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Hands-on field learning key to retention, success of underrepresented biology studentsCredit: Mickie Tang The challenge of diversifying STEM fields may get a boost from the results of a new study that show field courses help build…

As governments around the globe move to prop up their ailing economies, a first-of-its-kind investigation could provide important input to employment policyCredit: QUT As unemployment rates skyrocket around the world in response to the…

Credit: Lancaster University Butchers and deli workers become desensitised to handling meat within the first two years of handling it as part of their job say psychologists. The study led by Dr Jared Piazza of Lancaster…

Over 80% of people surveyed in a study do not plan to conceive during the COVID-19 crisis, perhaps putting to rest suggestions that the lockdown could lead to rise in birth numbers. Looking at parenthood desires during the ongoing…

NYU Marron Institute report looks at risks as COVID-19 roils markets The volatility of the financial markets amid the COVID-19 pandemic has significant implications for taxpayer-supported pension systems nationally. The Marron Institute…

Gwenith Fisher, PhD has been named a Fellow of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP). Dr. Fisher was granted Fellow status by the SIOP Executive Board at its most recent meeting. The profession of…

Mahima Saxena, PhD has been honored with the Humanitarian Award from the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP). The annual award is given in recognition of a SIOP member who has made sustained, significant, and…

Separation anxiety in dogs should be seen as a symptom of underlying frustrations rather than a diagnosis, and understanding these root causes could be key to effective treatment, new research by animal behaviour specialists suggests.…

Suzanne S. Masterson, PhD has been named a Fellow of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP). Dr. Masterson was granted Fellow status by the SIOP Executive Board at its most recent meeting. The profession of…

Sharon Glazer, PhD has been named a Fellow of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP). Dr. Glazer was granted Fellow status by the SIOP Executive Board at its most recent meeting. The profession of industrial…

Edie Goldberg, PhD has been named a Fellow of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP). Dr. Goldberg was granted Fellow status by the SIOP Executive Board at its most recent meeting. The profession of…

Alexander Alonso, PhD has been named a Fellow of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP). Dr. Alonso was granted Fellow status by the SIOP Executive Board at its most recent meeting. The profession of…

Joseph Allen, PhD has been named a Fellow of the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP). Dr. Allen was granted Fellow status by the SIOP Executive Board at its most recent meeting. The profession of industrial and…

John C. Scott, PhD has been honored with the Distinguished Professional Contributions Award from the Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology (SIOP). The award is given in recognition of a lifetime of outstanding…

Research team uses nearby wall reflections to improve devices like Amazon's AlexaCredit: Romit Roy Chowdhury Smart speakers - think, an Amazon Alexa or a Google Home - offer a wide variety of capabilities to help free up both our time and…

Credit: QUT An observational study of academic working hours has identified large differences in how researchers around the world manage their work-life balance. QUT's Professor Adrian Barnett led the research which examined more…

Social media unlocks key to matching individuals to their perfect jobCredit: Associate Professor Peggy Kern Thousands of Australian students will get their Higher School Certificates this week - how many will choose the 'right career'?…

SHRM, SIOP, and their foundations to award organizations that are improving Human Resource management practicesCredit: The Society for Industrial and Organizational Psychology Bowling Green, Ohio November 22, 2019 -- The Society…

Results of horseback surveys of ice patches in northern Mongolia provide the first archaeological insights from the region, revealing fragile organic artifacts previously buried in iceCredit: Julia Clark Mongolia hosts one…

CATONSVILLE, MD, November 12, 2019 - A company with a gender-diverse board of directors is interpreted as revealing a preference for diversity and a weaker commitment to shareholder value, according to new research in the INFORMS…