Researchers found that tension and lack of it have a significant impact on surgical performance, with shared past successes priming teams for better collaboration
The Institute for Gender and the Economy's new report emphasizes the importance of prioritizing care and the caring economy in research and policymaking. The report identifies key gaps in data collection and analysis, including the lack of information on unpaid care, temporary, and migrant care workers.
A paper co-authored by Prof. Ruben Gaetani of the University of Toronto explores how unconventional innovation occurs in high-density locations, challenging common beliefs about its concentration.
A $1000 cash incentive significantly increased COVID-19 vaccination rates among hesitant individuals, reaching 87 percent. The study highlights the effectiveness of monetary incentives in addressing collective action problems like vaccine hesitancy and climate change.
Claire Célérier, a leading expert in household finance, has been recognized by the Bank of Canada with its Governor's Award for her groundbreaking research on financial inclusion. The award provides a $30,000 annual research grant to support her work on innovative financial products and behavioral biases.
A study by University of Toronto researchers found that giving Malawi high school students limited internet access to quality online sources improved their English and biology scores. The intervention provided smartphones with restricted online access to Wikipedia, leading to significant gains among lower-achieving students.
Researchers found traders prefer larger companies with strong analyst coverage and a greater ability to convert their shares into cash. They actively traded on firms where both hard and soft information gave similar signals about the future.
A recent study from the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management found that slow stock analysts outperform their faster counterparts. Portfolios that follow their advice have been shown to perform five to 10 percent better, thanks to their ability to assess a company's value and update forecasts more frequently.
A Canadian study published in JAMA found a very low incidence of false-positive results among rapid antigen tests used to serially screen asymptomatic workers. The study showed only 0.05% of over 900,000 tests administered had false-positive results.
Alternative data can improve market performance by encouraging firms to bring in more skilled people to extract unique insights. As funds acquire these skills, they can process more alternative data at a lower cost, leading to stronger performance for both the fund and the market.
A study by the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management found that predictive analytics can increase revenue by $500,000 to $1 million for manufacturers who invest in IT capital, educate their workforce, and implement high-efficiency manufacturing processes. The research team surveyed over 30,000 manufacturers and found that...
Researchers developed an algorithm that combines product popularity and variety to increase customer appeal, resulting in a 30% increase in customer engagement. The study, conducted with Wayfair, also found the algorithm was efficient and required minimal customer data.
A new study from the University of Toronto found that virtual job interviews during COVID-19 increased anxiety in candidates, leading to reduced performance. Organizations can improve candidate experience and fairness by designing platforms that minimize anxiety, suggests lead researcher Julie McCarthy.
A recent study by researchers from the University of Toronto and UCLA Anderson School of Management found that automatic entry into competitive processes can reduce gender disparities in decision-making. In three cash-for-task experiments with over 1500 participants, women were shown to be as competitive as men when given the option to...
A new study published in Psychological Science found that people tend to perceive angry responses as a sign of guilt, even when they're not. The researchers, led by Katherine DeCelles, discovered that calm denials and silence are more indicative of innocence than an angry response.
A study found that Airbnb's Smart Pricing algorithm narrowed the racial revenue gap, but only for Black hosts who adopted it. The algorithm increased monthly occupancy and overall revenue for Black hosts by nearly 9% and $13.92 a night.
Researchers found that people tend to express themselves in terms of support instead of opposition on social media, regardless of the opinion's positivity or negativity. This phenomenon holds true for various topics, including gun control, same-sex marriage, and self-isolation during COVID-19 outbreaks.
Researchers developed an AI-powered algorithm to detect COVID-19 origins in municipal wastewater systems. The system uses automatic sensors and manhole sampling to quickly identify key locations for manual testing and contact tracing, reducing the time to locate sources from days to hours.
A study on India's successful polio vaccination program reveals that managerial strategies, including bundling healthcare services, engaging stakeholders, and implementing accountability mechanisms, were crucial to its success. The findings highlight the importance of addressing social trust and political vulnerability in mass vaccinat...
A new study from the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management finds that using social values primarily for self-interested purposes like profit or reputation can diminish their special status. The research cautions that even subtle normalization of such uses can lead to erosion of people's commitment to these values.
A new study found that global success for Canadian companies depends on prior R&D investment and the company's ability to learn from international exposure. The research shows that Canadian companies that go international are more productive and successful due to investments in R&D and learning from new markets.
A new study found that social movements lose popular approval when action is disruptive. Researchers conducted six experiments to understand the 'activist's dilemma' and how movements can overcome it. The findings suggest that activists should weigh their options carefully to achieve their objectives.
Andrey Golubov, a leading expert on mergers and takeovers at the University of Toronto, has received the Bank of Canada's Governor's Award. The award provides financial support for his research on mergers and acquisitions, corporate governance, and firm value and performance.
Researchers Heski Bar-Isaac and John Asker found that MAP can be beneficial for consumers who seek lower prices, but also allows manufacturers to get more money from less price-discriminating shoppers. The study suggests a one-size-fits-all approach to regulating MAP is misguided.
Researchers at University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management devised a new method to manage perishable inventory, cutting costs by up to 27%. The single most effective strategy is shortening lead time between receiving an order and delivering it, reducing costs for suppliers in the food retail industry.
A study of 1800 working-aged residents in a Colombian public apartment complex found that women on the ground floor earned twice as much as those on other floors, narrowing the gender earnings gap. Ground-floor female entrepreneurs also earned triple what their neighbors made in other occupations.
A study by the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management found that credit default swaps (CDS) can cushion stock prices against credit downgrades. Companies with CDS saw a 44-52% reduction in stock price drops after a downgrade, compared to those without CDS.
A new study from the University of Toronto suggests that Canada's restrictive foreign investment policies are stifling innovation and productivity, resulting in lost jobs and earnings worth $9.6 billion annually. Relaxing these restrictions could boost productivity by 0.79% and create up to 137,400 new jobs.
Researchers observed brain activity while participants made choices between lotteries, finding neural activity responsible for both rational and irrational decision-making. The study suggests that occasional inconsistent choices are fundamental to how a typical brain works, contradicting previous theories.
A study by University of Toronto researchers found that a six-point performance rating scale reduces the gender gap in ratings, with both sexes getting top rankings almost equally. Altering the ratings scale can limit the expression of pre-existing biases, such as stereotypes associating brilliant performance with men more than women.
A recent study by Yeun Joon Kim found that negative feedback from bosses can stifle creativity, but criticism from colleagues or employees of lower rank can have the opposite effect. The key takeaway is for managers and coworkers to be more mindful when offering negative feedback.
A new study found that improvements in property damage and casualties differ for fire departments with informal, formal, or contract-based collaborations. Formal contracts improve performance on goals firefighters are motivated to achieve, but may negatively impact motivation for other important goals.
Researchers Profs. Sonia Kang and Sarah Kaplan offer five solutions to address structural and systemic barriers to advancing women in science, medicine and global health. The authors challenge common myths about diversity and inclusion and propose innovative interventions to create a more inclusive environment.
A new study from the University of Toronto found that holding news conferences after every FOMC meeting may have done the opposite, setting markets up for unnecessary surprises. The research highlights the potential risks of treating meetings differently, which could reduce transparency through delayed information release.
Researchers from the University of Toronto found that leaders tend to transfer their past cultural experience to new groups, creating ineffective cultures. This 'cultural transfer perspective' highlights the need for leaders to disconnect from their past experiences and analyze current circumstances to create effective cultures.
Professor Anita McGahan received the inaugural Education Impact Award from the Strategic Management Society for her exceptional contributions to quality and innovation in teaching strategic management. The award acknowledges her dedication to improving teaching skills and empowering others through high-quality materials.
A study by University of Toronto researchers found that Twitter is a reliable source for investor information, predicting company earnings and stock price movements. The 'Wisdom of Crowds' concept highlights the value of social media in promoting market efficiency.
The INFORMS Society for Marketing Science honored research papers by Rotman School Marketing faculty, with Prof. Avi Goldfarb and Catherine Tucker's paper 'Online Display Advertising: Targeting and Obtrusiveness' receiving the 2018 Long Term Impact Award.
A new study by Gonzalo Romero and colleagues suggests that equal subsidies for gold-standard medications can be an effective way to promote their use. In the worst-case scenario, this approach still reaches at least half of treatments, while in better conditions, it may achieve up to 85% of maximum possible drug treatment outcomes.
Dilip Soman, a leading behavioral economics expert, has been awarded the Canada Research Chair in Behavioral Science and Economics. He will use his research to inform social policy and improve consumer wellbeing through behavioral change.
Researchers at UofT discovered that relative and absolute time estimates contradict each other when considering unknown future events. Abstract vs concrete thinking influences which direction these estimates flow, with abstract thinkers feeling a sooner event, but longer time estimate.
A study by the University of Toronto Rotman School of Management found that low confidence can lead to selfish behavior, but also increased generosity when public choices are made. In contrast, high confidence participants tend to be more generous in their choices.
A two-year study in Milan found that providing parents with information and 'nudges' to donate cord blood increased collection rates significantly. The study used behavioral science techniques to encourage expectant mothers to donate their baby's cord blood.
András Tilcsik, a professor at the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management, has been awarded a Canada Research Chair to investigate biases in organizational processes and policies for hiring. His research will provide evidence and information to help build more diverse and equitable workplaces.
A new model from the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management provides an integrated marketing-operations framework to help companies design effective service policies for their call centres. The framework links call centre capacity, service quality, and future consumer behaviour, enabling companies to tailor service levels ...
A new study finds that US multinationals operating in tax havens often report earnings by broad categories instead of individual countries, making it harder to track profits and identify potential tax avoidance. Larger companies and those in resource-intensive industries are particularly likely to be vague about their reporting.
Sandro Ambuehl, an assistant professor at the University of Toronto, has received a three-year grant to investigate the impact of nudges on financial decision-making. He will collaborate with Stanford University economist B. Douglas Bernheim on the project.
Partha Mohanram, a UofT accounting professor, received the award for his scholarly achievements in advancing accounting thought. He is a leading expert in valuation and has published extensively in top accounting journals.
A study from the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management found that giving structure to information can hinder creativity and cognitive flexibility. Participants in organized information groups displayed less creativity and spent less time on tasks compared to those working with unorganized information.
A new study provides an integrated marketing-operations framework to help companies design more effective service policies for their call centers. The framework considers the flow of customers through the call center and their subsequent behavior, allowing companies to design different service levels for various customer types.