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Four INFORMS Members Elected to the Prestigious National Academy of Engineering

Four INFORMS Members Elected to the Prestigious National Academy of Engineering

News Release, March 3, 2025

BALTIMORE, MD, March 3, 2025 – INFORMS proudly celebrates the election of four distinguished members to the National Academy of Engineering (NAE), one of the highest professional honors in the field. This year’s honorees – Moshe Ben-Akiva (MIT), Alice Smith (Auburn University), Venkat Venkatasubramanian (Columbia University) and Yuehwern Yih (Purdue University) – join an elite group of global innovators recognized for their pioneering research and transformative contributions to engineering and society.

New Study Reveals Unlimited Mobile Data Plans Expand Access to Education Data, With Low-Income and Rural Households Benefiting Most

New Study Reveals Unlimited Mobile Data Plans Expand Access to Education Data, With Low-Income and Rural Households Benefiting Most

News Release, March 1, 2025

BALTIMORE, MD, February 27, 2025 – A new study published in the INFORMS journal Management Science reveals that unlimited mobile data plans may be a key solution to reducing digital inequality. The research shows that low-income and rural households benefit the most when data caps are removed – particularly in their ability to access educational content.

New Research Shows How Inclusive Workplaces Can Empower Black Employees to Thrive

New Research Shows How Inclusive Workplaces Can Empower Black Employees to Thrive

News Release, February 19, 2025

BALTIMORE, MD, February 19, 2025 – A groundbreaking study in the INFORMS journal Organization Science has revealed how workplaces can better support Black employees, ensuring they feel empowered to express their true selves. Conducted by a team of researchers from leading universities, the study highlights the transformative power of inclusive environments where authenticity and mutual understanding are valued.

New Study Challenges Effectiveness of Midyear Tests in Schools Amidst National Shift Away from Standardized Assessments

New Study Challenges Effectiveness of Midyear Tests in Schools Amidst National Shift Away from Standardized Assessments

News Release, February 13, 2025

BALTIMORE, MD, February 13, 2025 – As the national conversation around standardized testing intensifies, new research published in the INFORMS journal Management Science raises critical questions about the effectiveness of midyear “interim” assessments in K-12 education. The study highlights significant limitations, particularly in low-performing schools, and suggests that these tests may inadvertently hinder efforts to improve student outcomes.

New Study Uncovers Hidden Gender Bias in Workplace Leadership Programs

New Study Uncovers Hidden Gender Bias in Workplace Leadership Programs

News Release, February 12, 2025

BALTIMORE, MD, February 12, 2025 – Passion is often touted as a hallmark of leadership potential, but a new study published in the INFORMS journal Organization Science reveals that it does not benefit everyone equally. Gender stereotypes, the study shows, skew perceptions of passion in ways that disadvantage women while rewarding men.

New Study Shows Immigrant Talent Drives Success – On and Off the Soccer Field

New Study Shows Immigrant Talent Drives Success – On and Off the Soccer Field

News Release, February 4, 2025

BALTIMORE, MD, February 04, 2025 – New research published in the INFORMS journal Management Science demonstrates how immigrant talent drives success, both on the soccer field and beyond. The study reveals that European soccer teams with higher numbers of foreign-born players consistently perform better, winning more games and scoring more goals. But the impact of immigrant players goes deeper than individual talent. By introducing new playing styles and enhancing team coordination, immigrant players expand the strategic possibilities available to teams, ultimately improving their overall performance.

Can You Really Have It All? New Study Reveals How to Succeed at Work Without Sacrificing Your Free Time

Can You Really Have It All? New Study Reveals How to Succeed at Work Without Sacrificing Your Free Time

News Release, January 28, 2025

BALTIMORE, MD, January 28, 2025 – Could your favorite hobbies help you get ahead at work? New research published in the INFORMS journal Organization Science explores “leisure-work synergizing,” a novel strategy for integrating professional development into leisure activities. The findings suggest that this approach can help employees thrive in their careers while enjoying their personal lives – but only if used in moderation.

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