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Emerging Markets | Peer-Reviewed Research
In nascent markets, breakthrough products like clean cookstoves can save lives. But lasting impact does not come from donations. It comes from the “knowledge intermediaries” that build a market infrastructure to get these products into homes.
26 Sep
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CEO CompensationProfessor John Barry’s research offers a fresh perspective on executive compensation.12 Sep
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Work Motivation | Peer-Reviewed ResearchProfessor Mijeong Kwon’s research finds that loving your work can be valuable — but treating it as the only “right” reason to pursue a career can cause harm.29 Aug
Corporate Disclosures | Peer-Reviewed Research
In years with strong performance, corporate disclosures are more helpful for stock price discovery — in bad news years, not so much.
15 Aug
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Crisis Resilience | Peer-Reviewed ResearchNew research shows how to tap customer support when times get tough.31 Jul
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AI | Peer-Reviewed ResearchTools like ChatGPT can spark creativity at work — but only if employees think strategically.18 Jul
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Interdisciplinary Creativity | News Feed
A year after opening its doors, Moody Center has made a mission out of art’s many dimensions.
May 07
Innovation | Peer-Reviewed Research
Creativity isn’t fueled by snacks or sleep pods, but by freedom, purpose, and a culture that supports risk-taking.
May 06
Elections | Peer-Reviewed Research
How data from two-round election systems can help candidates target their campaigns.
April 30
Personal Data | Mind Your Business
Americans have been feeling very protective of our data lately. But what is it exactly that we’re trying to protect?
April 23
Data Breaches | Peer-Reviewed Research
Outsourcing a security increase can make company data more vulnerable, rather than less.
April 23
Donation Behavior | Expert Opinion
As the list of customer metrics grow, which ones indicates financial growth, and which are just a fad?
April 18
Energy Economics | Commentary
The shale industry is in the 3rd inning, but many factors will determine how the game plays out.
April 16
Nonprofit Management | Expert Opinion
What for-profit businesses can teach nonprofits about customer satisfaction.
April 15