For ‘Sneakerheads,’ shoes are all about identity
New research digs into what draws collectors of fashionable and sometimes rare shoes into the world of Sneakerheads.
Feb. 8, 2021 • ~8 min
Tim Berners-Lee's plan to save the internet: give us back control of our data
The web's inventor believes the liberation of our data will help redistribute power on the internet.
Feb. 5, 2021 • ~7 min
Group exercise may be even better for you than solo workouts – here's why
Your most important piece of exercise gear may be the friends you buddy up with to work out.
Dec. 29, 2020 • ~9 min
The iconic American inventor is still a white male – and that's an obstacle to race and gender inclusion
The story of the invention in America typically features larger-than-life caricatures of white men like Thomas Edison while largely ignoring the contributions of women and people of color.
Dec. 8, 2020 • ~9 min
If health is core to identity, people stick to COVID guidelines
Getting people to think of health as a core part of their identity can help them stick to following COVID-19 guidelines like wearing a mask.
Oct. 29, 2020 • ~6 min
What’s behind evangelical support for Trump?
How does religion factor into the presidential election for evangelical voters? An expert digs into faith and politics in the US.
Oct. 20, 2020 • ~7 min
Digital identity: new UK scheme risks running a repeat of ID card controversy
A digital ID will only work if people are allowed to keep control of their data.
Sept. 10, 2020 • ~7 min
CEO names shape their business strategies
Research on CEOs with uncommon names shows they tend to pursue unorthodox strategies. It's all about how a name shapes the way people see themselves.
Sept. 9, 2020 • ~4 min
Families can support kids' mental health whether they're learning remotely or at school – here's how
Good mental health is the ability to adapt to changes and stress. Whatever school looks like, parents can help keep kids' social-emotional development on track in these four areas.
Aug. 19, 2020 • ~9 min
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