Social Justice Can Book Awards Poison Reader Reviews? Top accolades may actually produce more negative online ratings. Paul Bisceglio
Social Justice Can Sports Teams Really Have Momentum? Not in collegiate hockey, at least. Ryan Jacobs
Social Justice Is Women’s Underwear a Form of Cultural Capital? A researcher offers some lofty theories about some pretty basic observations. Ryan Jacobs
Social Justice How Many Cigarettes Make You a Smoker? A surprising number of people smoke often but still don't consider themselves smokers, according to a new study. Paul Bisceglio
Environment What Makes a Product ‘Cool’? Researchers argue that it can't just be slick and original, it also needs subcultural appeal. Ryan Jacobs
Social Justice Do Sexy Cyclists Have the Best Endurance? A new study finds a correlation between good looks and achievement at the Tour de France. Paul Bisceglio
Economics Are Bloody Slasher Movies Good for Product Placement? New research suggests handing the axe-murderer a Coca-Cola. Ryan Jacobs
Social Justice Are Ugly Faces More Memorable? Sure, but you're also more likely to think you remember a beauty you don't even know. Ryan Jacobs
Social Justice Can Social Clout Change How Much Something Weighs? The powerless may carry even heavier loads than we thought. Ryan Jacobs
Social Justice Is Watching ‘Gone With the Wind’ Just as Good as Real Marriage Therapy? A recent study reveals that watching relationship-themed movies and discussing them with your partner can be just as effective as visiting a marriage counselor. Ryan Jacobs