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Why the idea of an ‘ideal worker’ can be so harmful for people with mental health conditions

In the modern world of work, the “ideal worker” is a dominant yet dangerous concept that can dictate workplace norms and expectations. This archetype describes an employee who is boundlessly productive, constantly available and emotionally […]

Why futuristic, tech-centered ‘smart city’ projects are destined to fail

For residents of European cities—with their snarled traffic, drafty old buildings, creaking public services and gray winters—it’s easy to see the appeal of moving to a brand-new, high-tech metropolis.This article is brought to you by […]

Political division in the US surged from 2008 onward, study suggests

Divisions within the US population on social and political issues have increased by 64% since 1988, with almost all this coming after 2008, according to a study tracking polarization from the end of the Reagan […]

New framework maps seven pillars for judging research trustworthiness

A new paper proposes a systems-level framework for evaluating the trustworthiness of research findings across methods and approaches. The paper, titled “A Framework for Assessing the Trustworthiness of Research Findings,” is authored by a multidisciplinary […]

The rise and fall (and rise again) of gold prices: What’s going on?

In late January, the gold price reached an all-time peak of around US $5,500 (£4,025). January 30 saw one of the largest one-day falls in prices, which sank by nearly 10% after hitting a record […]

AI systems could identify math anxiety from student inputs and change feedback

Math anxiety is a significant challenge for students worldwide. While personalized support is widely recognized as the most effective way to address it, many teachers struggle to deliver this level of support at scale within […]

Research finds ‘cheap stock’ options common before IPOs, averaging fivefold gains

Before the opening bell ever rings on a company’s initial public offerings, some of the executives may already be sitting on a quiet windfall.This article is brought to you by Phys.Org.

Maps offer neighborhood-level insight into American migration

California’s most devastating wildfire—the 2018 Camp Fire, which killed 85 and destroyed nearly 19,000 structures—forced nearly half of all residents living within designated fire perimeters to relocate within a year.This article is brought to you […]

AI challenges established norms in higher education

Studies from the Department of Communication and Learning in Science show that AI tools such as ChatGPT are not merely being used as support in students’ studies. In fact, they may be reshaping how students […]

City council meetings amplify broader civic voices

City council public comment periods may focus on local issues, such as housing and public services. But new research from the University of Michigan shows they also serve as powerful forums for expressing broader societal […]