
Mind the revenue gap
Rochester political scientists have found that the large disparity in state revenue collection between Western and non-Western states didn鈥檛 happen until the 20th century鈥攎uch later than commonly thought.

Study of headlines shows media bias is growing
A team from the Department of Computer Science used machine learning to analyze publications across the political spectrum.

SNAP work requirements: Did research lead to the homeless exemption?
Economist Elena Prager and coauthors have documented the disproportionate, negative effect of SNAP work requirements on homeless recipients.

Stanley Engerman, at the forefront of modern economic history, remembered
In a Rochester career spanning more than 50 years, the economist developed an international reputation for his work on the economic impact of institutions, most notably through his study of slavery.

A colonial history: Jamestown, Plymouth and, yes, Bermuda
In a new book, Rochester historian Michael Jarvis argues that Bermuda belongs at the center, not the periphery, of the American colonial story.

A year at war: what鈥檚 next for Ukraine?
Political scientists Randall Stone and Hein Goemans discuss military developments, the efficacy of sanctions, and how to contain鈥攁nd end鈥攖he war in Ukraine.

US state spending historically biased against immigrant, nonwhite communities
Scholars show a 鈥渄irect link鈥 from the 1920s to the early 1960s between the race, class, and immigration status of constituents and their district鈥檚 share of state funds.

Looking for a match made in heaven鈥攐r online? Science says stay grounded
Rochester鈥檚 Harry Reis, a leading social psychologist, discusses how to find and foster love鈥攊ncluding ways to get the most out of online dating.

Alumnus Brian Daboll named NFL Coach of the Year
Brian Daboll 鈥97 was selected the National Football League鈥檚 Coach of the Year by the Associated Press after leading the New York Giants to the playoffs in his first season.聽

Reducing the temptation to cheat in relationships
Adopting your partner鈥檚 perspective may reduce your temptation to cheat, according to research by Gurit Birnbaum at Reichman University in Israel and Rochester鈥檚 Harry Reis.