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Research Insights: How Do Confirmation Frames Reduce Misinformation in Fact-Checking?
Get PDFConfirmation frames lead to higher engagement rates than refutation frames across four countries. Confirmation frames are also associated with reduced negative emotions and affective polarization, which is vital for policy interventions targeting health misinformation and harmful speech. By reducing negative emotions and fostering positive ones, confirmation frames could contribute to a more constructive and less polarized online environment
Tech Report: GIS
Get PDFGIS applications are extensive, spanning project management, agriculture, urban planning, and emergency response. In project monitoring, GIS enables effective resource prediction and allocation. In agriculture, it aids in resource planning, while in urban planning, it enhances infrastructure maintenance and service management. Moreover, GIS plays a crucial role in emergency response, optimizing information and resource distribution. Additionally, it contributes significantly to environmental conservation and search and rescue missions, enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of these endeavors. The synergy between GIS and emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), drones, the Internet of Things (IoT) and Augmented Reality (AR) expands the horizons of geospatial data analysis and visualization. This integration promises innovative solutions to complex challenges, improving urban planning, resource management, and emergency response, to name a few
Enabling Factors for the Accumulation of Technological Capabilities in Innovative Firms: A Micro-Macro Approach in Latin America
Get PDFEnhancing the technological capability accumulation process (TCAP) in firms is essential for Latin America\u27s economic development. Yet, the dynamics between firms\u27 characteristics and contextual factors that can help improve TCAP remain underexplored in the region. This study assesses the effects on TCAP of firm-level factors and national innovation systems (NISs)the network of institutions, policies, and relationships governing innovation within a country. Using data from the harmonized Latin American Innovation Surveys Database (LAIS) and a dataset to measure capabilities at the country level, we undertake a multilevel analysis for 20062016 to estimate the effects of NISs and firms structural characteristics on TCAP. Our results reveal that firm size, R&D capabilities, qualified personnel, and macro factors like national R&D investment and scientific output significantly drive TCAP. Conversely, factors such as corruption perception emerge as significant obstacles. These findings underline the complex interplay between innovation policies and firm capabilities, offering nuanced insights for policymakers to foster innovation in Latin America
wX Insights 2024: The Rise of Women STEMpreneurs in Latin America and the Caribbean: Reducing the Gap in Access to Capital. Infographics
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Avança Saúde SP: Digital Transformation of Health in the City of São Paulo
Get PDFAn analysis of the digital transformation of care networks in the public health system of the largest and most populous city in the Americas, the result of a partnership between the Municipal Health Department of São Paulo and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB). The case study will investigate how digital tools can redesign health care networks, highlighting the impact results in terms of care, diagnosis, administrative and clinical practices for professionals in the sector, health services management and citizens. Topics include: 1) the integration of proprietary health systems in the city of São Paulo; 2) the launch of E-Saúde SP, a platform for integrating clinical data and telemedicine with the patients clinical history; 3) the implementation of televisits through online or at health center kiosks; 4) automated risk certification in emergency rooms; 5) the ongoing process of automating contracts with third parties (social organizations) in the health sector; 6) investments to automate health center management systems planning, monitoring and control of medicines and hospital supplies; 7) and the expansion and reorganization of in-person access to health care networks, with investments in infrastructure
Guide to Support the Design and Implementation of Measures to Prevent and Address Discrimination Based on Gender and Sexual Orientation
Get PDFThis guide is part of the inputs intended to support the full implementation of the new Environmental and Social Policy Framework (MPAS) of the Inter-American Development Bank, particularly the Gender Equity Environmental and Social Performance Standard (NDAS 9). This is an input for the incorporation of a broad and plural perspective of gender equality, that is, one that includes sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression. The recommendations and practices outlined here are useful resources to take into account in two fundamental instances: 1) in the risk analysis of potential disproportionate negative impacts that may arise as a result of the operations of projects financed by the Bank for LGBTQ people; and 2) in the design of prevention, mitigation, and compensation measures that may be required
Promoting Technology Adoption in Schools: Preliminary Evidence from Peru
No full textThis paper investigates the effectiveness of different interventions to promote teacher adoption and sustained use of a Computer-Assisted Learning (CAL) platform in public schools in Lima, Peru. The study evaluates three strategies: schoolwide workshops, targeted workshops for selected teachers, and a combination of workshops and personalized coaching. Using a large-scale randomized controlled trial involving low-performing schools, we find that all strategies significantly increased teacher registration and initial student engagement with the platform. Teachers who participated in workshops exhibited more than double the registration rates compared to the control group, and those who received both workshops and coaching demonstrated higher sustained use, as evidenced by a greater share of students connecting regularly and completing exercises. Spillover effects were important. Non-treated teachers in treated schools use the platform significantly more than control teachers. However, platform use declined markedly one year post-intervention, highlighting the necessity for continuous support
Digital Transformation of Solid Waste Management: Waste Collection Innovation, Business Intelligence, and Digital Technologies to Transition Waste Management Towards Circularity in Latin America and the Caribbean
Get PDFIf you are interested in technology and innovation, and have been wondering what are the new trends in technological and digital innovation in the solid waste sector in Latin America and the Caribbean, this publication is for you! The transition to the circular economy, climate action, the fourth industrial revolution bring new challenges to operators in the sector. Key challenges highlighted include the need for robust data and the digitization of waste management systems to meet the objectives of the circular economy. The text details the efforts of organizations such as the IDB to develop data generation and analysis tools through digital innovations. It also explores the role of smart waste technologies (SWT), such as Artificial Intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT) and data analytics, in transforming integrated solid waste management (ISWM), improving operational efficiency and supporting sustainable practices. The publication delves into various technological tools used in ISMS, including business intelligence (BI), enterprise resource planning (ERP) and fleet management software. Case studies from countries such as Argentina, Colombia and Ecuador illustrate the successful application of these tools, highlighting their benefits in improving decision making, operational efficiency and overall service quality. The text concludes with recommendations for implementing smart waste technologies in the LAC region to foster digital transformation and support a circular economy model effectively
The Role of Independent Regulatory Agencies in Water Access: Evidence from Latin America and the Caribbean
Get PDFThis empirical study investigates the impact of independent regulatory agencies on access to safely managed water in the region during 2000-2022. Utilizing a dynamic panel estimator with bootstrap-based bias correction, we find a positive effect of these agencies. Notably, their impact increases over the first 21 years until reaching a peak. Additionally, our analysis reveals that countries governed by left-wing parties over extended periods experience lower access rates. However, no evidence of political interference in the agencies impact on water access is found
Guide to promote gender equality in Latin American and Caribbean companies
Get PDFThis guide aims to provide direction to the business sector in designing and implementing measures that promote equal opportunities for men and women in the workplace. It is intended for organizations of all sizes and sectors interested in building more equitable and inclusive work environments. It offers evidence, resources, and practical tools to facilitate the adoption of specific policies. Additionally, it provides clear roadmaps for addressing key dimensions such as female leadership, pay equity, co-responsibility in caregiving, and inclusive value chains, with flexible recommendations adaptable to the unique contexts and needs of each company. The guide also includes regional and international case studies showcasing how various organizations have implemented these strategies and the results achieved