When Employment Algorithms Conflict With the ADA
Employers now have access to a wide range of computer-based tools to help with hiring, tracking employee performance, setting pay and promotions, and defining workplace policies. These tools are often used to save time, improve efficiency, increase fairness, or reduce bias. However, they may unintentionally create barriers for job applicants and employees with disabilities. When that happens, employers could be at risk of violating federal Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws that protect individuals with disabilities.
Cell Phone Safety Debate: A Special Investigation for Students
Things ended badly between George Carlo and Tom Wheeler. The last time they met in person, Wheeler had Carlo removed by security. At the time, Wheeler was leading the Cellular Telecommunications and Internet Association (CTIA) and acted as the wireless industry's top representative in Washington. Carlo was the scientist Wheeler had chosen to calm a growing public-relations issue that threatened to derail the young wireless industry. This was back in 1993 when only six out of every 100 adults in the U.S. had a cell phone. Still, industry leaders were confident about the massive growth that lay ahead.
DSM-5 FAQs: Diagnosis, Research, and Clinical Use
The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) is a key resource used by healthcare professionals in the U.S. and many other countries to diagnose mental health conditions.
Net Zero+: Climate and Economic Resilience in a Changing World
The OECD’s Horizontal Project on Climate and Economic Resilience leverages its multidisciplinary expertise to help governments drive the transformational changes needed to address climate change. Through Net Zero+, the initiative provides comprehensive analysis and insights to support a rapid, resilient, and sustainable transition to net-zero emissions while strengthening resilience to climate-related risks.
Women in the Tech Industry: Gaining Ground, but Facing New Headwinds
As the world moves past the pandemic, technology companies are urged to reaffirm their commitment to gender diversity. According to Deloitte Global, major tech firms are expected to reach 33% female representation in their workforces by 2022 – an increase of just over two percentage points since 2019. While the share of women in technical roles is also expected to rise, it still trails overall female representation by about eight percentage points.
The Pomodoro® Technique
Over two million people worldwide have embraced the Pomodoro® Technique, transforming their productivity, focus, and efficiency. Have you ever felt overwhelmed by endless tasks, distractions, and stress, unsure where to begin? Francesco Cirillo faced this exact challenge as a university student. Searching for a better concentration, he devised a simple yet revolutionary method – the Pomodoro® Technique.
Rosa Parks Museum
The Rosa Parks Museum serves as a living memorial to the life of civil rights icon Rosa Parks and the pivotal lessons of the Montgomery Bus Boycott. This event brought racial integration to public transportation and drew international attention to the civil rights movement. Located in downtown Montgomery, Alabama, on the very site of Rosa Parks’ arrest, it stands as the nation’s only museum dedicated specifically to her legacy. The museum’s mission is to honor the boycott’s significance by promoting scholarly discussions, encouraging civic engagement, and fostering positive social change.
Respiratory Illnesses as a Public Health Research Topic
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has detected a new SARS-CoV-2 variant, BA.2.86. Ongoing monitoring and research are being conducted to assess its potential public health impact.
Boomers, Gen X, Gen Y, and Gen Z: What Sets Them Apart
The distinctions between generational groups often lead to confusion, mainly when terms like Generation X, Y, and Z are used interchangeably without clear definitions. Questions about how old each generation is or whether they are different arise frequently. In many cases, what appears to be generational differences is simply a matter of life stage. As one generation’s economic influence declines, another’s increases. Millennials, for example, are expected to earn nearly half of all income in the United States by 2025, making it crucial for businesses and marketers to understand their values and behaviors.
Rev up Your Workout with Interval Training for Students
Looking to spice up your workout routine or burn more calories without spending extra time at the gym? Aerobic interval training, or high-intensity interval training (HIIT), is what you need. Once used primarily by elite athletes, interval training has become a popular and effective option for exercisers at all levels.