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Talking more abstractly helps startups raise funds
In a Q&A, Jonah Berger of the Wharton School discusses his new book, “Magic Words,” which examines the hidden science behind language and how to use it effectively to change minds, engage audiences, and drive action.
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Philly to purchase 91 community gardens to protect them from sheriff’s sale
A study by researchers from Penn and Columbia found that the restoration of blighted land resulted in a 58% reduction in people’s fear of going outside due to violence and a 76% increase in the use of outdoor spaces.
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Federal policy on homelessness becomes new target of the right
Dennis Culhane of the School of Social Policy & Practice says that the federal homelessness program Housing First is a successful policy and that undoing it would be a disaster.
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Climate change denial hit its stride in the Bush-Cheney era, precipitating today’s climate disaster
Michael Mann of the School of Arts & Sciences explains why the Republican Party’s official stance became the rejection of environmental science during the George W. Bush years.
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Walmart moves further into health care
Mark Pauly of the Wharton School has concerns about Walmart’s health care business model, stating that he doesn’t see much money in primary care.
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Workers are hiding their AI productivity hacks from bosses. A Wharton professor says companies should get them to share
Ethan Mollick of the Wharton School says that companies should convince employees to share how they’re using AI to increase their personal productivity rather than banning the tech and forcing them to hide it.
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As AI expands, consumers will still prefer some products made with a human touch
Research by Stefano Puntoni of the Wharton School and colleagues suggests that consumers prefer products and services that rely on human labor in many cases, as opposed to robots or AI.
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Penn unveils designs for $75 million performing arts center
Penn will begin construction next year on the Student Performing Arts Center, which will include a 300-seat theater with a fly tower and orchestra pit, a 125-seat theater for rehearsals and practices, five rehearsal studios, back-of-the-house support spaces, and a loading dock.
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A once-shuttered California mine is trying to transform the rare earth industry
Eric Schelter of the School of Arts & Sciences cautions that the economics of rare earth production are challenging and have worked against U.S. industry in the past.
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L.A. County opens its $1,000-a-month aid program to former foster youth. Here’s how to apply
The Center for Guaranteed Income Research at the School of Social Policy & Practice is collaborating on a guaranteed income pilot program in Los Angeles County.