Discovery at Carlson Summer 2021

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Motion blurred picture of the crowd in Tokyo Japan.

Wisdom of the Crowd? It’s Complicated

Researchers in the Carlson School’s Information & Decision Sciences department are looking into aspects of social media to crowdfunding: where they form, how they work, and what impact they have on our lives.

Introduction Letter

A note from Professor Alok Gupta

In this issue

Wisdom of the Crowd? It’s Complicated

Using Research as a Force for Good

Faculty Rack Up Honors, Awards This Year

The ceiling of the pantheon in Rome, Italy.

How and Why Religion Influences the Gender Wage Gap

Luxury Products Change Behavior, And Not In A Good Way

Compensation History and Hiring: What’s the Connection?

Keeping Rural Health Clinics in Developing Countries from Running Out

During Financial Crises, Cash Payments Can (and Do) Help

The Risks and Rewards of Negative Peer Disclosures

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