Dating platform algorithms skew toward popularity
A study finds that algorithms used by online dating platforms recommend more popular, attractive users over less popular, less attractive users.
Dating platform algorithms skew toward popularity
A study finds that algorithms used by online dating platforms recommend more popular, attractive users over less popular, less attractive users.
Analysis finds bias in shell casings as forensic evidence
“Firearms experts are failing to report evidence that’s favorable to the defense, and it has to be addressed and corrected.”
Employers judge mental health posts on social media
Mental health disclosures on platforms like LinkedIn can affect the way potential employers view you, a study finds.
Myths about ‘talent’ disadvantage women in science
“The problem is precisely this myth that science is best done in such a way that parallels the way most male students are.”
Explaining inequality to kids can cut bias
Focus on structural origins of inequality can diminish biased views of others’ economic status among children, a study shows.
There’s racial bias in lower-level NFL coach hiring and promoting
“These data analyses show where biases are hiding, and once we know that, we can think about interventions…”
There’s racial bias in lower-level NFL coach hiring and promoting
“These data analyses show where biases are hiding, and once we know that, we can think about interventions…”
6-step plan aims to boost faculty diversity
A team of scientists offers a roadmap for increasing diversity among biomedical engineering faculty.
Interracial relationships aren’t an antidote to racism
Interracial romantic relationships and friendships are commonly assumed to counter racism. Research doesn’t back that up.