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Gig Economy | Peer-Reviewed Research
When a gig-work platform switched from a five-star rating system to a simple thumbs-up/down, it eliminated a 9% racial earnings gap for their workers.
20 Feb
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Discrimination | Peer-Reviewed ResearchEach year, an estimated 80,000 auto loan applications in the U.S. are denied to minority borrowers due to racial bias.22 Jan
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Customer Satisfaction | Peer-Reviewed ResearchResearch shows that conservatives are generally more satisfied with their purchases than liberals. But why?9 Dec
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Gig Economy | Peer-Reviewed Research
When a gig-work platform switched from a five-star rating system to a simple thumbs-up/down, it eliminated a 9% racial earnings gap for their workers.
February 20
Discrimination | Peer-Reviewed Research
Each year, an estimated 80,000 auto loan applications in the U.S. are denied to minority borrowers due to racial bias.
January 22
Institutional Crisis | Expert Opinion
Despite academic gains, HISD’s $4.4 billion bond failed due to distrust in leadership and gaps in family engagement. Here’s how HISD can rebuild confidence.
December 11
Customer Satisfaction | Peer-Reviewed Research
Research shows that conservatives are generally more satisfied with their purchases than liberals. But why?
December 09
Workplace Dynamics | Peer-Reviewed Research
Disputes over workplace influence can ruffle feathers — but depending on their motivation, they can also foster growth and strength.
November 20
Creativity | Peer-Reviewed Research
Low-power employees in diverse teams produce ideas with greater novelty and utility — even long after their team experience.
November 08
Remote Work | Peer-Reviewed Research
Remote work lets people live where they want, but “time shifting” can put a strain on team collaboration and communication.
October 31
AI | Peer-Reviewed Research
ChatGPT enhances creativity and problem-solving in ways that traditional search tools can’t match.
October 14
Investing | Peer-Reviewed Research
By leveraging sales, coupons and bulk purchases, many households can achieve returns that match or even surpass traditional investments.
September 19
Discrimination | Peer-Reviewed Research
New research challenges the case for using “statistical discrimination” in hiring decisions.
August 27
