Understanding Evolution to Enhance Design (01-15-14)
Lieberman reports on how the human body has evolved over the last few million years.
Lieberman reports on how the human body has evolved over the last few million years.
Campbell and Twenge report on the rise of narcissism.
Research has shown that smaller groups expend less effort to complete tasks than larger ones.
Knowledge at Wharton reports on Coonerty and Neuner’s new book, The Rise of the Naked Economy: How to Benefit from the Changing Workplace.
Researchers from the Netherlands and Sweden have confirmed that cultures develop languages that vary in their attention to various sorts of sensory stimuli.
Reading novels has been linked to modifications of our “remembered” sensory experiences.
At some offices, workers are greeted by a concierge that directs them to desired services.
Being in a greener, natural environment “makes people feel better in the long run.”
Research continues to support providing spaces where people can do knowledge work without interruption.
People often try to calm down before a stress-inducing event, such as a client presentation or appearing on television.