Science appears healthy on paper, but at what cost? Although the volume of published research doubles every 9 years1 retraction…
Trying to get people to agree? Skip the French restaurant and go out for Chinese food
When people in a business negotiation share not just a meal but a plate, they collaborate better and reach deals…
Disruption of circadian rhythm as risk factor for diseases
Scientists report a time-keeping mechanism in liver cells that helps sustain key organ tasks can contribute to diseases when its…
Are you stressed? Your eyes may provide a window into your mental workload
With nearly breakneck speed, the demands of work productivity in today’s society seem to have increased tenfold. Enter multitasking as…
What social stress in monkeys can tell us about human health
A new study examines one key stress-inducing circumstance — the effects of social hierarchy — and how cells respond to…
Guidelines for the therapeutic use of melatonin
Professors discuss the general criteria to be considered when prescribing the pineal hormone as a health supplement. The guidelines will…
Stop sterilizing your dust
A new study has found that an antimicrobial chemical called triclosan is abundant in dust — and linked to changes…
How Do You Recover After Millions Have Watched You Overdose?
Amid an opioid crisis, police and strangers with cameras are posting raw images of drug users passed out. For those…
How Do You Recover After Millions Have Watched You Overdose?
Amid an opioid crisis, police and strangers with cameras are posting raw images of drug users passed out. For those…
Employee incentives can lead to unethical behavior in the workplace
Findings suggest that setting compensation goals can increase dishonesty when managers are also paid a bonus for hitting certain targets.