If you think you understand how incentives work, think again
How can people be incentivized to drive more fuel-efficient cars, be more innovative at work, and get to the gym on a regular basis? Uri Gneezy, professor of economics and strategy at the Rady School of Management at UC San Diego, explains this in hi.....»»
Just how dangerous is Great Salt Lake dust? New research looks for clues
As Utah's Great Salt Lake shrinks, exposing more of its playa, concerns grow about the dust the dry lakebed emits. But scientists lack the data to fully understand what pollutants are present in these airborne sediments......»»
Trump plan for Musk-led efficiency commission could give CEO influence over rules for his work, wealth
Donald Trump's plan for a Musk-led efficiency commission could put him in position to change the rules for corporate America, including the industries in which his companies compete......»»
Human firewalls are essential to keeping SaaS environments safe
Businesses run on SaaS solutions: nearly every business function relies on multiple cloud-based tech platforms and collaborative work tools like Slack, Google Workspace apps, Jira, Zendesk and others. We recently surveyed security leaders and CISOs o.....»»
Researchers find a place to take a python"s pulse
Stethoscopes don't work well on reptiles. Scales interfere with sound transmission. Scared tortoises and turtles hide behind their legs, covering their hearts......»»
How parents" support and emotional guidance shape homework success
New research from Hebrew University shows that how well parents understand their children and manage their own emotions greatly affects homework time. Parents who are good at understanding their kids are more supportive and help them become more inde.....»»
Technology classes at school can also teach skills for business and life: South African teachers share ideas
Starting and running your own business takes hard work and a can-do attitude. Typically, entrepreneurs are the kinds of people who can identify and solve problems innovatively, are willing to take risks and learn from mistakes......»»
NASA Earth scientists take flight, set sail to verify PACE satellite data
From sea to sky to orbit, a range of vantage points allow NASA Earth scientists to collect different types of data to better understand our changing planet. Collecting them together, at the same place and the same time, is an important step used to v.....»»
3D imaging allows researchers to observe degradation of micro- and nanoplastics with unprecedented detail
In a global first, University of Waterloo researchers have used 3D imaging technology to understand the fine details of microplastics, paving the way for more effective methods of plastic waste recycling......»»
How to get the housing we need: Healthy, affordable and resilient to climate change
Imagine coming home after a long day at work. It is winter. You step inside your home. It is warm, quiet and dry......»»
First detection of cross-correlation between cosmic shear and X-ray background enhances baryonic matter understanding
A new study in Physical Review Letters offers the first detection of the cross-correlation between cosmic shear and diffuse X-ray background, helping to understand the distribution of baryonic matter in the universe......»»
What is societal collapse? Lessons from the past can help us understand our future, but only to a point
As the climate crisis accelerates, it's hard not to wonder if today's societies can adapt. Growing worries over climate change have sparked interest in the collapse of ancient civilizations and the rise of the (often apocalypse-themed) "cli-fi" genre.....»»
After Starliner, NASA has another big human spaceflight decision to make
"We still have a lot of work to do to close out the heat shield investigation.” Enlarge / The Artemis II Orion spacecraft being prepared for tests at NASA’S Kennedy Space Center in Florida in June 2024. (credit: NASA / Rad S.....»»
Study: Creative idea generation at work leads to indulgent behaviors afterwards
Generating creative ideas at work tasks employees with thinking expansively and being open to thoughts and concepts they haven't previously considered. Which, of course, provides significant benefits to business because it can lead to new and innovat.....»»
DNA may be a powerful predictor of educational success, new research suggests
Researchers at the University of York are calling for further exploration of the role DNA could play in predicting educational outcomes. The work is published in the journal Educational Psychology Review......»»
Apple"s iPhone 16 cases may not need a cutout for the Capture button
A new rumor says that the capacitive Capture button on the forthcoming iPhone 16 range will work regardless of whether cases include an opening for it.A dummy iPhone 16 model shows where a capacitive Capture button could goIt's now as close to certai.....»»
Hybrids, crossovers drive Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, Kia to August U.S. sales gains
U.S. auto sales are projected to rise 7 to 8 percent last month, analysts estimated, with average transaction prices falling as inventory rises and incentives increase......»»
Temperature fluctuations significantly affect dragonfly perception, study shows
University of Adelaide researchers and collaborators from Lund University in Sweden have made a breakthrough in understanding how dragonflies' brains work......»»
GIGABYTE back-to-school deals: Versatile AI gaming laptops for less
These GIGABYTE back-to-school AI gaming laptops are on sale. It's your chance to game, work, and save all in one go. They're AI-enabled, too......»»
Apple"s iPhone 16 cases won"t need a cutout for the Capture button
A new rumor says that the capacitive Capture button on the forthcoming iPhone 16 range will work regardless of whether cases include an opening for it.A dummy iPhone 16 model shows where a capacitive Capture button could goIt's now as close to certai.....»»
Companies with emotionally intelligent managers make more money, research shows
Companies with emotionally intelligent managers are not only nicer places to work, but also make more money, new research says......»»