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New research from Andrew Chen, Ronald G. Harper Professor at the University of Kansas School of Business, finds that humanlike voice qualities significantly increase perceived enjoyment of artificial intelligence-based voice assistants, which in turn reduces both perceived security risk and user intention to discontinue using the tool.
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Humanlike design of AI voice assistants helps users disregard security risks, study finds
New research from Andrew Chen, Ronald G. Harper Professor at the University of Kansas School of Business, finds that humanlike voice qualities significantly increase perceived enjoyment of artificial intelligence-based voice assistants, which in turn reduces both perceived security risk and user intention to discontinue using the tool.
Study finds Amazon rainforest now releases more carbon than it absorbs
A new study in Nature by an international team of researchers, including from the University of Kansas, shows the hotter, drier Amazon is a net source of global carbon emissions.
Researchers land grant to test effectiveness, sustainability of fitness program for individuals with disabilities
Researchers in the Life Span Institute at the University of Kansas will evaluate a community fitness program that has been adapted for individuals with mobility disabilities. The program will set up a randomized control trial to see if Functional Fitness is more effective at long-term use, improving mobility, strength and other factors.
KU Libraries name 2026 Shulenburger Award recipients, honor contributions to open scholarship
Michael Vitevitch and Emily Casey, two University of Kansas faculty members whose work expands access to scholarship through public engagement, open publishing and research resources, have been named recipients of the 2026 Shulenburger Award for Innovation and Advocacy in Scholarly Communication by KU Libraries.
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Michael Vitevitch and Emily Casey, two University of Kansas faculty members whose work expands access to scholarship through public engagement, open publishing and research resources, have been named recipients of the 2026 Shulenburger Award for Innovation and Advocacy in Scholarly Communication by KU Libraries.
Kansas Communities
Community members and law enforcement personnel filled Integrity Hall at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Center on Oct. 23 to watch 21 students graduate and become the newest members of the law enforcement community.
Economic Development
State lawmakers, experts and policymakers will convene at the University of Kansas for its 50th Kansas Economic Policy Conference. The 2026 event will address the “Future of the Kansas Economy,” with a talk by Kansas Gov. Laura Kelly.
Student experience and achievement
The 114th University of Kansas Homecoming, sponsored by Central Bank, concluded with a win against Baylor University on Oct. 24. Thirteen Jayhawks were honored with 2026 Homecoming Awards, shining a spotlight on the alumni, students and faculty who embody the very best of Jayhawk pride and tradition.
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Observances recognize veterans, active-duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, military-affiliated students and military families whose service and sacrifice have strengthened the university, the state of Kansas and the nation.
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KU Lawrence campus events to honor military service around Veterans Day
Observances recognize veterans, active-duty service members, National Guard and Reserve members, military-affiliated students and military families whose service and sacrifice have strengthened the university, the state of Kansas and the nation.
Spencer Lecture to feature ‘Dark Laboratory’ author Tao Leigh Goffe
The Commons at the University of Kansas will welcome author and interdisciplinary artist Tao Leigh Goffe to present the annual Kenneth Spencer Lecture. The event will take place at 7 p.m. Nov. 9 at Liberty Hall in downtown Lawrence.
Comparative law scholar to discuss corporate law, governance
Afra Afsharipour will present “Comparative Corporate Governance and the Pathology of Controlling Shareholder Power” at 3:45 p.m. Nov. 12 in 107 Green Hall. The public is invited to attend the free lecture and reception to follow. Registration is requested.
Humanlike design of AI voice assistants helps users disregard security risks, study finds
New research from Andrew Chen, Ronald G. Harper Professor at the University of Kansas School of Business, finds that humanlike voice qualities significantly increase perceived enjoyment of artificial intelligence-based voice assistants, which in turn reduces both perceived security risk and user intention to discontinue using the tool.
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