Research on how people, markets, and policies shape the economy. Covers labor and gig work, consumer behavior, GDP and regional growth, gambling risk, and financial decision-making.
A new study from the University of Notre Dame found that historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) pay higher fees to issue tax-exempt bonds than non-HBCUs. The evidence points to racial discrimination as the cause, with HBCUs in Deep South states facing the most significant disparities.
Scientists have produced the most comprehensive map of a wheat genome, paving the way for more resilient and nutritious varieties. The detailed findings describe over 94% of the Chinese Spring wheat genome, with benefits expected to boost wheat improvement over the next decades.
The University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center has renewed a $20 million federal grant to further research and patient care in Oklahoma. The program, Oklahoma Shared Clinical and Translational Resources, aims to improve health outcomes by conducting clinical and translational research with patients, particularly in rural areas.
A social-psychological study at Goethe University Frankfurt reveals that while social class influences behavior, the communication situation plays a more significant role in shaping behavior towards counterparts from different social classes. The study found that individuals exhibit solidarity with those from lower social classes and a...
A new mathematical model suggests that balancing demand variability and costs can significantly reduce the risk of importing exotic forest pests and diseases. The research, published in The Journal of Applied Ecology, recommends longer-term grant schemes and higher import duties to help nurseries manage fluctuations.
A newly discovered Intel processor vulnerability, Foreshadow, could compromise secure information on Intel-based PCs since 2008. Patches are available to protect against both variants of the attack, which use side channel attacks and speculative execution to gain access to systems.
Researchers investigated natural refrigerants as replacements for CFCs, HCFCs, and HFCs in geothermal heat pumps to reduce energy consumption and operating costs. They found that ammonia and n-butane are the most economical and environmentally friendly alternatives.
A study by Ulrike Rohn and Mats Nylund reveals that TV audiences create value through sharing activities, including distribution, interaction, and audience circulation. Successful TV providers must provide a platform for audience input, stimulate engagement, and promote viral sharing.
A new study published in Nature Ecology and Evolution exposes connections between tax havens, deforestation, and illegal fishing. On average, 68% of foreign capital to Amazon rainforest sectors was transferred through tax havens, while 70% of IUU fishing vessels were flagged under a tax haven jurisdiction.
A study by University of Kansas researcher Erin Adamson finds that lifestyle migrants in Costa Rica's Caribbean coastal town create unintended consequences, including gentrification and racial segregation. Locals see benefits from the influx of migrants, but many are pushed out due to economic changes.
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.
The research examines prison conditions, incarceration rates, and penal policy processes since the USSR's demise. It investigates social attitudes towards punishment, shaping cultural perceptions of history and political power.
Researchers found two polar strategies among organizations - generic and smart - with smart firms boosting development in all areas. Companies with above-average intellectual resources outperform those in the generics category regarding productivity and economic value added.
Researchers are using unique DNA-based tracers to characterize the recharge and flow patterns in the Edwards Aquifer, a vital source of drinking water for central and south Texas. The new method allows for rapid detection of contaminant sources and creation of a robust database to calibrate groundwater modeling.
Researchers found that people's perceptions of others' actions are based on what they expect the action to do to maximize efficiency, rather than its actual outcome. This distortion can lead to misinterpretation of ambiguous behavior and incorrect assumptions about others' intentions and emotions.
New research shows that families supporting a child through college are more likely to experience foreclosure during economic downturns. The study found a significant correlation between higher education costs and increased household financial risk during the Great Recession.
Research finds that restricting student and high-skilled visas has little impact on overall migration, while limiting family and low-skilled visas reduces migration but diverts aspiring migrants to unauthorized channels. Enforcement of unauthorized migration is also inefficient.
Researchers found a broad range of cost per dose delivered across Indian states, with personnel costs accounting for 57% of total costs. The weighted average national cost per dose was $2.29, which is lower than the current allocation of $25 per child.
A study by CU Anschutz researchers found that US drug prices are not aligned with their value or net health benefits. The researchers used a forecasting model to calculate cost-effectiveness for commonly reimbursed cardiovascular drugs, revealing a wide spectrum of cost-effectiveness and varying price-to-health-gain ratios.
The employment-to-population ratio for working-age people with disabilities decreased from 29.7% in July 2017 to 29.3% in July 2018. Despite the decline, experts believe that accommodations can play a crucial role in retaining employees with disabilities.
A new study from the University of Zurich reveals that people with high leadership abilities have a greater need for certainty when making decisions that affect others. This characteristic drives their willingness or unwillingness to take on responsibility, distinguishing leaders from followers.
Research led by LSU Health found that hypoxia decreases Protein S, a natural anticoagulant, increasing the risk of potentially life-threatening blood clots. The study identified the gene regulatory mechanism controlling PS production in response to oxygen levels.
The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded Argonne National Laboratory a $30 million grant to study ultrafast chemical processes on timescales of quadrillionths of a second. Researchers will use X-ray free-electron lasers to capture molecular movies, enhancing energy efficiency and applications in optoelectronics and solar energy.
Researchers developed a new photosensitizer using gold nanorods to enable color printing in selective laser sintering. The material is cost-effective for large-scale production and produces brightly colored objects.
Almost half of India's districts are not on track to meet the target for newborns and under-five mortality rates by 2030. Despite progress in reducing deaths among children under five and newborns, India still faces significant challenges, including socioeconomic and geographic disparities.
A study by St. Jude Children's Research Hospital found that 65% of adult childhood cancer survivors reported financial challenges, including reduced health-related quality of life and increased risk of depression and suicidal thoughts. The researchers recommend routine screening for financial hardship to address these issues.
Researchers found that personalist rule in dictatorships receives significantly more foreign investment in fixed-asset intensive industries. Deals with dictators often involve illicit payments, which can siphon off money from the public good.
A recent study predicts the widespread presence of rat lungworm in Hawaii's islands and its expansion into higher elevations as climate warms. Researchers used molecular techniques to screen snails and slugs across the islands, finding the parasite in numerous species on five of six largest islands.
Researchers from the Higher School of Economics conducted a meta-analysis of neuroimaging studies on working memory in children, revealing concordance in frontoparietal regions and unexpected findings in the prefrontal cortex. The study sheds light on the complex role of the insula and its potential impact on learning.
A new study suggests that incorporating regional differences into population projection models in India can significantly impact projected population growth. The research highlights the importance of considering education level, which is associated with lower fertility rates, in determining population projections.
A new study suggests that student loans hinder wealth accumulation among black and Hispanic adults. By age 30, these individuals had significantly lower net worth ($36,000) and financial assets ($11,780), compared to their peers without debt. The study highlights the importance of college education in building wealth among minority you...
A study by Penn State researchers found that poor mental health days can lead to a 1.84% drop in per capita real income growth rate, resulting in $53 billion less total income each year. Investing in mental health resources may help mitigate these effects, particularly in rural counties with limited access to services.
The US Census Bureau's economic census, conducted every five years, will now use the North American Product Classification System (NAPCS) to standardize vital economic statistics. This change aims to improve data precision and provide businesses with a sense of confidence in measurement accuracy.
The Upper Guadiato Archaeological Ager Mellariensis project has analyzed 49 km2 of the territory containing ancient Roman city Mellaria using the COSMO-SkyMed constellation. The satellite technology has revealed invisible moist and floodable areas, groundwater flow, and lost medieval roads.
A study by the University of York suggests that small-scale fishing vessels are underutilized and need support to ensure sustainable fisheries in England. The researchers argue that a length-based definition of scale is flawed, as it doesn't account for fishing capacity.
A new film premiering this weekend sheds light on the experiences of LGBTQ young people in care, highlighting vulnerability, risk, and resilience. The study found that support is limited by a lack of knowledge and confidence among professionals.
A rare genetic defect in the WDR1 protein impairs the ability of lymphocytes to rearrange their actin cytoskeleton, leading to aberrant T-cell activation and B-cell development. This study expands the phenotypic spectrum of WDR1 deficiency, highlighting its impact on both innate and adaptive immunity.
Researchers developed a sensor to detect early-stage Parkinson's disease from patient breath, achieving 79% sensitivity and 84% specificity. The device detected differences in the exhaled breath of newly diagnosed patients, outperforming diagnostic smell tests and ultrasound scans.
The study shows that increased liquidity leads to a more volatile appetite for risk in the market, causing all stocks to become more risky. This volatility affects the Sharpe ratio, which measures excess return for additional risk, ultimately making investors need compensation for taking on higher-risk assets.
A study by Indiana University Kelley School of Business researchers found that recycling can be a strategic supply source for manufacturers, resulting in cost savings per unit, higher quantities, and greater profits. Recycling rare materials like tungsten can insulate manufacturers from market volatility and increase their competitive ...
Researchers from Cambridge University found no evidence of a trade-off between military spending and public services in the Middle East. The study challenges the 'guns versus butter' hypothesis, which suggested that prioritizing military spending led to neglect of health and education, sparking civil unrest.
Scientists synthesized multi-layered copper and nickel nanowires to study their magnetoresistance properties, which could lead to more accurate compasses, radiation monitors, and electronic devices. The study found a nonlinear relationship between the nanowire length and the number of layers.
Researchers have found that ocean surface pH has fallen ten times faster than in the past 300 million years, impacting ecosystems, economies, and communities globally. The economic cost of Ocean Acidification is projected to reach over $300 billion annually, highlighting the need for international collaboration and adaptation.
A group of 12 University of Michigan faculty members propose a new analytical framework for studying the global food system, focusing on ecology, equity, culture, and human health. This shift in focus is needed to address the unsustainable nature of current approaches to solving the global food crisis.
Research by LSU Health New Orleans School of Public Health found that flushing water lines may not be effective in reducing lead levels, potentially increasing exposure to children. The study suggests that certified water filters and more proactive interventions may be needed to protect children from lead in drinking water.
The study reveals that people with high cognitive capacity can expand their circle of intimate friendships, while smaller communities tend to broaden their close friendships. The researchers found evidence supporting the Dunbar number theory, which suggests a limit on the number of friends our brain can handle.
A new study from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business reveals that individuals with high 'guilt-proneness' tend to be more trustworthy. This personality trait is stronger than other characteristics in predicting trustworthy behavior, according to the researchers.
A new study reveals a significant increase in liver deaths due to cirrhosis among young adults, with the highest fatalities among whites, American Indians, and Hispanics. The rise is attributed entirely to alcohol-related liver disease, highlighting the need for prevention strategies such as taxes on alcohol and reducing marketing.
A study found that the monoamine oxidase A gene is linked to self-assessed well-being and stress levels among men. The researchers suggest that genetics can influence social phenomena, and this connection may be significant for understanding human behavior.
A new study published in Science Advances has shown that a decline in religion is linked to a country's future economic prosperity. Secularisation precedes economic development, but only when accompanied by tolerance for individual rights like abortion, divorce, and homosexuality.
A new USC Dornsife-led psychology study shows that conservatives tend to feel their lives have meaning or purpose. The results suggest a unique aspect of political conservatism provides people with this sense. Other factors like personal characteristics and situational influences also play a role.
Researchers used monkey parietal lobe studies to find the brain distinguishes causes of errors for adaptation. Motor errors are corrected using signals from Brodmann area 5, while target errors are corrected with signals from Brodmann area 7.
A study suggests that redirecting fossil fuel subsidies to carbon prices could generate substantial funds for public goods like healthcare and education. This could cover a significant portion of the required public funding needs for sustainable development in several countries.
The BMJ's new collection aims to improve global health by integrating research into health systems and increasing its value. Despite progress since the introduction of a regional policy in 2009, challenges persist, including weak public health functions and varying levels of research capacity.
Patients with persistent facial pain incur significant costs, including £650 per year out-of-pocket expenses. An electronic referral system using a Graded Chronic Pain Scale could improve quality of life and reduce costs to employers by providing a structured care pathway.
The Virtual Brain neuroinformatics platform is integrating into the EU's Flagship Human Brain Project to promote efficiency and reproducibility in research. The platform will enable researchers to refine computer models, develop efficient simulation technology, and improve study reproducibility.
Researchers discovered that mice, rats, and humans all exhibit the sunk cost fallacy, preferring to continue with a choice despite clear evidence of a better alternative. The study used economic games to test species' willingness to wait for rewards, finding that all three groups became more reluctant to quit as time passed.
A Penn State economist is leading a three-year study on innovation in rural communities, focusing on how to support rural entrepreneurs. The researchers aim to capture data on overlooked innovations and explore connections between innovation and export capacity.
New research found that moving fish farms away from seagrass meadows can boost their growth and health. The study, led by the University of Plymouth, showed that seagrass limits increased at a rate of 1.2-9cm per year in areas with reduced fish farming impact.
Financial incentive programs created critical waterbird habitat in the Central Valley of California during severe droughts. Satellite data revealed a 61% increase in flooded rice fields and up to 100% of available habitat created by these programs.