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When pharma mergers lead to lower drug prices

Wednesday, January 8, 2025
A new study from the Tippie College of Business finds that many drug prices actually drop after pharmaceutical company mergers, challenging the belief that mergers are the primary cause of rising drug prices in the United States.
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Tippie faculty recognized as among top scientific researchers in their field

Thursday, January 2, 2025
A number of Tippie faculty were recognized in a recent study published by Stanford University as among the top 100,000 most impactful scientific researchers in their fields.
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How to use GPAs when hiring new employees

Wednesday, November 20, 2024
A new study from the Tippie College of Business shows that, in general, the better people perform in school, the better they tend to perform at work.
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When private equity buys public firms to help them grow

Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Private equity firms are often likely to target publicly traded firms that more aggressively manage their earnings to meet analysts’ quarterly expectations because it's easier to add value by investing in them afterward.
Bill Swift

From Mason City to the motor city

Wednesday, November 13, 2024
Bill Swift (BBA65) lives for the blue oval.
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When the boss doesn't want to hear about your stress

Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Employees who struggle with stress on the job will often get help from mental health and stress management resources provided by their employers. But a new study from the Tippie College of Business finds that when stress causes an employee to become disengaged from their work and their performance suffers, managers are less likely to provide the resources that might help.
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Wiese wins Hickerson Recognition Award

Monday, November 11, 2024
Jim Wiese was a 2024 University of Iowa Distinguished Alumni award winner.
Tiffani Shaw

Inspiring investors, leaders, and dreamers

Monday, November 11, 2024
Tiffani Shaw (BBA92) discusses mentorship, leadership, and other career goals.
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Leading the way

Friday, November 8, 2024
Jennifer and Chad Greenway are doing good up north.
Michelle Gall

Professional navigator

Friday, November 8, 2024
Michelle Gall (BBA11) guides the global privacy and responsible AI practices at Booking Holdings.