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"Think outside the box" may be a cliché, but too often we turn any issues over and over in our minds without finding an innovative solution for them. That's because we tend to do all problem solving ...

The leading approach to the simplex method, a widely used technique for balancing complex logistical constraints, can’t get ...

Imagine that your focused mind is like your right hand, and your unfocused mind is like your left. You'll get more done by using both. And it lightens cognitive load. Using only focused effort is like ...

Since becoming the CEO of Collaboratory roughly one year ago, I’ve had the honor of meeting with so many people and organizations passionate about creating a thriving future for Southwest Florida.

Researchers developed a machine-learning-guided technique to solve complex, long-horizon planning problems more efficiently than some traditional approaches, while arriving at an optimal solution that ...

Courts are getting creative, seeking the help of nonprofits and other non-governmental funding to help provide services to ...

Polynomial equations are a cornerstone of modern science, providing a mathematical basis for celestial mechanics, computer graphics, market growth predictions and much more. But although most high ...

The Fast Company Impact Council is an invitation-only membership community of top leaders and experts who pay dues for access to peer learning, thought leadership, and more. Imagine sitting in a café ...