Posts tagged with 'Science'
June 12, 2017
Who feels the pain of science research budget cuts?
By Bruce A. Weinberg (Ohio State University and IZA) Science funding is intended to support the production of new knowledge […]
August 5, 2016
Women’s chances in STEM fields better than often thought
One of the most common explanations why women are underrepresented in many areas of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) […]
September 19, 2014
Ethnically diverse co-authors produce better research papers
Thinking about a new research paper? You may want to start searching for co-authors of different ethnicity. Statistically, this will […]
December 9, 2013
Broadband internet makes low-skilled workers more dispensable
Does adoption of broadband internet in firms enhance labor productivity and increase wages? And is this technological change more beneficial […]
May 24, 2013
Will There Be Blood? – Economic incentives increase blood donations without negative consequences
Institutions such as the World Health Organization and national blood agencies have for 40 years promoted policy guidelines that oppose […]