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Two Dimensions of Value: Dopamine Neurons Represent Reward but Not Aversiveness
The experiments reported
here show that dopamine
neurons are sensitive to the
value of reward but not
punishment (like the
... > full story
Make It Yourself With a 3-D Printer and Save Big Time
A new study shows that
families can save hundreds
if not thousands of dollars
by making their own
household items with a 3-D
printer. ... > full story
Cinderellas Reign in Final Four Ratings
Research shows that
Cinderella teams boost Final
Four ratings by 35 percent -
3 million more homes in a
semifinal and 4.5 million in
a title game. ... > full story
Cost of Arctic Methane Release Could Be 'Size of Global Economy', Experts Warn
Researchers have warned of
an "economic time-bomb" in
the Arctic, following a
ground-breaking analysis of
the likely cost of methane
... > full story
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Feeling Left out Can Lead to Risky Financial Decisions
August 1, 2013 — People who feel isolated are more inclined to make risker financial decisions for bigger payoffs, according to new ... > full story -
Why Shopaholics Overspend? Poor Credit Management, Buying to Boost Mood, Study Says
August 1, 2013 — Why do shopping addicts keep spending even in the face of harmful financial, emotional and social consequences? A new study suggests poor credit management and a belief that new purchases will create ... > full story -
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Bacteria Hold the Clues to Trade-Offs in Financial Investments and Evolution
August 1, 2013 — Scientists have found that bacteria have the potential to teach valuable investment lessons. The research takes advantage of the fact that bacteria, like humans, have limited resources and are ... > full story -
Taxing Sugary Beverages Not a Clear Cut Strategy to Reduce Obesity
July 30, 2013 — Taxing sugary beverages may help reduce calories from these beverages in the United States, according to a joint study by researchersTaxing sugary beverages may help reduce calories from these ... > full story -
Decision Aids Reduce Men's Conflict About PSA Screening, but Don't Change Their Decisions
July 29, 2013 — Men who decide to be screened for prostate cancer and those who forgo PSA screening stick with their decisions after receiving materials explaining the risks and benefits of the test. The decision ... > full story -
Sharing the Wealth With Loyal Workers
July 29, 2013 — Workers who are loyal to their employers tend to be paid more, according to the first broad-scale study of worker loyalty and ... > full story -
Are You Hiring the Wrong Person?
July 29, 2013 — A new study finds employment managers tend to ignore the context of past ... > full story -
Is Facebook Actually Making Communication About Products and Brands More Interesting?
July 26, 2013 — Communication channels such as Facebook may be leading consumers to discuss more interesting products, according to a new ... > full story -
Legendary Brands: Why Are Consumers Still Fascinated by the Titanic?
July 26, 2013 — Brands do not necessarily need to present a clear, well-defined image in order to appeal to consumers, according to a new study. Consider the case of the ... > full story -
Buying a Used Car? Be Sure to Flatter the Seller
July 26, 2013 — Consumers set high prices when selling their possessions because they feel threatened, according to a new ... > full story
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