Prestigious German honor recognizes internationally leading scholars for their lifetime achievements
Conferred by the Alexander von Humboldt Foundation, Professor Naik's award is among Germany’s most distinguished academic honors. Established in 1972, it is granted to no more than 100 researchers worldwide each year across all fields, and Naik is the first GSM professor so honored.
Top scholars shared research on fintech, personal finance, bonds and T-bills, innovation and patents
At Beringer Vineyards, Professor Ayako Yasuda welcomed global scholars to the UC Davis–FMA Napa Finance Conference, where six standout papers sparked rigorous discussion, collaboration and fresh insight across finance.
Thought leaders accelerate ideas into solutions at 26th annual conference
An exclusive, invitation-only event for qualitative researchers in management, the academic summit featured thought leaders from around the globe accelerating solutions to complex questions at the intersection of work, markets and society.
New UC Davis research shows technologies like AI are reshaping relationships
Marketing is ultimately about creating value, which requires managing relationships across customers, channel partners, agencies, and platforms. Yet behind every successful interorganizational relationship lies something less visible but far more powerful: incentives.
UC Davis analysis uncovers how states are already shaping AI’s future
President Donald Trump’s proposed national AI framework aims to freeze state-level regulation, but new research by Professor Hemant Bhargava shows that effort is already too late.
How equity markets penalize firms for high levels of methane vs. carbon dioxide
Distinguished Professor Emeritus Paul Griffin recently earned the Best Paper award at the International Symposium on Carbon Accounting, Reporting and Sustainability 2025 hosted by Western Sydney University Business School.
State leaders deploy AI-powered tools with greater responsibility and equity.
CDT’s AI Community hosted Distinguished Professor Hemant Bhargava, who told state workers that despite AI's power, it still makes mistakes. “Using AI well requires oversight and, because oversight is expensive, we have to apply it strategically."
Watch the "We Are GSM" video series
Meet the UC Davis Graduate School of Management faculty who are redefining how we understand work, decision-making and organizational behavior—and discover how their research shapes real-world impact. Watch "We Are GSM"
Bridging machine learning and management science to improve health care outcomes
From Labs to Lives: Assistant Professor Sebastian Calonico's federal funded research focuses on dementia prevention, using large-scale patient dataset to reveal how treatments such as statins and blood pressure control can improve public health and policy decisions.
Professor David Bunch noted that EV sales had stayed around 25% of new cars in 2023-2024, then hit a record 29% in the third quarter this year. Without the rebate deadline, he said, EV sales likely would have declined slightly for the first time.
Distinguished Professor Hemant Bhargava and USC Professor D. Daniel Sokol argue that the policy "will hurt U.S. growth and innovation, at a time when the global arms race for AI creates a vital need for the sharpest human talent and innovators."
Professor Greta Hsu: "Effectiveness of test-optional policies depends on university priorities."
Greta Hsu, professor and associate dean of undergraduate programs, co-led research showing test-optional admissions can boost diversity, but gains fade when universities face enrollment or financial pressures and prioritize test scores.
Distinguished Emeritus Professor Paul Griffin writes that the case for mandatory disclosure of extreme weather events in New Zealand may not be strong if markets already price in such risks, and a voluntary framework might suffice for many firms.
Assistant Professor Mike Palazzolo and co-authors find household spending drops
Fatal school shootings don’t just devastate communities emotionally—they also harm their economies. People eat out less, avoid public spaces and generally spend less money after a tragedy strikes a local school.
Professor Rachel Chen: "Platforms turn productivity shifts into economic opportunity."
Digital platforms do more than host content—they shape competition. A new study in Marketing Science, co-authored by Professor Rachel Chen, shows how platform strategy drives innovation and value.
Adjunct Professor Matthew Zaragoza-Watkins sees a shift toward renewables
“If somebody wants to build the cheapest, most reliable electricity generating unit right now, it's probably going to be a combination of wind, solar, and natural gas,” says Adjunct Professor Matthew Zaragoza-Watkins, an energy economics expert.
Professor Stephen Garcia: "Competition is often just a matter of perception."
In this podcast, Professor Stephen Garcia breaks down the psychology of competition—how perception, fear, group size, and even rankings shape our motivation, performance and mindset.
Senior researchers give emerging scholars valuable feedback at conference
Assistant Professor Xinlei Li explores the cutting-edge research insights from emerging scholars on SEC regulation, financial reporting, private lending, auditor behavior and more.
UC Davis’ Hemant Bhargava offers solutions to rising drug prices
New research from Distinguished Professor Hemant Bhargava finds female doctors pick lower-cost drugs more often—and offers four ways to cut costs: transparency, decision tools, targeting expensive drugs, and smart prescribing.
25th annual conference includes presentations on entrepreneurism, diversity and occupational challenges
Now considered the premier event of the year for qualitative researchers in management, the academic summit featured presentations from thought leaders from around the globe.