Tag: Katherine McAuliffe

  • Nation & World

    Fighting unfairness

    A new study by Harvard scientists suggests that, from a young age, children are biased in favor of their own social groups when they intervene in what they believe are unfair situations. But as they get older, they can learn to become more impartial.

    5 minutes
  • Nation & World

    Just rewards

    A Harvard University study built around an innovative economic game indicates that, at least for our younger selves, the desire for equity often trumps the urge to maximize rewards.

    5 minutes