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August 3, 2012

The Low Cost of Capturing Carbon

A climate-friendly technology may be cheaper than we thought.

August 3, 2012

Who Wins with the Smart Grid?

Uncertain economics cloud the grid’s future.

July 2, 2012

Decisions, Decisions

Why humans can’t seem to make the “right” choices.

June 4, 2012

Rebooting Employer-Sponsored Healthcare

Would employees be happier with more health plan choices?

June 4, 2012

Will Doctors Work Less Under “Obamacare”?

The effect of lower reimbursements on the medical workforce.

June 4, 2012

How Poverty Damages Health

Anti-poverty programs boost recipients’ well-being.

May 3, 2012

Which Plane Lands Last?

The tricky science of weather delays and airport landing slots.

May 2, 2012

A Strategy for Peace

How world leaders should react to provocateurs.

March 5, 2012

Patients, Pricing, and Prescription Drugs

Maximizing social benefit from the Medicaid drug program.

February 2, 2012

Why Markets Tip to One Platform (or Not)

Uncovering the secrets of market tipping.

February 2, 2012

The Theory of Planning a Successful Economic Recovery

Understanding coordination games is key.

January 2, 2012

Solving a Pricey Riddle

How monetary policy influences the economy.

January 1, 2012

Just What the Market Ordered

How malpractice lawsuits punish negligent doctors.

December 1, 2011

Paying a Premium on Your Premium

Effects of consolidation in the health insurance industry.

December 1, 2011

Selling with Selective Disclosure

Why salespeople reveal some—but not all—unflattering information.

November 1, 2011

Should I Bring an Umbrella?

Rating forecasters is difficult, but not impossible.

October 1, 2011

Concrete Collusion

Economic data reveals little competition in Brazil’s cement industry.

October 1, 2011

When Memory Serves

Customers better remember low prices.

August 1, 2011

Performing Best When It Matters Most

Critical ability is a key to success.

August 1, 2011

Adding Friction to the Market

In employment, making hiring and firing easier is not always the way to go.

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