Ideas Made to Matter Research

MIT Sloan expert insights: 4 books from 2020

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From how recommendation engines work to how misinformation spreads on social media, here are four books from MIT Sloan that made some sense of 2020.

Nov 25, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Health Care

A COVID-19 playbook for nursing homes

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Download the MIT COVID-19 Policy Alliance’s new report for nursing facility leaders and policymakers.

Nov 2, 2020
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Press Behavioral Science

Does criticism help or hinder creativity in brainstorming?

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In cooperative environments, criticism is likely to have a positive impact on creative brainstorming, whereas in competitive environments, criticism can have a damaging effect on creativity.

Oct 27, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Entrepreneurship

In Boston, a lack of access for minority entrepreneurs

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From venture capital to city contracts, opportunity is limited for minority-owned enterprises in Boston.

Oct 26, 2020
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Press Behavioral Science

Stereotypes about astrological signs lead to discrimination in China

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Virgos are discriminated against in dating and job recruitment in China

Oct 1, 2020
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Press Diversity

Social justice leader Malia Lazu joins MIT Sloan to accelerate ecosystem inclusion in the innovation economy

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The former executive vice president and regional president at Berkshire Bank joins Associate Deans Fiona Murray and Ray Reagans in creating a series of community conversations.

Sep 18, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Health Care

COVID-19 cases are 12 times higher than reported

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New research reveals the true scope of COVID-19’s global spread. But don’t bank on herd immunity.

Jul 2, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Human Resources

How a simple calculator and job portal are fighting COVID-19

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A group of MIT Sloan faculty and students are using analytics to help senior homes stock up on protective gear and fill health care support roles.

Jun 8, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Organizational Culture

Redesigning the link between worker well-being and company goals

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A dual-agenda work redesign requires managers to step back from how they’ve managed in the past and give employees more control over their work.

May 28, 2020
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Ideas Made to Matter Research

Summer forecast for COVID-19: Some relief, but not enough

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Research finds temperatures above 77 degrees Fahrenheit impede transmission of COVID-19, but not enough to quell the epidemic without other measures.

May 26, 2020
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