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Researchers at Chongqing University in China have created an ultra-sensitive device capable of detecting volatile organic compounds in people's breath that may indicate the presence of cancer.
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In this introductory clip, Arianna Huffington discusses the importance of leading a well-balanced life. Huffington is the author of Thrive: The Third Metric to Redefining Success and Creating a Life of Well-Being, Wisdom, and Wonder. Her five-part masterclass, Learning How to Thrive, is available exclusively on Big Think+.
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Business executive Amanda Mesler draws upon her 26 years of leadership experience to explain what it takes to be a CEO: vision, execution, backbone, and a strong support system.
All you need are clear skies, a telescope, and a plan. Make it a great one. “For my confirmation, I didn’t get a watch and my first pair of long […]
Humor begets humor, and laughter results in more open teamwork and more creative ideas.
Be careful what you say around your smart TV. If it's equipped with a microphone, it could be recording and saving your private conversations.
There may be some connection between excessive shopping and hunger, and some researchers think it can extend beyond grocery stores to non-food items.
If you want to build a strong brand, you need to have loyal consumers. In order to get that, you'll need to create something meaningful for people to associate with your logo.
Just as a Roman household needed slaves, so companies need staff.
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Life coach Tara Sophia Mohr explains the process by which we can guide young women to realize their potential.
Author Michael Schrage argues that the most successful forms of innovation are ones that include investments made in the human-capital capabilities of a company's customer base. Henry Ford and his impact on driving culture is a good example.
Paris-based startup NewWind R&D has built a prototype of a wind turbine that emulates a tree. The design allows for even the lightest wind to be utilized.
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Author and innovation expert Michael Schrage explains that it's not enough to invest in the innovative qualities of your workforce; you have to invest in bettering your customers as well.
Data just released by the VoIP app Viber indicates that the Spanish exchanged more love-related stickers in 2014 than any other nationality.
Sleepless nights filled with anxiety about the day's events buzzing through our minds could be helped through a little mindful meditation every day.
Not all bad bosses are mean, says The Seattle Times' Lisa Quast. Most are simply not invested in their work. Employees who want to extract value from the relationship need to adopt strategies for communication.
For older adults, music or background noise may hinder their efforts to focus on putting names with faces, according to a recent study.
Life coach and author Tara Sophia Mohr shares her insight on the strategies necessary for helping girls reach their full leadership potential.
Our reliance on technology is hurting our memories — we load names, dates, and numbers into our smartphones that we cannot recall on our own. However, this offloading of information allows us to free up cognitive space to learn more.
As comets approach near the Sun, they develop tails. Watch it happen. “In the year 1456 … a Comet was seen passing Retrograde between the Earth and the sun… Hence I […]