Ideas Made to Matter Research

9 new researchers join MIT Sloan faculty

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The new faculty joining MIT Sloan in 2022 are experts in finance, system dynamics, technological innovation, and more.

Jul 6, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter Economics

The imbalance of PhDs’ socioeconomic backgrounds

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Economics PhDs are more likely to have highly educated parents and come from a more socioeconomically advantaged background — and that’s a problem.

Jun 14, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter Behavioral Science

‘Impostor thoughts’ may have an upside in the workplace

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New research from MIT Sloan refutes the long-held belief that there is nothing good about thinking one is overestimated by colleagues.

Apr 25, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter Diversity

To curb mental health discrimination, shift beliefs

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In a new study, people pay to avoid working with colleagues who show symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Apr 11, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter Research

2 from MIT Sloan named to 2022 Thinkers50 Radar List

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The annual list includes researchers studying the benefits of imposter syndrome and how to harness expertise from employees.

Feb 3, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter Finance

Want better forecasts? Start with better management

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New NBER research shows that savvy management can help companies better predict the future — and better position themselves for profitability.

Feb 2, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter Research

How to fight pro-Russia disinformation in Ukraine

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Ukrainians with stronger analytical reasoning skills were better at identifying pro-Russia propaganda, according to a new study.

Feb 1, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter Artificial Intelligence

Why ‘the future of AI is the future of work’

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In a new book about how technology will affect workers, MIT experts explain how AI is far from replacing humans — but still changing occupations.

Jan 31, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter Artificial Intelligence

Machine learning developers should talk to end users

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Machine learning tools only work if people use and trust them. To achieve this, developers and end users should have a back-and-forth conversation.

Jan 26, 2022
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Ideas Made to Matter Social Media

Digital literacy doesn't stop spread of misinformation

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According to new research, digital literacy is an important factor in identifying misinformation — but it doesn’t stop people from spreading it.

Jan 5, 2022
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