Category: Work

Study suggests contact networks have no influence on cooperation among individuals

From the Universidad Carlos III de Madrid press release via AlphaGalileo: Researchers at Carlos III University of Madrid and the University of Zaragoza theoretically predict, in a scientific study, that… Read more »

Study suggests staying in organization out of obligation or lack of alternatives increases burnout risk

From the Concordia University press release: Love it or leave it — if only it were that simple. According to new research from Concordia University, the Université de Montréal and… Read more »

Study suggests that dogs can help reduce workplace stress, increase job satisfaction

From the Virginia Commonwealth University press release via EurekAlert!: Man’s best friend may make a positive difference in the workplace by reducing stress and making the job more satisfying for… Read more »

Study suggests intelligence may outweigh socio-economic status when it comes to career advancement

From the AFTAU press release: Conventional wisdom tells us that in the business world, “you are who you know” — your social background and professional networks outweigh talent when it… Read more »

Researchers adopt tablet computers for behavioural research with children

From the University of Stavanger press release: Tablet computers are being adopted by behavioural scientists at Norway’s University of Stavanger (UiS) as a more efficient way of obtaining information from… Read more »

Study suggests self-realization of own unique knowledge and experience can help in group problem-solving

From the University of Utah press release: The process of melding individuals into effective, problem-solving groups should involve empowering individuals to realize they have important ideas to share. Dr. Bryan… Read more »