Forget dystopian scenarios – AI is pervasive today, and the risks are often hidden

The explosion of generative AI tools like ChatGPT and fears about where the technology might be headed distract from the many ways AI affects people every day – for better and worse.

Anjana Susarla, Professor of Information Systems, Michigan State University • conversation
Nov. 21, 2023 ~7 min

Every state is about to dole out federal funding for broadband internet – not every state is ready for the task

Every state is poised to receive a large amount of federal money to expand broadband access, but they have a lot of work to do to meet the government’s requirements for distributing it.

Brian Whitacre, Professor and Neustadt Chair, Department of Agricultural Economics, Oklahoma State University • conversation
Nov. 20, 2023 ~8 min


Sunak's climate shift is out of touch with the demands of the UK's workforce – here's why

Our survey of UK workers reveals their deep concern about climate change – many want to see action being taken.

Jo Cutter, Lecturer in Work and Employment Relations, University of Leeds • conversation
Nov. 9, 2023 ~7 min

Leadership communication has this central purpose

A primary outcome of leadership communication is creating a respectful workplace, a study indicates.

Pate McCuien-U. Missouri • futurity
Oct. 18, 2023 ~4 min

To land a new job, try this confidence boost

Job seekers who boost their confidence with a 15-minute values reflection have better chances of landing a new gig.

ETH Zurich • futurity
Oct. 4, 2023 ~7 min

Push to promote breastfeeding also has costs

"...the US has really focused on pushing breastfeeding as a goal, but we have done that without thinking through all of the relative costs..."

Leigh Beeson-U. Georgia • futurity
Oct. 3, 2023 ~7 min

Virtual reality can help emergency services navigate the complexities of real-life crises

VR can help responders hone the decision making skills they’ll need in emergency scenarios.

Selina Robinson, Senior Lecturer in Forensic Investigation, University of Winchester • conversation
Sept. 28, 2023 ~8 min

LGBTQ+ job seekers want action, not symbols

LGBTQ+ job seekers are looking for signs of authentic support from companies and organizations, a study finds.

Rachel Cramer-Iowa State • futurity
Sept. 28, 2023 ~5 min


American Climate Corps: Biden's new green jobs initiative delivers more promises than details

A scholar of national service programs points out that the government hasn’t spelled out what this one will cost, what its participants will earn or how it will operate.

Christopher Staysniak, Lecturer of History, College of the Holy Cross • conversation
Sept. 28, 2023 ~10 min

Wildland firefighters face a huge pay cut without action by Congress – in the midst of strenuous, dangerous work during fire season

Working a day on the firelines as a wildland firefighter can require the endurance of riding the Tour de France. That takes a toll, as a physiologist explains.

Brent C. Ruby, Professor of exercise and work physiology, University of Montana • conversation
Sept. 26, 2023 ~9 min

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