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Economics - 01.10.2024
Public Discourse Promotes Socially Responsible Behavior
Public discourse campaigns often promote social responsibility, but do such discussions also impact our market behavior? Economists at the University of Zurich have published a new study that shows that engaging in public discourse increases socially responsible market behavior - regardless of participants' social norms and values.
Transport - Economics - 26.09.2024

Laval University team sheds light on the effects of financial assistance on the acquisition of zero-emission vehicles Incentive policies for the purchase of green, electric or hybrid vehicles are associated with an increase in their adoption, according to a study by the Faculty of Business Administration.
Social Sciences - Economics - 26.09.2024
How social structure influences the way people share money
A new study shows that belonging to age-based groups, common in some global regions, influences finances and health. People around the globe often depend on informal financial arrangements, borrowing and lending money through social networks. Understanding this sheds light on local economies and helps fight poverty.
Economics - 19.09.2024
Aversion to Inequality Drives Support for Redistribution
As income inequality widens, debates around redistribution policies are heating up. New research from the Universities of Zurich, Lille and Copenhagen reveals that support for these policies stems not only from individuals' financial situations but also from an inherent aversion to inequality. These findings offer valuable insights into predicting public support for future redistribution policies.
Health - Economics - 18.09.2024

Cambridge researchers have shown that reducing the serving size for beer, lager and cider reduces the volume of those drinks consumed in pubs, bars and restaurants, which could have wider public health benefits. While we may all'enjoy a drink, the less we drink the better our health Theresa Marteau Alcohol consumption is the fifth largest contributor to premature death and disease worldwide.
Health - Economics - 18.09.2024

Cambridge researchers have shown that reducing the serving size for beer, lager and cider reduces the volume of those drinks consumed in pubs, bars and restaurants, which could have wider public health benefits. While we may all'enjoy a drink, the less we drink the better our health Theresa Marteau Alcohol consumption is the fifth largest contributor to premature death and disease worldwide.
Career - Economics - 18.09.2024
International Equal Pay Day: UvA EB research on the gender pay gap and beyond
On 18 September it's International Equal Pay Day-a day to reflect on the global fight for equal pay between men and women. At UvA Economics and Business, this topic is examined from a variety of angles. From fatherhood bonuses and diversity issues in tech startups to the impact of contraception on women's careers-these studies shed light on the hidden dynamics behind the gender gap.
Agronomy / Food Science - Economics - 18.09.2024

A study of the University of Bonn investigated how visitors can be motivated to accept smaller portions of meat We eat too much meat in Germany and this not only has a negative impact on health but is also damaging for the environment and climate. Cafeteria owners are increasingly open to the idea of serving smaller portions of meat - especially for cost reasons.
Economics - Religions - 16.09.2024
Why do Asian consumers love luxury shopping?
U-M research finds it's not due to Asians becoming more Western and individualistic, but collectivism that enhances luxury consumption Study: Unpacking collective materialism: how values shape consumption in seven Asian markets The Asia-Pacific region is the largest consumer of personal luxury goods in the world.
Innovation - Economics - 11.09.2024

The University of Waterloo has long been renowned for entrepreneurship and innovation and for providing co-operative education (co-op) and work-integrated learning at scale with impact. Dr. Margaret Dalziel and Nada Basir, both professors at the Conrad School of Business and Entrepreneurship, conducted a study into the mechanisms behind this success, revealing that co-op plays a pivotal role in shaping the ventures of student entrepreneurs.
Social Sciences - Economics - 10.09.2024

For employees between the ages of 20 and 65, solidarity in pension provision is important, and is particularly pronounced in the AHV. But it is also strong in the 2nd pillar. These are the findings of a study by Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts. The Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU) has once again sounded out the Swiss population on the subject of retirement planning.
Environment - Economics - 10.09.2024
Potential economic and climatic impacts of windstorms in forests
Windstorms are extreme climatic events: rare occurrences with high environmental and economic costs. INRAE and AgroParisTech researchers used foresight modelling to simulate the effects of windstorms on French forests-important carbon sinks-and the French forestry industry through 2050. In one quarter of simulations, windstorms caused a 24% drop in carbon sequestration.
Economics - 09.09.2024

Since the 1990s, the European Union has worked intensively with non-EU countries to discourage irregular migration and promote the return of irregular migrants. Despite years of efforts, recent research shows that migrant deterrent campaigns have little effect, and that deportations of irregular migrants are not as easy to drive up as politicians may suggest.
Economics - 04.09.2024
EV charging stations boost spending at nearby businesses
The spending increases were particularly pronounced for businesses within 100 yards of charging stations, and for businesses in low-income areas. Charging stations for electric vehicles are essential for cleaning up the transportation sector. A new study by MIT researchers suggests they're good for business, too.
Computer Science - Economics - 30.08.2024

New research from the University of Bath shows discrimination against women worsens if Artificial Intelligence (AI) is used by lenders for loans but that ethical lenders could choose to tweak the AI algorithms to address this bias and still improve their profits as well as their brand reputation.
Economics - 31.07.2024

Fashion sector's obsession with thin-size models may be counterproductive Online fashion retailers clinging to the received wisdom that photos of thin models are the most effective way of selling clothes may want to think again, according to a new study examining the impact of size-inclusive model photos.
Health - Economics - 30.07.2024
Guaranteed income programs unlikely to improve health but still a valuable tool for alleviating poverty
Study: Does Income Affect Health? Evidence from a Randomized Controlled Trial of a Guaranteed Income Study: The Employment Effects of a Guaranteed Income: Experimental Evidence from Two U.S. States Guaranteed income programs don't appear to improve the health of recipients, but they remain an important tool to consider for reducing poverty, according to research from University of Michigan and others.
Economics - 30.07.2024
Airbnb Hosts Who Smile Get More Bookings
A new study shows that Airbnb hosts who smile in their profile photos can get more bookings. Hosts with a smile see an average increase in bookings of 3. The study, done by researchers from Carnegie Mellon University's Tepper School of Business , Harvard Business School, Columbia Business School, University of Rochester, and Yale School of Management, is forthcoming in the Journal of Consumer Research.
Economics - 12.07.2024
Do we really know how our data is used?
New study on user perception of data collection purposes highlights a lack of clarity in privacy notices The European Union and the United Kingdom mandate via the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) that users of web services must give their informed consent for their data to be collected and used.
Health - Economics - 11.07.2024
Better food policies needed to combat obesity and overnutrition in South Asia
New research highlights an urgent need for more effective food policies to address rising levels of obesity in South Asia. Better food labelling, healthier school meals, and taxes on unhealthy foods are needed to address the rising health impacts of 'overnutrition' in Bangladesh, India, Pakistan and Sri Lanka, according to a new comparative analysis led by Imperial College Business School.
Economics - Feb 13
UK gambling industry is using Big Tobacco tactics to downplay harms and influence the public
UK gambling industry is using Big Tobacco tactics to downplay harms and influence the public

Economics - Feb 10
Swiss parents prefer savings accounts to investment funds when saving for their children
Swiss parents prefer savings accounts to investment funds when saving for their children

Innovation - Feb 3
ETH Zurich and HSG launch Manufacturing Alliance to strengthen Switzerland as an industrial location
ETH Zurich and HSG launch Manufacturing Alliance to strengthen Switzerland as an industrial location
