26-May-2026 How online networks help small sellers go global Zhejiang University Digital platforms have changed what it means for a small business to enter the global market. Journal Journal of Digital Management
18-May-2026 Small financial changes can have big impact on stress, study finds Texas A&M University New research is shedding light on the factors surrounding financial stress, showing that even small changes in income or expenses can significantly affect how stressed people feel, both at home and at work. Journal Journal of Business and Psychology
14-May-2026 Advanced manufacturing enables PM-HIP of large, critical parts DOE/Oak Ridge National Laboratory Scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed a method that uses additive manufacturing, or 3D printing, to fabricate custom canisters for powder metallurgical hot isostatic pressing, streamlining production of large-scale metal components used in aerospace, energy and medical applications. Journal Powder Technology
13-May-2026 Scientists estimate sunlight in 18th and 19th century Tokyo using historical diaries Research Organization of Information and Systems Sunlight, or solar radiation, is a critical factor in determining local weather, crop productivity, and climate. Before current instruments were available to accurately and automatically determine solar radiation at a given location, daily weather diaries were kept in Japan by aristocrats and farmers alike. A research team leveraged a digitized daily weather diary to estimate the solar radiation in Tokyo between 1720 and 1912, and validated the data against estimation from observed sunshine duration since 1896. The analysis detected two periods of low sunlight that coincided with two famines in Tokyo’s history. Journal Climatic Change Funder Japan Society for the Promotion of Science, Research Organization of Information and Systems
13-May-2026 A child’s environment may shape how their brain solves problems Association for Psychological Science The findings may have implications for the classroom, as well as for broader efforts to reduce socioeconomic disparities in children’s academic outcomes. Journal Perspectives on Psychological Science
13-May-2026 Why global businesses are becoming quietly entwined with the military University of Surrey Big corporations are not just influenced by governments anymore – they are being increasingly influenced by the military, according to a new study from the University of Surrey. Journal Journal of World Business
4-May-2026 How the timing of corporate donations shapes consumer trust Indiana University Consumers prefer periodic corporate donations over one‑time gifts, research finds. Even when totals are equal, consistent giving signals authentic motivation and leads to more favorable views of the company. Journal Journal of Marketing Research
1-May-2026 Abandoned oil and gas wells could help cut emissions, but policy support is needed, new study finds University of Manchester Researchers at The University of Manchester have found that repurposing abandoned oil and gas wells for geothermal electricity could substantially reduce environmental and health impacts compared with conventional energy sources. While the approach is not yet cost-competitive at scale, the study suggests targeted policy support and larger projects could help transform legacy fossil fuel infrastructure into a valuable source of low-carbon energy. Journal Applied Thermal Engineering
30-Apr-2026 Study: Immigrants help address the US eldercare shortage Massachusetts Institute of Technology A study of U.S. metro areas shows changes in immigration levels can affect how much nursing care the elderly receive. When there is more immigration, registered nurses and other aides work more hours at nursing homes, without displacing already-employed caregivers, and patient outcomes improve. Journal American Journal of Health Economics
