A surprising “bamboo ceiling” in the classroom
In the US, Asians are often viewed as the “model minority” as a result of their outstanding academic achievements. This common assumption is challenged in new research by Jackson Lu.
In the US, Asians are often viewed as the “model minority” as a result of their outstanding academic achievements. This common assumption is challenged in new research by Jackson Lu.
A new research paper by Prof. David Rand, and colleagues found that Ukrainians who engaged in more analytic thinking were less likely to believe pro-Kremlin disinformation.
Fellowship applications open on May 3, 2021 for entrepreneurs working and living in Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, Rwanda, Senegal, and Uganda.
What’s the best way, in a remote environment, to combat feelings of isolation? And how can you strike a balance of home and remote work that makes you truly happy and fulfilled?
Simple interventions to reduce the spread of misinformation can shift peoples’ attention toward accuracy.
Why, despite the well-documented dangers of COVID-19, do there continue to be those who refuse to wear masks?
The recent U.S. presidential elections have led to debates about the effectiveness of pollsters and the Electoral College. Prof. Arnold Barnett will explore this topic and share his recommendations.
When consuming less local news, voters are more likely to vote consistently for just one party—essentially using national news to inform local voting decisions, according to research from MIT Sloan.
“There is a growing body of work on the potential gains from following algorithmic recommendations, but this is the first paper to highlight the role of algorithm design on the hiring process.”
The MIT LGO program announced today that NextEra Energy. Inc. (NYSE: NEE) has become the newest member of its industry partnerships.