The quest to tackle mental illness in the workplace before it even exists
Unmind is a workplace mental health platform that takes a preventative rather than curative approach to mental illness......»»
Advanced nanofibrous membranes can tackle diabetic wounds with precision
Diabetic wounds are notoriously challenging to treat, due to prolonged inflammation and a high risk of infection. Traditional treatments generally offer only passive protection and fail to dynamically interact with the wound environment......»»
This wellness app combines AI with capybaras, and it’s beautiful
You may not like all that AI offers. But what if it could help you with mental health? And shower you with capybara pictures, too?.....»»
One of the best Apple TV+ comedies, Loot, scores season three renewal
Apple TV+ had its first big hit with a beloved comedy: Ted Lasso. Now, one of the service’s other top comedies has scored a season three renewal. Maya Rudolph’s workplace comedy, Loot, will return for another season of billionaire antics. mor.....»»
Q&A: How can different types of brains bolster startup success?
Associate Professor Carina Lomberg is on a quest to understand the cognitive, emotional, and behavioral aspects of entrepreneurs and what shapes their journey. She has found that including neurodiverse individuals in teams that start a company enhanc.....»»
Loneliness in the workplace is greatest among men with traditional views about being the breadwinner
Loneliness affects everyone at different times. Although it is well documented men are less likely than women to talk about feelings and to seek help, our research found men's work arrangements can be a significant contributor......»»
Examining the benefits of worksite weight-based discrimination training
A workshop developed by University of Oregon researchers shows promise in reducing bias against people with larger bodies in the workplace, according to a new study......»»
Black Americans develop mental resilience to discrimination early
No one likes to feel like they're not getting the respect or courtesy they deserve. Think about the last time you felt patronized, or treated as inferior, or received worse customer service than another person in line......»»
Mental health services that consult with Elders can deliver better care to Aboriginal people
Aboriginal Elders in Perth are working with mainstream mental health service leaders to improve mental health services for their community......»»
Respiratory bacteria "turn off" immune system to survive, study finds
Researchers from The University of Queensland have identified how a common bacterium is able to manipulate the human immune system during respiratory infections and cause persistent illness. The research was published in PLOS Pathogens......»»
How AI helps decode cybercriminal strategies
With terms like “AI washing” making their way into mainstream business consciousness, the hype surrounding AI is making it harder to differentiate between the true applications and empty promises of the technology. The quest for tangible business.....»»
New hypothesis rethinks tech"s impact on social interaction
A new study published in Cyberpsychology, Behavior and Social Networking introduces a novel hypothesis that could reshape our understanding of how digital technologies affect human sociality and mental health......»»
Are Pets Really Good for Health?
It turns out there’s little good evidence that pets benefit our physical or mental health.....»»
Workplace thriller "Severance" returns to Apple TV+ in early 2025
The return of Lumon Industries to Apple TV+ is on the way, with the second season of "Severance" landing on the streaming service on January 17.An Apple TV+ teaser image for the second season of 'Severance'After a critical reception, the second seaso.....»»
Severance season 2: Apple announces premiere date, releases teaser trailer
It's been a long wait, but Severance season 2 finally has some news. Apple announced the premiere date and released a teaser trailer for the workplace drama......»»
Researchers engineer poplar trees to synthesize valuable chemical squalene, normally harvested from shark livers
What do poplar trees, sharks and biofuels have in common? While it might sound a bit like a riddle, a team led by Michigan State University biochemists has reported exciting findings concerning all three in the quest for cleaner energy......»»
The Quest 3 has never been cheaper
Meta's offering a Quest 3 for just $25 monthly, and you also get games, so we checked out whether Play now, pay later really is a good deal......»»
The role of workplace humor in stimulating innovative work behavior
Business environments that foster innovative work behavior can become more competitive. If employees can introduce new ideas, processes, and solutions, then the company can thrive. An intriguing, yet little explored, factor that can significantly inf.....»»
New study augments distribution and reproduction data for little-known female Oceania fantail rays
Among the cartilaginous fish of the class Chondrichthyes, batoid rays—along with sharks, skates and sawfish—belong to the subclass known as Elasmobranchii. To date, limited literature exists on the reproductive practices of batoid rays, including.....»»
Dell’s most popular business laptop is over $800 off today
The Dell Latitude 7640 is a powerhouse PC for the workplace. Save $800 when you purchase a brand-new Latitude directly through Dell while the markdown lasts!.....»»
Professional misconduct can end a career—who should second chance?
We all make mistakes at work. And many factors can contribute to professional lapses, including fatigue, illness and lack of training or professional support. Usually we pick up the pieces and move on......»»