May 27, 2022
When supermarkets multiplied the number of shoppers' choices, they wound up with a product explosion and a paradox.
January 4, 2022
Thinking of Alaska's development or conservation tradeoff, we can just imagine fat bears and 180 foot trees.
December 15, 2021
Sometimes compared to hurricanes, victory celebrations and blackouts, the pandemic birth rate also responded to a catastrophe.
December 14, 2021
Knowing that it is possible minimize the impact of weather and climate disasters, researchers are trying to figure out the best way.
November 7, 2021
Ranging from Amtrak train schedules to our health, changing to Standard Time and then back to Daylight Saving create a slew of consequences.
October 13, 2021
When we use poor punctuation, a misplaced comma or a missing apostrophe can create a costly mistaken message.
October 3, 2021
Ranging from price to design, San Francisco and New York City have very different goals when it comes to designing a new garbage can.
September 22, 2021
Seeing Otis, Holly, and 747 compete during Alaska's Fat Bear Week reminds us of the impact of wilderness and development tradeoffs.
August 8, 2021
The eviction moratoriums that affect renters and landlords require tradeoffs from millions of individuals and businesses.
June 3, 2021
When we feel protected, safety regulations can encourage the risky behavior and unintended consequences that they are trying to prevent.