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New books from Wharton faculty

The latest installments of The Wharton School’s faculty research podcast, “Ripple Effect,” showcases recent books on leadership, customer service, immigration, and the power of data.

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How direct cash assistance aids cancer patients from low-income households

A new study by Penn’s School of Social Policy & Practice examines the potential of a joint program between Bradley Cooper’s One Family Foundation and the Independence Blue Cross Foundation Institute for Health Equity on health care and economic insecurity.

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‘Ripple Effect’ explores the world of real estate

The latest installments of The Wharton School’s faculty research podcast, ‘Ripple Effect,’ delves into the economics and market fluctuations of the real estate world and housing market.

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Wharton experts on financial literacy

The April episodes of the Wharton School’s faculty research podcast, “Ripple Effect,” mark National Financial Literacy Awareness month, where experts discuss current financial initiatives for innovation, lower-income spending behavior, and how AI may help in financial literacy challenges.

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Who, What, Why: Ara Patvakanian

The fourth-year mathematical economics and political science double-major describes how our understanding of economic and political phenomena can have far-reaching consequences and highlights the importance of embracing different intellectual perspectives.

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Aerial view of Paterson, New Jersey.

How guaranteed income affected a New Jersey city

Research from Penn’s School of Social Policy & Practice finds a guaranteed income program in Paterson offers both financial relief for many participants and is a blueprint for future policy initiatives.

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