Articles tagged with Business
Researchers found that sharing a meal with a counterpart improves negotiation outcomes, leading to faster deal-making and lower losses. The study revealed that coordination during meal consumption was key to collaboration during negotiations.
A new study from Portland State University found that managers experience increased resource gains and losses when taking on the role, leading to higher levels of exhaustion. Companies are now re-examining their management strategies to prioritize employees' well-being and create work-life balance.
A University of Central Florida study suggests that workplace abuse by managers may not lead to abusive behavior by lower-level leaders. In fact, prior victims of abuse are more likely to treat their own subordinates better after learning from their boss's bad behavior.
Research finds that mobile payment adoption leads to increased total transaction amounts and frequencies, affecting traditional channels. The study also reveals that the mobile channel substitutes for offline payments and complements online transactions.
New research finds that State pension age changes are forcing many older workers, particularly women, to live precarious lives due to physically demanding jobs and insecure employment. Researchers argue that state-provided financial support mechanisms are needed to enable people to exercise control over their retirement timing.
New research by the Work Foundation finds that many businesses are failing to maximise the value of employee benefits for low earners. The report recommends a 'framework of good practice' outlining 7 steps to take, including securing commitment among business leaders and providing additional support to inform choice. By embracing these...
Research by a University at Buffalo-led team reveals that community organizations with broad, cross-cutting presence are crucial to equitable disaster recovery. These organizations can help mitigate poverty rates and foster economic growth in affected communities.
The Nomad is a low-cost rotary wing vehicle designed for electronic warfare, featuring counter-rotating coaxial rotors and compact storage in an integrated launch tube. Patent licensing makes it available for repurposing in other applications, including commercial sales.
A recent study by researchers at the University of Michigan found that chimpanzees tend to make prosocial choices faster than selfish ones. In tasks assessing cooperation and self-control, chimpanzees were more likely to pick the option benefiting others if they made a quick decision.
Virginia Tech will create an international business education program focusing on East Asia with the new grant. The program will integrate language and culture studies through coursework, study abroad, and internships in China, Korea, and Southeast Asia.
A recent study found that knowing a colleague's specialized degree and skills enhances work partnerships in virtual teams. In contrast, personal information, such as hobbies or interests, has little impact on productivity. Managers can build strong relationships with team members by fostering professional familiarity.
Operation 250, a student-launched public awareness initiative, will expand and evaluate its effectiveness in educating youths, parents, and educators about terrorist recruitment methods. The $1 million grant will allow the organization to increase safety and decrease risky decision-making online.
A study by Nathan Meikle reveals that expressing confidence nonverbally can reduce the risk of being punished for overconfidence. People can reap the rewards of confidence while sidestepping potential costs through plausible deniability, a strategy used by politicians and business leaders to maintain status and influence.
A new model predicts retail failure with 80% accuracy by analyzing social media and transport data from 10 cities. The model suggests that venues popular around the clock and in diverse neighborhoods tend to succeed longer.
Research from the University of Bath and London School of Economics found that business owners with above-average optimism earned 30% less than those with below-average optimism. Pessimistic entrepreneurs are more likely to avoid poor entrepreneurial projects, while optimistic ones may be misled into setting up failing businesses.
A Johns Hopkins University study finds that high water bills in low-income areas lead landlords to target vulnerable tenants, increasing eviction rates and restricting affordable housing options. The research reveals how rising water costs and nuisance fees exacerbate the nation's housing crisis.
A new UBC study found that publicizing a firm's security levels can lead to reduced spam and strengthened security over time. The research quantified the security levels of over 1,200 Pan-Asian companies, revealing that firms were more likely to prioritize security improvements when cyberattacks were less likely to directly harm them.
A polymer science professor at The University of Akron is developing a fiber mat that detects opiate residue, providing first responders with quick indication of presence. Early prototypes will be used in latex gloves carried by responders to prevent exposure and overdose risk.
A study by New York University researchers found that training business managers and staff to recognize signs of an overdose and administer naloxone can save lives. The intervention, which included a 90-minute training session, improved participants' knowledge and attitudes towards responding to overdoses.
Research from the University of Exeter found that procrastinating managers can lead to a contemptuous attitude amongst their staff, resulting in anger, frustration, and abuse. Employees who have good relationships with their leaders are less likely to be frustrated by their behavior.
New UK reports summarize scientific evidence on Natural Capital, providing insights into valuing the nation's natural assets. The reports cover floodplains, soil, afforested peatlands, private sector assessments, and temporary rivers.
A new Perspective in the New England Journal of Medicine highlights the slow response of medical institutions to sexual harassment. Key factors contributing to this resistance include myopia, money and power dynamics, and organizational complicity. The authors urge institutions to rethink their approach to creating safe workplaces.
The Francis Crick Institute will run a new accelerator programme called KQ Labs to support data-driven biomedical start-ups, providing £40,000 each to ten companies to validate their proposals. The programme is part of a growing ecosystem around King's Cross, Euston and Bloomsbury.
Hospital doctors in England and Wales are taking early retirement, with a significant increase in NHS pension claims due to ill health or voluntary early retirement. The data shows a 22% rise in total doctor pensions claimed between 2008 and 2018, with more doctors opting for early retirement on health grounds.
A new study from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business found that people significantly underestimate the positive impact of writing letters of gratitude. Researchers discovered that recipients felt surprisingly happy and not awkwardly, dispelling concerns about effective expression.
Researchers found that overconfident CEOs are 33% more likely to be sued by shareholders. A shareholder lawsuit can curb future risk-taking behavior, leading to lower confidence and more prudent actions. This study highlights the importance of shareholder power in regulating CEO behavior.
The University of Pittsburgh's Center for Energy will collaborate with Leidos and NETL on a ten-year, $365 million contract. The partnership aims to provide research support services and access to the university's talented faculty in various energy-related fields.
Researchers found that groups that interacted only intermittently preserved the best of both worlds, having an average quality of solution nearly identical to those that interacted constantly. However, this intermittent interaction allowed high performers to learn from low performers and achieve even better solutions.
A University of Kansas study suggests that food prices in ethnic enclaves impact assimilation rates and consumer spending patterns among Mexican and East Asian immigrants. The researchers found that Mexican immigrants spend less on food, while East Asian immigrants spend more, which could explain the difference in assimilation rates.
A UBC study found that prioritizing kidney transplant chains over exchanges can increase the total number of transplants and save more lives. This is particularly beneficial for hard-to-match patients with end-stage renal disease. The research could lead to longer kidney transplant chains through improved matching algorithms.
A new study from the University of Miami Business School and the University of Western Australia found that discriminating against workers with tattoos puts hiring managers at a disadvantage. The study surveyed over 2,000 subjects and found that visible tattoos are not linked to individual employment, wages, or earnings discrimination.
New research from Singapore Management University suggests that venture capitalists' reputations can be damaged when their endorsed companies fail to meet expectations. The study found that VCs create high expectations for their portfolio companies, which can have long-lasting consequences for their own reputations.
A new study found that kissing up to the boss can lead to depleted self-control resources, increasing susceptibility to bad behavior such as incivility and skipping meetings. Employees with high political skill were less prone to engage in deviance after performing impression management.
Research by University of Bath finds that modern slavery victims are not always worked to exhaustion, but instead given little or no work for weeks, accumulating large debts. This 'coerced consumption' drives them deeper into financial dependence and exploitation.
Dr. Guofei Gu's research team analyzed 10,000 mobile apps and found widespread inconsistencies in web API implementations that can lead to attacks compromising user security and privacy. The WARDroid framework uses static analysis and HTTP request monitoring to identify vulnerabilities.
A study by the University of Bath found a significant knowledge gap between small business owners' perceived and actual understanding of key regulatory areas. This gap can lead to non-compliance and negative consequences, including fines and reputational damage. The researchers suggest that Trade Associations play a crucial role in add...
A recent study by University of Texas at Arlington researcher Shima Hamidi finds a correlation between urban sprawl and decreased life expectancy in the US. The study suggests that changes in urban planning and building practices can help improve quality-of-life issues, including life expectancy and economic mobility.
The Massachusetts Medical Device Development Center has received a $500,000 grant from BARDA to help startups develop cures for pandemic flu and sepsis. Two startups already working with M2D2 plan to join the new network.
Researchers have found that positive social media commentary from infrequent users significantly influences the rising price of Bitcoin. The study, led by Feng Mai, shows that these silent majority users move prices up to ten times more than active users. This suggests that investors should recognize and discount biased comments.
ORNL's invisible micro-taggant technology uses an infrared marker for identification, providing a unique coding system that can identify item source, type, production, and composition. The taggant can be implemented in various products, including textiles, with a low production cost per taggant.
Researchers debunked the idea that taking someone else's perspective can help understand their thoughts and feelings. A new study published in Journal of Personality and Social Psychology found that direct conversation is a more accurate way to gain insight into others.
New research shows that agriculture is kept operational through a mix of family, permanent-hired, outsourced and seasonal labour. The majority of South West farmers now employ contractors for big projects, with 87% relying on them.
A new study from Duke University's Fuqua School of Business found that how inequity is presented can influence individuals' willingness to rectify it. Participants were more likely to give up part of a bonus when told a specific black colleague was unfairly disadvantaged, rather than being told they had an unfair advantage.
Researchers from Virginia Tech found that phishing attacks can spoof email addresses of trusted friends and co-workers, making it easy to obtain sensitive information. Email providers tend to prioritize delivery over security, leaving users vulnerable to phishing campaigns.
The McCombs School of Business at UT Austin is part of a $50 million blockchain program launched by Ripple, supporting academic research, technical development and innovation. The program aims to explore increasingly useful applications of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.
The Haas School of Business at UC Berkeley is partnering with Ripple to develop a comprehensive program focused on blockchain, cryptocurrency, and digital payments. The initiative will support academic research, technical development, and innovation in these areas, with a focus on reducing poverty and enhancing the greater good.
A new study surveyed 330 UK micro-business owners, finding that internalised motivation (fair fiscal system) and extrinsic motivation (severe penalties) predict self-reported tax compliance. Internalised motivation but not extrinsic motivation predicts tax compliance when considered together.
Aalto University researchers found Nokia's radical strategic renewal was fueled by a culture shift led by the new board, which increased trust and encouraged data-driven decision-making. By presenting multiple options, top managers became less emotionally attached to their initial strategies.
The Last Artifact documentary follows scientists as they seek to establish a new definition for the kilogram, with implications for modern life. The film showcases the history of the current standard and the challenges of updating it.
John Osburg's research reveals how economic reforms and anti-corruption campaigns foster corrupt business networks in post-Mao China. The study shows that elite networks use ritualized leisure activities to establish guanxi ties, which serve a purpose beyond mere entertainment or business transactions.
A study by University of Seville experts found that over-60s access online banking when they understand its usefulness and value social influence from younger family members. Banks can encourage acceptance by promoting online services through user-friendly designs, leaflets, and recommendations.
A new UBC study explores the benefits of team mindfulness in reducing interpersonal conflicts and improving teamwork. When teams practice mindfulness, they experience reduced conflict and better focus on tasks, leading to improved job satisfaction and psychological well-being.
A study of dual job holders found that they do not prioritize one job over the other and demonstrate high levels of work engagement and performance. However, this often leads to increased work-family conflict due to time spent away from home.
Researchers found that voters prefer 'agreeable' politicians who are perceived as trustworthy and cooperative, but these traits often hinder their success in office. In contrast, candidates with a competent appearance tend to perform better in elections.
Mattershift, a UConn-backed startup, has developed carbon nanotube technology for mass-producing carbon-zero fuels, fertilizers, and pharmaceuticals. The company aims to remove CO2 from the air and convert it into usable fuels at a lower cost than fossil fuels.
A Penn State researcher suggests that using online exchanges like Craigslist can reduce municipal solid waste by 2-6% annually, leading to millions of dollars in savings for large cities. This reuse behavior could also eliminate millions of tons of waste and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
Michigan State University researchers discovered that having a blended mix of married and unmarried bandmates boosts creative success and innovation. Similarly, MBA students benefited from marital diversity, with its impact growing over time. This study highlights the benefits of lifestyle diversity in various groups.
Research reveals job seekers focus on forming new ties for career advancement, rather than relying on former colleagues. Meanwhile, those considering quitting still value maintaining relationships with friends at work due to concerns about losing social connections upon leaving.
New research from Cass Business School finds life expectancy and health outcomes worsen with deprivation, with men more adversely impacted. The study also reveals a widening gap between rich and poor, with top five districts in Northern England being the most deprived.
Researchers found that surprises can have far-reaching effects on attitudes and behavior, making them a valuable tool for communication. Surprises can also rapidly spread through networks, creating collective effects on culture.