Articles tagged with Economic Growth
A new study proposes a detailed public policy plan to meet Catalonia's needs in a resilient manner while respecting planetary boundaries. The report, part of the REAL post-growth research project, analyzes potential alternatives and quantifies resources required by current modes of living and production.
A study by the University of California, Davis, estimates that each ton of carbon dioxide emitted in 2025 costs $41 in lost productivity, with heat stress affecting workers in highly populated areas. The study lends strong support for a social cost of carbon value of $200, highlighting the need for climate policy analysis.
Researchers at West Virginia University are studying loss-chasing behavior in West Virginia to identify trends and triggers that cause gamblers to place risky bets. The goal is to promote responsible gaming and consumer protection in gaming markets.
New research finds that investment opportunities, financial constraints, and operating profiles are key drivers of company tax rates. Factors such as CEO management styles also play a significant role in determining effective tax rates.
A study by the University of Southampton found that public research and development funding can mobilize private R&D, supporting economic growth for years. The research reveals that government-funded R&D is an unusually productive form of public investment, encouraging additional private investment and boosting economic activity.
A new study from Carnegie Mellon University and Oxford Saïd Business School found that the entry of ride-hailing platforms drove measurable increases in economic output and intermittent employment. Regional GDP per capita increased, and the number of seasonal, temporary, or intermittent jobs rose after Uber and Lyft entered the region.
A recent study from Duke University and industry collaborators found that at least 1% of resumes submitted to a popular hiring platform contained hidden instructions designed to trick the AI system. The trend is accelerating quickly, with the rate increasing sevenfold between July 2024 and November 2025.
A Penn State research team found that wealthy taxpayers who take the standard deduction have become less likely to vote for local spending, including repairing or building infrastructure or community services. The study used over 1,500 school district referendum results in California between 2008 and 2022 and found a decline in approva...
A study by Nooshin L. Warren found that small changes in sexual misconduct and gender portrayals can affect box office revenue, with adjustments adding or subtracting $8-13 million. Meanwhile, public expectations of gender roles seemed to regress after #MeToo, indicating a slower adoption of new norms.
The Resilient Energy Technology and Infrastructure Consortium will develop innovative ways to meet the nation's growing energy needs, generating 21,000 jobs and $1 billion in economic growth. The consortium will focus on advanced manufacturing, AI, cybersecurity, and energy technology.
The University of Rochester-led NSF STELLAR Engine launches to strengthen US competitiveness in global markets by advancing lasers and laser application research. The project aims to bring New York laser research, development, and manufacturing to a scale that can compete globally.
The Political Ecology Network will convene its biennial international conference POLLEN 2026 in Barcelona, Spain, from June 29 to July 3, 2026. The event will bring together researchers, activists, and creators to discuss contemporary crises and forge pathways toward peaceful alternatives.
A new Brookings Institution study found that ICE surges have caused significant job losses in cities where enforcement is most active. Between 51,000 and 297,000 American-born workers lost their jobs due to the surges, which also led to widespread disruptions throughout industries such as construction.
Mobile money can widen access, help small firms, and cushion shocks, but only with fair rules and safe systems. A study found that mobile money has helped lift around 194,000 households out of poverty, especially for female-headed households.
A new study suggests that commercial marketing logics can hinder the effectiveness of promoting degrowth, a concept proposing an equitable reduction in production and consumption. Instead, non-commercial messaging led by institutions empowering communities is proposed as a more effective approach to shaping values and worldviews.
A new study found that e-commerce warehouse jobs are more intense and dangerous than traditional warehouses, with workers facing pressure to move quickly and avoid breaks. The research suggests that Amazon's focus on fast delivery contributes to lower job quality, but alternative approaches are viable.
African countries can turn critical minerals and youth into shared prosperity by adopting locally driven economic models. Poverty alleviation requires cooperation that supports local capacity rather than reinforcing dependency.
A study by Penn State researchers found that trade secret policies restrict labor mobility, leading to early-career workers receiving higher starting wages but stunted wage growth later. Firms instead shifted toward greater use of capital, replacing human labor with automation equipment.
A new report highlights the catastrophic risks of nature loss on food systems, economies and societies. Chronic pressures like soil degradation and water scarcity are already reducing crop yields and increasing food prices.
The university generated an 8% increase in economic activity, creating 12,603 jobs statewide and supporting a regional economy of $1.69 billion. Binghamton University's expansion and student spending also contributed to the growth, with faculty members holding top degrees in their fields.
Foreign direct investment's benefits are not consistent and depend on alignment of factors. The study suggests that existing theories may not fully capture the complexity of today's global investment landscape.
The West of England, a region with exceptional potential, is limited by structural constraints. Key findings include export strength, world-leading innovation clusters, and a strong but place-specific labour market.
A study by the Institute of Environmental Science and Technology of the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona establishes the principles for modelling post-growth scenarios, pointing to the need for targeted demand-side measures and investments in low-carbon technologies. The research highlights the potential for post-growth to achieve pos...
A Harvard study analyzed 1.6 million patents and found that industrial research labs enabled large-scale science-based team-oriented invention, transforming the U.S. innovation system. The researchers propose exploring whether today's organized corporate research promotes radical versus incremental innovation.
A new study reveals that US industrial research labs played a crucial role in the country's rise as a technological superpower in the 1920s. The labs, which emerged during World War I, shifted from craftsmanship-based to science-based innovation, enabling teamwork and novel technology combinations.
The 2026 College Hiring Outlook report from Drexel's LeBow College of Business revealed that internships and co-op experiences are integral to hiring practices. Employers surveyed across industries reported a cautious openness toward AI in career development, while prioritizing authenticity and demonstrable skills.
A new study by IIASA researchers found that education has a stronger association with lower premature mortality than income or household wealth in India. Adults with higher levels of education are less likely to die prematurely, regardless of their economic status.
A landmark study by FAU and CSU found that offering six to 10 paid days off significantly lowers resignations, especially for men. Providing 11 or more days reduces quitting rates substantially for both men and women, highlighting the importance of meaningful time away from work.
New research from The Simpson Centre reveals Canada's canola sector faces structural vulnerabilities due to reliance on China and the US for exports. Limited capacity to reallocate shipments to alternative destinations creates distinct risks across different segments of the canola value chain.
A new Japanese study uses a two-country model to investigate the impact of tariff policies on economic growth outcomes across countries. The researchers found that similar trade policies can lead to very different growth outcomes across countries, depending on a country's existing industrial structure.
A study by Norwegian researchers found that labor income is key to upward mobility, while capital income often coincides with downward mobility. Employment income typically increases over time, whereas capital income is more unevenly distributed and prone to decline.
A comprehensive investigation reveals significant public support for degrowth's key ideas across the UK and US. The study challenges the notion that such policies lack popular backing. Majority support was found for the full proposal with or without labels, while the 'degrowth' label alone received lower support due to low awareness.
New research by Bayes Business School reveals the introduction of the National Living Wage has decreased labor mobility across firms, but its impact on workers' incentives to search for new jobs is unclear. The study suggests that rising wage floors may reduce job switches and make potentially risky job moves less attractive.
Researchers found that the addition of new hierarchical layers occurred neither at the start nor end of growth periods, but rather smoothly as firms expanded. Smaller firms tend to add layers soon after growth begins, while larger firms have lower levels of managerial resources at the end of growth periods.
Build up Nepal's eco-brick technology reduces CO2 emissions and makes homes safer while cutting construction costs. The company will use the prize to scale up its innovative solution.
A new study suggests that school meal procurement can be redesigned to maximize public value, promoting nutritious meals, sustainable farming, and local producer participation. This approach has the potential to shape markets and drive social, environmental, and economic benefits, as seen in Scotland's and Brazil's successful programs.
A new study suggests that MNEs can control crises and reduce supplier-induced ESG controversies by building small-world supply networks. This approach enables MNEs to moderate the behaviors of their suppliers, improving sustainability and reducing reputational risks.
A study of France's supply chain law found no evidence that it harms companies' profits, contradicting business lobby narratives. The law requires due diligence on human rights, health and safety, and environmental standards, but did not discourage companies from participating in voluntary initiatives.
A study by Florian Zach found that Colorado hotels increased average monthly revenue by 25% between 2014 and 2019, primarily due to higher room bookings and daily rates. Hotels closer to dispensaries, newer and more upscale, and in high-demand areas saw the greatest benefits from dispensary legalization.
New research from the University of Exeter and Manchester finds that the UK's low-carbon transition will boost productivity across the economy as businesses gain from cheaper power and transport. The study warns that this effect depends on energy companies passing on cost savings to consumers, not keeping them as profits.
Researchers argue that boosting entrepreneurship is counterproductive to Africa's economic development due to a lack of large firms. The study suggests that focusing on building large firms and adopting strategies from East Asia's successful growth models could be more effective.
A new study from Michigan State University explores the economic shock of the largest series of U.S. tariff hikes since 1930, reshaping global supply chains. The framework helps researchers and policymakers understand the chaos and make sense of future disruptions.
The EU's industrial strategy faces criticism for its contradictions, which risk exacerbating climate, social, energy, and geopolitical crises. A new study calls for a fundamental rebalancing of the policy to prioritize public investment and green economic planning.
The University of Kansas has a significant annual statewide impact of $7.8 billion, supporting nearly 88,000 jobs and generating $2.90 in added tax revenue for every dollar invested. The university's activities also include startup companies, visitors, and research, contributing to the state's economic growth.
A new study reveals that fatal school shootings have far-reaching consequences, altering daily life and disrupting economies in affected communities for months. Anxiety about public safety drives a measurable decline in consumer activity, particularly in grocery stores and restaurants.
MIT researchers have developed a way to produce large amounts of silk microneedles to deliver agrochemicals and nutrients to plants, showing promising results in treating chlorosis and adding vitamin B12 to tomato plants. The technology has the potential to serve as a new kind of plant interface for real-time health monitoring and biof...
A new study reveals that China's sell-by-plan mandate, aimed at preventing insider trading, has failed to stop executives from profiting from private information. Executives have found a way to plan their sales far in advance, allowing them to cash out before bad news breaks, undermining market fairness and eroding investor trust.
Researchers develop mathematical modeling to predict aflatoxin outbreaks in Texas using remote sensing satellites and soil properties. The model has the potential to save farmers billions of dollars in losses by providing early risk prediction and targeted prevention strategies.
Three UTA faculty members, Kyrah Brown, Ben Jones, and J. Ping Liu, received top honors for their groundbreaking research contributions. Brown's interdisciplinary work focuses on reproductive and cardiac health among women, while Jones' research explores neutrinos to understand the universe's mysteries.
Professor Sun has been recognized for her transformative advancements in devices used for disease diagnosis, communication, and military safety. Her multidisciplinary research has secured over $8 million in external funding from premier organizations.
SiC-based pressure sensors offer promising solutions for extreme environments due to their wide bandgap, high carrier saturation drift rate, and strong chemical stability. The review highlights key technologies, including epitaxial layers, piezoresistive effect, ohmic contacts, etching, and sensor packaging.
A new study by Virginia Tech researchers Jin Xu and Pengfei Ye finds that value-based stock grants can weaken executive motivation and limit corporate growth. The study analyzed thousands of U.S. firms from 2006-22, revealing that companies tying CEO compensation to a fixed dollar amount can unintentionally discourage executives from m...
Researchers from UT Arlington discovered that many wastewater treatment plants are unable to effectively remove dangerous microplastics, which can transport other pollutants into the environment. This poses potential long-term health impacts for humans, including cardiovascular disease and cancer.
A groundbreaking database of over 55,000 housing measurements from around the globe supports research on correlations between housing size and inequality. The study examines patterns of inequality and their social consequences in human society.
Quantum Base, a Lancaster University spin-out, has successfully floated on the London Stock Exchange with a £4.8 million fundraising. The company aims to harness quantum technology to address real-world challenges through its patented Q-ID solution for anti-counterfeiting.
A novel artificial solid electrolyte interface based on non-coordinating charge transfer significantly improves the stability of aqueous zinc metal batteries. This design enhances cycle life, reduces side reactions, and promotes uniform zinc deposition, leading to improved battery performance.
Kathleen Thelen examines the growth of supersized retailing in the US, tracing its roots back to the late 19th century. She argues that policy and politics played a crucial role in shaping the industry's dominance.
A new study by Carnegie Mellon University researchers found that smoke from US wildfires and prescribed burns caused $200 billion in health damages in 2017, resulting in 20,000 premature deaths. Senior citizens were disproportionately affected, with Native American and Black communities experiencing the greatest harms per capita.
A UMaine study compares two scallop farming methods to determine which approach yields the best results. Ear-hanging culture was found to have slightly larger shell heights and up to 12% more adductor muscle weight, a key factor in market value. The research provides new insights for commercial growers aiming to maximize profitability.
The ISS National Lab has launched the Orbital Edge Accelerator program, investing up to $500,000 in six startups for space-based innovation and research & development. The selected startups will receive mentorship and the opportunity to launch an ISS National Lab-sponsored investigation.