Scientocracy

Why psychological science is relevant to policy debates--and what policies might look like if they were better aligned with human nature.

by Peter Ubel

Peter Ubel is a physician and behavioral scientist at the University of Michigan, and author of Free-Market Madness: Why Human Nature Is at Odds with Economics -- and Why It Matters. See full bio

February 6, 2009

Salvaging Detroit by Rebranding Bankruptcy

Just a couple months ago, the nation watched as congress decided not to bailout American automakers, unconvinced that the three companies had sound plans for how to use such funds. Read More

January 26, 2009

Scientocracy: Policy making that reflects human nature

The key to good policymaking is to understand human nature.

Want to increase how much money people save? You better know what they will do if you change the tax code. Want to reduce the threat of terrorism?

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