An expert argues that the “strands” of structure used in mathematics education have significantly weakened…
Month: October 2013
Women leave their handprints on the cave wall
Plaster handprints from kindergarten, handprint turkeys, handprints outside Grauman’s Chinese Theater in Hollywood — are…
What makes telenovelas so popular?
A particular type of consumer enjoys stories with plots, characters, and imagery that allow them…
Researchers discover new approach to improve personalized cancer treatments
Researchers have successfully shown that a new method for targeting mutated cells could create a…
The African green revolution at the tipping point
In some areas of Africa, farmers, scientists and policymakers are beginning to win the war…
Device speeds concentration step in food-pathogen detection
Researchers have developed a system that concentrates foodborne salmonella and other pathogens faster than conventional…
Renewable fuel standard needs to be modified, not repealed, experts say
Scientists say that the U.S. Renewable Fuel Standard should be slightly modified, not repealed.
How do consumers see a product when they hear music?
Shoppers are more likely to buy a product from a different location when a pleasant…
Why do discounts backfire when you make consumers wait?
Consumers like to reap the benefits of discounts immediately (not later). Consumers enjoy discounted products…
VIP loyalty programs: Consumers prefer awards they can share
Consumers appreciate being able to share their perks with others, and will sacrifice exclusivity to…