Charles Darwin and conspicuous consumption: Why bling is blingy
Luxury brands are a prominent feature of modern society. Thorstein Veblen coined the term "conspicuous consumption" to describe how the upper classes showcased expensive goods without inherent practical benefits to demonstrate their economic power......»»
Research finds that more flexible working and avoiding excessive alcohol at work events are key to workplace equality
Flexible working is key to creating a more diverse and inclusive workforce, according to a new report. The research into equality, diversity and inclusion in the UK insurance industry also found that excessive alcohol consumption at team building and.....»»
Slums can provide lessons for building effective circular cities
The slums in the Global South hold the key to building circular cities in other developing countries, according to Charles Darwin University (CDU) researchers......»»
Research reveals food is primary driver of the EU-27"s outsized ecological footprint
New research coordinated by Global Footprint Network's sustainability scientists in collaboration with food system experts has been published under the title "EU-27 Ecological Footprint was primarily driven by food consumption and exceeded regional b.....»»
Ecuador to reintroduce species on Galapagos island
Ecuador's government has announced it will spend $3.4 million on reintroducing 12 endemic bird and turtle species that have disappeared from an island in the Galapagos archipelago where Charles Darwin developed his theory of evolution......»»
New behavioral system mapping shows key consumer behaviors needed to achieve a circular economy
The Behavioural Roadmap to Circular Consumption, developed by Monash University's BehaviourWorks Australia, identifies where policy-makers and industry can intervene in the production–consumption cycle to create change, reduce Australia's material.....»»
Charles Martinet shares what it means to be a Mario ambassador
Mario voice actor Charles Martinet has explained his new job as Mario ambassador following his departure from the role last month......»»
Making plant-based meat more "meaty" with fermented onions
Plant-based alternatives such as tempeh and bean burgers provide protein-rich options for those who want to reduce their meat consumption. However, replicating meat's flavors and aromas has proven challenging, with companies often relying on syntheti.....»»
Researcher studies how hate speech becomes acts of terror
A new Charles Darwin University (CDU) study on the writings of two of the world's most infamous terrorists could help authorities to identify how topics, schemas and strategies of hate speech are used to incite violence......»»
Multiwavelength quantum well nanowire array micro-LED for on-chip optical communication
As the number of cores in a processor continues to grow, so too does the challenge of connecting them all together. Traditional electrical networks fall short due to latency, limited bandwidth, and high-power consumption. Researchers have long sought.....»»
Scientists unravel symbiotic secrets of prokaryotic community living in host amoeba
In a new study, researchers from the Faculty of Science of Charles University, in collaboration with researchers from Max-Planck Institute for Terrestrial Microbiology and European Molecular Biology Laboratory from Heidelberg, have delved into the in.....»»
So, your partner watches porn. Here"s why it"s not a problem.
In any given minute, about 32,497 are watching porn in the U.S, according to Bedbible. Before the age of 18, about 93 percent of young boys and 62 percent of young girls are exposed to porn. For better or worse, porn consumption is a painfully common.....»»
Charles Martinet’s 6 most iconic video game performances
Charles Martinet is no longer voicing Mario, so we're looking back at some of his best video game performances......»»
New research identifies a biotechnology approach to improve hybrid breeding of soybean
Soybean (Glycine max) is one of the most economically and societally impactful crops in the world, providing a significant percentage of all protein for animal consumption on a global scale, and playing key roles in oil production, manufacturing, and.....»»
Longtime Mario voice actor Charles Martinet is stepping away from the role
Nintendo announced that Charles Martinet is stepping away from voicing Mario and other characters in Nintendo games......»»
It’s-a-no-longer me: Charles Martinet steps down as Mario’s voice [Updated]
After three decades in the role, Martinet won't appear in Super Mario Wonder. Martinet poses with some of the famous characters he's voiced for decades now. Charles Martinet will no longer serve as the voice of Mario, Luigi, Wario, a.....»»
Selling a juicy burger with a photo: The effect of induced positive consumption simulations on purchases
Researchers from Yale University and University of Southern California have published a new Journal of Marketing study that synthesizes and evaluates over 50 studies conducted over four decades to determine when mental simulation prompts heighten con.....»»
Ship sets sail from England to retrace Charles Darwin"s voyage nearly 200 years later
A schooner set sail Tuesday from the south coast of England to train and inspire a new generation of naturalists by retracing the voyage taken by a young Charles Darwin nearly 200 years ago that led to his theory of evolution......»»
Majority of Americans report high rate of food satisfaction
Consumers who report they are most satisfied with their food consumption also spend the lowest share of their incomes on food, according to the latest Consumer Food Insights Report. The report's July 2023 survey also asked consumers how they feel abo.....»»
Overlooked CO2 emissions induced by air pollution control devices in China"s coal-fired power plants
China has implemented various environmental regulations, including the widespread use of air pollution control devices (APCDs) in CFPPs. While APCDs have successfully reduced air pollutants, their electricity consumption has led to indirect carbon di.....»»
Researchers investigate how a CEO"s personality affects corporate culture
Before he became an expert on corporate leadership, Charles O'Reilly spent five years in the U.S. Army. There he witnessed the stark divide between good and bad leaders and realized how much influence they had on the people who worked for them......»»