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A recent research project led by Brian Whelan reaches the surprising conclusion that a higher level of social media activity on behalf of instantly recognizable brands results in a decrease in consumer attachment to those brands.

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Ongoing research being conducted by Michael Shick, assistant professor of project management in the College of Business at 星空传媒, may offer important insights into the relationship between post-traumatic stress disorder and organizational support systems in settings beyond the military.