it was this: they all attempted to provide clear guidance on how researchers can provide value to their clients.

As Mark Palmer, chairing the conference, pointed out: "Researchers are increasingly used spuriously to sell products." The need to cut through the noise...

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