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A new study finds that people are more likely to distrust e-signatures than hand-signed documents, with those having fewer personal characteristics perceived as less valid. This lag between technological advancement and psychological reaction highlights the need for caution in adoption.
Employees of small, locally owned businesses exhibit higher levels of commitment to their employers, leading to reduced absenteeism and turnover. For rural workers, company ownership plays a crucial role in organizational commitment.
A new survey by NORC at the University of Chicago reveals that nine in ten employers offering insurance are unfamiliar with objective quality metrics, despite valuing plan quality ratings. Employers cite cost to employees as a key consideration when selecting health plans.
Research by Michigan State University scholars found that financial experts fail to consistently beat non-professional investors, suggesting average investors might handle their own portfolios for better results.
Researchers found that reduced mortgage payments of $150 a month led to decreased mortgage defaults, increased consumer spending on automobile purchases, and improved household credit ratings. Additionally, households applied most of the saved mortgage money towards reducing outstanding credit card debts.
A new study in Journal of Consumer Research found that consumers experience less guilt and higher vitality when they're not responsible for indulging in luxury products. The research suggests that allowing consumers to deflect their spending decisions can lead to increased happiness and well-being.
When favorite products are out of stock, consumers quickly forget about them if a good replacement is available, according to a new study. The study found that desire for a product depends on the time elapsed since consumption and substitute availability.
A new study found that consumers purchase a greater variety of products when they are packaged individually rather than bundled together. Consumers tend to seek more options when choosing from single products, regardless of their preference. The study offers insight for retailers on how to influence consumer behavior and increase sales.
A recent study published in the Journal of Consumer Research found that uncertainty can be a motivating factor for individuals. Researchers discovered that people are more likely to invest time and effort into pursuing an uncertain reward, rather than a certain one. This phenomenon is attributed to the positive experience of making the...
A new study at Ohio State University reveals that people with low self-confidence need a vivid picture of their future success to pursue their career goals. The researchers found that students who were given detailed information about the benefits of becoming a business psychologist were more likely to apply for the program and showed ...
A UGA study found that employees who feel excluded at work engage in harmful behaviors like cheating and lying to enhance their group's performance. These actions can affect the bottom line and undermine productivity. Organizations can prevent this by addressing internal dynamics and norms.
A new study by University of Illinois professor Ravi S. Gajendran found that telecommuting yields positive effects on task- and context-based performance for employees with good relationships with their bosses. However, for workers without a strong employer relationship, telecommuting actually improves performance.
A new research study will analyze how changes in diet and lifestyle affect long-term wellness and contribute to healthy aging. The Stanford Prevention Research Center will lead the study, which aims to identify lifestyle and environmental factors that help people maintain their health and wellness as they age.
Researchers found that leaders who prioritize others' perspectives produce better outcomes, especially when combined with power. Effective leadership involves balancing acceleration and steering to achieve successful results.
A study in the Journal of Consumer Research found that consumers can extend good experiences and shorten bad ones by categorizing them. By grouping events together, individuals can make pleasurable experiences feel longer and unpleasant ones feel shorter.
A new study suggests that artworks are perceived as an extension of the creator, with original pieces valued more highly than copies. The researchers propose a concept called 'magical contagion,' where the artist's physical presence imbues the work with their essence.
A new study reveals that consumers assume high or low levels of quality in price ranges where quality is more variable. Consistency in quality within a price range leads to incorrect predictions about product quality.
Researchers found that individuals with psychopathic tendencies and high intelligence can mask their symptoms by manipulating tests designed to reveal their personalities. This raises concerns about the potential presence of ruthless risk-takers in key business posts.
A study by Yanping Tu at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business found that people are more likely to start a job when it appears to be part of the present, rather than the future. This perception affects task initiation and completion rates.
A new study in Journal of Consumer Research found that consumers' perception of time categories influences task initiation. By categorizing deadlines as similar to the present, consumers are more likely to start tasks and achieve their goals.
According to a new study, parents are willing to turn to the marketplace for help once they have provided a strong baseline of activities that allow them to direct care and protect their connections. Achieving this balance helps parents maintain feelings of responsibility, control, and intimacy.
A new study found that abusive supervisors can infect entire teams with conflict, hurting productivity. Researchers discovered that individual employees who experience abuse also cause their teammates to become hostile and mistreat one another.
Researchers developed a modification to the core Android operating system that allows developers and users to plug in new security enhancements. The ASM framework enables custom security control modules to protect phones and enhance consumer privacy.
A CU Denver study found that government regulations are causing an inequitable distribution of marijuana dispensaries in disadvantaged areas. The majority of allowable land for marijuana businesses is located in the city's poorest and most ethnically and racially diverse neighborhoods.
A new study from Washington University in St. Louis finds that competition can harm the creative output of female-led groups, but not male-led ones. Women contribute less to team creativity when teams are competing against each other, while men become more creative under similar conditions.
Seven projects have been funded by Grand Challenges Canada to address pressing global health challenges in ASEAN countries. The initiatives include a 'skin printer' for large wounds and an Alzheimer's awareness campaign, with investments totaling $784,000.
A new study reveals that Denver's sports stadiums have excessive parking spaces, leading to heat islands and missed economic opportunities. The research suggests transforming inefficient parking into better investments to incentivize carpooling and other modes of transportation, improving the spectator experience and downtown businesses.
Researchers developed a method to identify search topics before stock market falls, finding increases in business and politics searches preceded market drops. The study used Google Trends and Wikipedia data to create a predictive model, highlighting the potential for search engine data to anticipate real-world events.
A new study by the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management finds that people who think of love as perfect unity have worse relationships than those who view it as a journey. Recalling conflicts with the unity frame in mind leads to less relationship satisfaction, while recalling celebrations has the opposite effect.
A recent USC Marshall study found that companies led by narcissistic CEOs have higher earnings-per-share and share price than those with non-narcissistic CEOs. However, this may be achieved through short-term manipulations that can be detrimental to the company's long-term health.
Research finds men with wider faces excel in solo negotiations, securing higher bonuses and sale prices, but falter when collaborating or selling to others. In contrast, more attractive men perform better in team settings.
A BYU business study found that using violent language by CEOs can lead to unethical behavior among rival employees, but not when the CEO uses such language with their own team. The research highlights the impact of leadership rhetoric on employee ethics and encourages CEOs to reconsider their communication strategies.
Research from Columbia Business School finds most people misjudge their assertiveness, often thinking they're seen as appropriate when others see them as too hot or too cold. The study also reveals that those who get assertiveness right often mistakenly think they've gotten it wrong, leading to costly repairs and missed deals.
A Columbia Business School study examines fair value accounting's impact on the 2008 financial crisis, finding that investors' concerns about FVA overshadowed its benefits. The research reveals mixed reactions to FVA rule relaxations and highlights bank characteristics associated with positive stock market responses.
The new Review from the Countdown to 2015 collaboration summarizes results from the 2014 report, highlighting progress and challenges in women's and children's health. The study emphasizes the need for continued action to achieve the global targets of improving survival rates and reducing disparities in health outcomes.
A new study in the Journal of Consumer Research suggests that focusing on oneself can help individuals overcome distractions and stay committed to their goals. When participants were seated in a cubicle facing a mirror, they were more likely to eat M&Ms when thinking about abstract goals, such as improving their health.
A new study found that minority entrepreneurs are more likely to fail due to limited choices caused by rejection and discrimination. This can lead to a loss of self-esteem and personal control. The research highlights the need for public policy stakeholders to address these systemic issues.
Researchers found that people create classification systems to deal with clutter, modifying rules or tolerating transgressions. Understanding everyday tidiness practices helps consumers negotiate social norms regarding tidiness, enabling them to cope with daily constraints and opportunities.
A recent study by Marianna Fotaki and Paula Hyde reveals how organizations, like the NHS, can become trapped in unrealistic policies and defensive behavior. The authors argue that unconscious social demands and the pressure to demonstrate success drive escalation of commitment, leading to greater material losses.
Research from Columbia Business School found that umpires are more likely to incorrectly call strikes for All-Star pitchers, resulting in a larger strike zone. The study also identified the 'Matthew Effect', where status bias influences umpire decisions, favoring All-Star pitchers.
A study found that UK supermarkets respond to tax increases on alcohol by under-shifting cheaper products and over-shifting more expensive ones, leading to smaller reductions in excessive consumption. This could hinder efforts to reduce harmful drinking, particularly among high-risk drinkers who favor cheaper supermarket products.
Researchers from University of Chicago Booth School of Business found that humans have a general tendency to fear things approaching, regardless of their threat level. This 'approach avoidance' phenomenon is rooted in our survival instincts and can be observed in various daily situations.
A study by Beth Humberd and colleagues found that working fathers juggle four primary images of themselves as fathers, influenced by work demands and interactions with colleagues. The findings suggest that employers must acknowledge the changing role of men in fatherhood and support their caregiving responsibilities.
A recent study by Clayton Critcher and Jane L. Risen found that exposure to African-American success stories can lead to a misguided perception that these individuals simply need to work harder to achieve their goals. This misinterpretation can have significant implications for perceptions of race relations in America. The study's find...
A review of 19 studies found that small businesses are less likely to offer health promotion programs due to costs and lack of financial incentive. However, when implemented, these programs can lead to improvements in employee health outcomes, including diet, physical activity, and emotional well-being.
A new study found that NHL forwards reach their peak performance between the ages of 27 and 28, while defencemen peak between 28 and 29. The study also revealed that players perform close to their peak levels for several years before and after their optimal age range.
Monash University is set to lead initiatives in Indonesia and China through the Australian Centre for Indonesia Studies and Shenzhen-Monash Cooperation Agreement. The university aims to drive health-related research and commercial partnerships with these countries.
A study from the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management found that sell-side analysts tend to compare companies in the same category but with expensive stock prices. This can lead to undervalued companies being perceived as good buys compared to high-valuation peers. The research also shows a greater tendency to choose hig...
The new journal Urology Practice will focus on clinical trends, challenges and practice applications in the four areas of Business, Health Policy, Specialty and Patient Care. It aims to provide information that can be used in everyday practice through peer-reviewed articles and other content.
Researchers found that individuals cooperated more with computer counterparts expressing positive emotions after cooperation and negative emotions after exploitation. This study highlights the importance of managing facial expressions in business interactions to achieve cooperation.
Researchers propose a new, integrated framework of cognitive styles that eliminates confusing labeling and enables integration of findings on individual differences in cognition across different disciplines. The taxonomy offers a clear categorization of styles from various fields, highlighting the importance of adaptive patterns or sty...
A new study found that negative product reviews with polite markers can increase consumer willingness to pay and improve brand image. In experiments, participants showed greater enthusiasm for products described in reviews with polite customer complaints, perceiving the brands as more honest and wholesome.
The European Commission Joint Research Centre has identified Europe's top ICT hubs, which excel in access to top universities, research centers, and funding opportunities. These regions have a high concentration of businesses, innovative output, and strong networks, making them ideal for digital success.
A new study using the U.S. Senate Chamber as its laboratory found that co-sponsorship of bills is more likely to come from those sitting near each other, highlighting the importance of location in deal-making. The study's findings also showed that more senior senators rely on personal connections rather than their location for support.
Women are less inclined to apply for jobs with advertisements featuring masculine traits such as assertiveness, independence, and analysis. In contrast, leadership skills are perceived as equally capable by both men and women, but women rate themselves and others lower in this area. Leaders who show gratitude and empathy, on the other ...
A study by UNC Chapel Hill sociologists found that women in mixed-sex startup teams are less likely to hold leadership roles, even when they adopt organizational templates like formal operating agreements. The researchers suggest that cultural expectations and the presence of children at home amplify these inequalities.
A recent study by MIT economists finds strong convergence of prices within the Eurozone, with prices differing by 30-50% lower than in neighboring countries. The research suggests that the common currency drives identical pricing, contradicting previous findings.
A study by Pere Ortín Ángel and Ferran Vendrell Herrero found that university spin-offs exhibit higher dynamic capacities, leading to increased long-term productivity. Academic entrepreneurs' learning capacity is a key factor contributing to this advantage.
The HSV-2 vaccine candidate, GEN-003, generated highly significant reductions in clinical lesion days and rate of viral shedding at six months after the final vaccine dose. The study showed a 72% reduction in lesion days and a 50% reduction in mean viral shedding from baseline.
New research by Jane L. Risen of the University of Chicago Booth School of Business shows that people are more likely to deny the persistence of racism after being exposed to a successful African American. Thoughtful individuals are particularly vulnerable to making quick inferences about racial disparity.