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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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Hiring | Peer-Reviewed Research
Slightly-to-moderately overqualified employees are more likely to reimagine their roles — and become indispensable contributors.
December 03
Language Trends | Mind Your Business
Why is the word “embattled” popping up in headlines everywhere?
November 28
Workplace Psychology | Peer-Reviewed Research
Research shows that anti-discrimination laws protecting gay, lesbian and bisexual workers’ rights work.
November 28
Customer Relations | Peer-Reviewed Research
Information technology has reshaped the way companies treat their customers.
November 14
After Harvey | Expert Opinion
How do we make the best decisions when it comes to a flood-damaged home?
November 12
Spending | Expert Opinion
How much is too much to spend on a piece of avocado toast?
November 06
After Harvey | Features
Why, weeks after Harvey receded, are Houstonians still feeling foggy?
October 30
Entrepreneurship | News Feed
How Rice Business is accelerating entrepreneurship.
October 24
Creativity | Peer-Reviewed Research
Why living in a foreign country is like a spa for the mind.
October 24
