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Employee engagement is an ongoing struggle for many organizations. Numerous studies from employee research organizations have tied the engagement of employees to higher profits, efficiency, retention, and other benefits. However, […]
The ingredients for life are everywhere, but so far the only life we know of comes from Earth. Here’s how that might change. Ever since human beings first turned our eyes […]
The scientists have traced the signals to just 180 million years after the Big Bang, making the detection the earliest evidence of hydrogen yet observed.
“The greatest change-agent profession… is the legal profession.” But should these change agents side with big corporations?
Innovation is often thought of as the result of rare genius. To create a new solution to an old problem that is both more efficient and practical than older methods […]
Although seemingly obvious, every organization wants to have top-performing teams that can work as efficiently and effectively as humanly possible. Having a workforce of strong performers who are highly motivated […]
Never underestimate the power of having a strong set of goals for your business. Business goals are more than just figures on an earnings chart displayed in boardroom meetings—they’re also […]
But is this really a problem for the theory? Or is it physics to the rescue? Dark matter is one of the most powerful, yet one of the most controversial, ideas […]
A Clinton Global Initiative event at Northeastern University highlights the work of its alums.
With the new year fast approaching, people often start brainstorming some personal goals to improve themselves and their lives. However, these “New Year’s Resolutions” aren’t exclusive to individuals. Organizations can […]
Artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and augmented reality are already a big part of the travel industry.
With 2017 entering its final quarter, many organizations are rushing to prepare for the new year. Getting a solid plan in place for the upcoming year can make an enormous […]
There’s no denying that technology has had an enormous impact on business communication—as well as almost every other aspect of business. The ability to instantly communicate with almost anyone from […]
Strong performance has an enormous impact on an organization’s viability — it boils down to a team of highly effective, dedicated workers who can complete tasks quickly and efficiently.
Imagine looking at one saturated pixel for years on end, and somehow learning what worlds live around it. That’s what science is for! When you think of what’s out there in […]
A survey of Americans’ views on legalization as AG Sessions restarts nationwide prosecutions.
You are going to die. So am I. These are facts.
CERN’s LHC has just found evidence of the odder on quasiparticle after a 44-year search.
Many organizations look for ways to improve their employee learning and development programs in the new year. One solution with proven results is self-directed learning.Self-directed learning, or SDL, is a process […]
From gun control to fun control, these were Big Think’s most excellent comments of the week. Be excellent to each other!
The thick sheets of ice at these eight sites could provide the reservoir of water necessary for human expeditions to Mars.
The Nonhuman Rights Project turns to philosophy to persuade courts to honor chimpanzees’ rights.
Can scientists agree on a code of ethics? The World Economic Forum Young Scientists community just proposed a Code of Ethics, which was a topic of discussion at the recent World Economic Forum’s meeting in Davos, Switzerland.
Many businesses could benefit from applying the principles of design thinking to their work. However, too many businesses focus on the wrong things when they use design thinking, which can […]
All the answers may lie at the center of a “regular” black hole.
Stephen Hawking’s final paper is all about the multiverse, quantum relativity, string theory, relativity and more.
A string of terror attacks across the globe have shaken the world’s most powerful nations to their core. As a result of these tragic events, and the fear-mongering from politicians […]
And thanks to a new technique and set of observations, we think we know exactly where to find them. At the center of practically every galaxy is a supermassive black hole, […]
Amazon has opened a new store in Seattle, one that may represent the future of what the retail giant is calling ‘Just Walk Out’ shopping.