Fall 2017 Research Newsletter

Message from Sulin Ba, Associate Dean of Research

Hello to friends and colleagues across the country and around the world! The beginning of a new academic year is filled with energy and excitement, both for our students and our faculty. This year that momentum is augmented by a team of new faculty members who bring both extensive research accomplishments and a love of teaching to UConn.

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Uncovering Hatred

OPIM Professor Ugochukwu “Ugo” Etudo has created software that may pinpoint ISIS and other hate-groups’ radicalization sites. Read More→

Portrait of Kelly Herd.

The Power of Empathy

Marketing Professor Kelly Herd shows that empathy can change the way in which you think. Read More→

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A Winning Football Pool Strategy

OPIM Professor David Bergman loves football, predictions, and data analytics, so it is little surprise that he would use his knowledge to plan an NFL survival-pool strategy. Read More→

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If You Slash the Price, They Will Come!

Marketing Professor Joseph Pancras identifies the best sale items to lure customers away from other grocery stores. Read More→