These key qualities attract ‘likes’ on Instagram

Feature complexity and design complexity are two key characteristics that bring in likes on Instagram, research finds.

Matt Shipman-NC State • futurity
Jan. 19, 2022 ~6 min

Sperm donation is largely unregulated, but that could soon change as lawsuits multiply

Many people are filing lawsuits after discovering that sperm banks failed to verify information from donors about their medical and personal backgrounds.

Sonia Suter, Professor of Law, George Washington University • conversation
Jan. 18, 2022 ~11 min


Users report perks of delta-8-THC over cannabis

A survey of users offers new information about the benefits and potential drawbacks of delta-8-THC, a hemp-derived alternative to cannabis.

David Hill-Buffalo • futurity
Jan. 14, 2022 ~9 min

Tip Line: Submit the ‘dark patterns’ you see online

"Dark patterns" are design choices that deceive, manipulate, or coerce us online—and they've gone mainstream. Submit examples to the Tip Line.

Stanford • futurity
Dec. 17, 2021 ~13 min

Parents, beware: Plastic toys may come with risky chemicals

The plastic toy your child asked Santa for likely contains chemicals. Experts offer tips on how to keep your kids happy and healthy this holiday season.

Nardy Baeza Bickel-Michigan • futurity
Dec. 15, 2021 ~8 min

Blame the supply chain for lack of Christmas trees

When you head out to get your Christmas tree, it may seem like the Grinch got there first. But supply chain issues may explain the lack of seasonal cheer.

Ayana Isles-Georgia Tech • futurity
Dec. 8, 2021 ~6 min

What will get clothes factories to comply with labor standards?

A new study details baseline actions apparel factories need to take to be compliant with labor standards. But will consumers agree to paying the extra cost?

Matt Shipman-NC State • futurity
Nov. 30, 2021 ~5 min

Prep yourself to get lots of gift cards for the holidays

Thanks to supply chain issues caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, gift cards may be one of the most common presents this holiday shopping season.

George Vlahakis-Indiana • futurity
Nov. 23, 2021 ~8 min


The average person's daily choices can still make a big difference in fighting climate change – and getting governments and utilities to tackle it, too

How and where people spend their money and use energy can influence corporate behavior.

Tom Ptak, Assistant Professor of Geography and Environmental Studies, Texas State University • conversation
Nov. 22, 2021 ~9 min

How long will the supply chain crunch last?

An expert explains when the current supply chain problems might end and how the current crisis has been years and years in the making.

Sara Savat-WUSTL • futurity
Nov. 17, 2021 ~10 min

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