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A Nebraska economist is exploring how evictions affect children over the long term — research that could inform new policies aimed at tackling housing instability across the United States. » Full Article

Research from the University of Nebraska–Lincoln College of Business suggests that political uncertainty, often seen as a hindrance to economic stability, may actually have a silver lining. The study reveals that companies tend to increase investment in research and development (R&D) when political uncertainty is high, particularly during closely contested gubernatorial elections. » Full Article

As medical costs in the United States continue to climb, health care providers face mounting pressure to deliver high-quality care while managing expenses. A groundbreaking study by researchers at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln examines how group purchasing organizations (GPOs) can enhance supply chain efficiency and reduce patient care costs. » Full Article

A Nebraska study flips that script, demonstrating that when it comes to fighting obesity, companies can prosper as people choose healthier foods. Those findings hold whether it’s organic tortellini or fast-food fries made without trans fat. » Full Article

Esma Gel, the Cynthia Milligan Chair of Business at the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and professor of supply chain management and analytics, and a team of collaborators received a $3.5 million grant from the National Institutes of Health to help public health experts respond to the spread of infectious diseases. » Full Article

Research published by Andre Maciel in the Journal of Consumer Research found that backers of crowdfunding projects participate in part because of a sense of indirect success and the feeling they contributed to something bigger. » Full Article