Research
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Pace, Don’t Push: Living with Long Covid
For people with energy-limiting conditions such as Long Covid, overexertion can lead to days of
exhaustion. MindfulPacer, a smartwatch app developed at the Department of Informatics UZH, helps users manage their energy through biometric reminders and self-reflection.Text: André Meyer
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Too Much Proximity May Affect Team Well-Being
How can people continue to function as a team when they live together in isolation for months on end? A new study by the universities of Zurich and Bern shows that loneliness isn’t the only challenge posed by extreme environments. Constant physical proximity can also amplify conflict, mistrust and social withdrawal.
Text: Prof. Dr. Jan Schmutz
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“We need a culture for addressing AI errors”
As the National Research Program Digital Transformation (NRP 77) comes to a close, a new wave of digital change, driven by artificial intelligence, is already underway and needs to be addressed, says Abraham Bernstein, professor of informatics and former chair of the NRP 77 steering committee.
Interview: Brigitte Blöchlinger / Translation: Barbara Simpson
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Negotiations are essential
Whether it’s heated discussions at the dinner table, power politics on the world stage, or Switzerland’s efforts to foster international relations—negotiations are essential.
Article by Dr. Nora Meier
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Why We Often Approach Conflicts in the Wrong Way
Constructive conflict resolution is not a matter of talent, but of understanding and practice.
Article by Prof. Dr. Jan Schmutz
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Powering AI: How Do Data Centers Affect Renewable Energy Investment?
Initiative in Sustainable Finance: Research Highlight by Prof. Zacharias Sautner and Co-Authors
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Crash insurance for stock portfolios: What put options can really do
How can you protect your portfolio from stock market crashes? Lukas Kots' thesis for the MAS in Finance shows which option strategies work - and what they cost.
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Beyond Carbon Pricing: Integrating Mitigation, Adaptation, and Carbon Removal
Initiative in Sustainable Finance: Research Highlight by Markus Leippold and Felix Matthys
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How AI Learns From Us and From Each Other
AI is getting smarter, but can it learn to cooperate? Prof. Giorgia Ramponi and her team are studying how machines can collaborate safely and effectively with people and with each other. Text: Giorgia Ramponi
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When Insurers Reshape Carbon Risk
Can insurers accelerate the shift to net-zero? A new study by Prof. Zacharias Sautner shows they can – by limiting insurance coverage for carbon-intensive projects. Text: Cornelia Kegele
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Your LinkedIn Skills Say More About Inequality Than You Think
A recent paper by Prof. David Dorn shows that LinkedIn skills reveal more about earnings and gender gaps than educational qualifications or professional experience. Text: David Dorn
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Minimum Wages Nudge Firms to Train Workers
Contrary to long-held assumptions, new research by Prof. Katarina Zigova shows that minimum wages in Switzerland can actually encourage firms to invest more in employee training. Text: Katarina Zigova
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The appeal of real estate economics
Hardly any other market is as much in the social spotlight as the real estate market. Significant interests are at stake, and strict regulations are leading to scarcity and high prices. Five perspectives on the current situation with possible solutions. Text: Fredy Hasenmaile
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Who Pays for Heat in Housing Markets?
When energy prices soared following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, heating bills became a major strain for millions. A study by Prof. Francisco Amaral and his colleagues reveals who really shoulders the burden – tenants or landlords – and how rising costs deepen housing inequality. Text: Francisco Amaral
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Trump, tariffs and the ‘bully game’ – A game theory analysis of negotiation strategies
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Executive Experience China 2025: A Transformative Journey Through Innovation and Leadership
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From top-level sport to management: how athletes can get ahead in the business world with further training
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"You & AI: A Guide to Understanding How Artifical Intelligence is Shaping our Lives"
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Why does the University of Zurich teach and conduct research on the topic of sport?
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