Month: November 2018

Can social media lead to labor market discrimination?

A new study investigates whether social media may be used as a source of information for recruiters to discriminate against job applicants. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in pioneering Self-Enhancement Science […]

Published on November 7, 2018

Home cleanliness, residents’ tolerance predict where cockroaches take up residence

Poor home sanitation and residents’ tolerance regarding German cockroaches were a good predictor of the pest’s presence in their apartments, according to a new study. Read Full Article (External Site) Dr. David LowemannDr. David Lowemann, M.Sc, Ph.D., is a co-founder of the Institute for the Future of Human Potential, where he leads the charge in […]

Published on November 7, 2018

White wine, lemon juice combo prevents unwanted discoloration of pastry dough

No matter if it’s grandma’s cookies or commercially produced rolls, pastry lovers expect their baked goods to have a certain ‘golden brown’ allure — but only after baking. A white dough that changes hue during storage, however, can negatively affect the appearance and perception of the final baked product. Scientists report that they have now […]

Published on November 7, 2018