BALTIMORE, MD, May 8, 2024 – Because public health experts have determined that menthol-flavored cigarettes pose higher health risks to smokers than non-menthol varieties, policymakers for years have considered banning menthol. Most of the measures taken to date have been at the state level, but new research suggests that this approach has backfired. The better alternative, researchers suggest, is a higher tax on menthol cigarettes, or a national ban at the federal level.
Imagine standing at the edge of the ocean, the horizon stretching forever. Ahead of you lies adventure and treasure yet to be found. This is the Class of 2024. They face a rapidly changing job market that can feel as moody as the ocean.
As the United States seeks control of chip supply chains, China’s leverage grows due to demand for its raw materials.
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CATONSVILLE, MD, September 8, 2017 - Can responding to online reviews improve a business’ online reputation? According to a forthcoming study in the INFORMS journal Marketing Science, a leading academic marketing journal, management responses can not only lead to higher ratings for businesses, but also more informative reviews.
A recent study published in the INFORMS journal Marketing Science shows that the effectiveness of ad content is directly impacted by the weather: on sunny days, consumers respond to positive tone ads, while on rainy days the opposite is true.
Hurricane Harvey severely affected residents and businesses in Houston and other areas of southeast Texas. As meetings return to the region, many are using their time there to give back to the local community. INFORMS, which will hold its annual meeting in Houston next month, is also in the process of developing a coordinated effort to helps its members and attendees make a positive impact in the community during their time there.
A new German study finds that groups of people are more likely than individuals to engage in dishonest behavior, especially when money is involved. The findings are published in the INFORMS journal Management Science.
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