Physics
A Particle That Outruns Light in Water: Cherenkov Radiation
Cherenkov radiation is the cone of light given off when a charged particle moves through a material such as water or glass faster than light travels in that material. Learn how it
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Design
Design That Shows You What to Do: Affordance
Affordance is the relationship in which an object’s physical and perceptual characteristics suggest what actions a user can take. This article covers its origins, perceived afforda
Tourism studies
A Journey That Peeks Behind the Stage: Staged Authenticity
Staged authenticity is the idea that tourist destinations present a version of local life arranged to look genuine to visitors. This article covers the basic concept, the six stage
Economics
Market Equilibrium and Price Changes: The Core Principles of Supply and Demand
The basic concepts of supply and demand, how market equilibrium and the equilibrium price form, how price changes affect quantity demanded and supplied, what shifts the demand and
Physics
Water Droplets Floating on Vapor: The Leidenfrost Effect
Why does a drop of water skate across a very hot pan and last longer than on a merely warm one? This article explains the Leidenfrost effect, from the vapor cushion that lifts the
Business administration
Lead Change and Innovation through Business Management
Efficient business management is essential for a company to grow continuously and succeed. Responding quickly to changes in the internal and external environment, allocating resour
Business administration
Why Delegated Work Goes Astray: The Principal-Agent Problem
The principal-agent problem is the conflict that arises when the interests of the person who hands over a job and the person who takes it on diverge. We look at why it happens, how
Journalism & communication
The News Production Process and Understanding the Role of Gatekeepers
In modern society, news is deeply embedded in our daily lives and is an important medium that provides information about various events and issues. However, news goes through a com
Physics
A Thunderclap from a Clear Sky: The Sonic Boom
A sonic boom is the loud sound made when the shock waves created by an object moving faster than sound reach the ground. This article explains how sonic booms form, the small sonic
Film & media
The Art of Film Lighting: Essential Techniques and Strategies
In cinematography, lighting is one of the core elements, playing an important role in determining the quality and atmosphere of the imagery. Lighting can convey emotions and storie
Economics
Winning but Losing: The Winner’s Curse
The winner’s curse is when the person who most overestimates an item’s uncertain value wins the auction and overpays. This piece covers its origin in Capen, Clapp and Campbell’s 19
Economics
The Force That Moves the Economy: The Effects of Monetary Policy and Case Studies
Monetary policy is one of the key tools central banks use to promote economic stability and growth. This material examines in depth the basic concepts and historical background of