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This Master’s in AI Program Is a Cross-University Collaboration. Here’s How Students Will Learn.

Elke Rundensteiner, the William Smith Dean's Professor of Computer Science and founding head of the WPI data science program, spoke with BestColleges about the university's new master's degree in artificial intelligence. 

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AFP (Agence France-Presse)
Wendy's wants to test the experience of dynamic pricing

Wendy’s will test dynamic pricing, meaning products may cost more at times of peak demand and less in off-hours. Purvi Shah, associate professor of marketing in The Business School, analyzes the risk and potential reward for the company in this article from Agence France-Presse in Le Parisien 

Ad Age
Why Gen Alpha is so brand-obsessed and how marketers can reach these savvy young consumers

Associate professor of marketing Purvi Shah provided analysis for this article in Ad Age which explores the role of brand-awareness in generating excitement for products such as Stanley's tumblers. Shah notes how limited-edition products and brand consciousness among the youngest consumers are helping drive demand for certain brands.

 

AFP (Agence France-Presse)
From Furby to Grimace, brands cash in with nostalgic reboots

Agence France-Presse interviewed Purvi Shah, professor at The Business School, about the phenomenon behind the recent resurgence of items such as Barbie, Furbies, and Grimace. Shah has done extensive research in this area, even coining the term "nostalgic brand love", which is a main driver behind the newfound popularity. The original article was published in French and widely circulated to English media outlets such as MSN and Barron's.

Spectrum News 1
'X' rebrand could start new era for social media platform, expert says

Purvi Shah, associate professor at the Business School and an expert on brand deletion, talked with Spectrum News 1 about the possible strategies underlying social media giant Twitter's transition to X. 

Food Navigator USA
Blast from the past: Nostalgia drives food and beverage brands back to the present (and future)

Food Navigator USA, a publication that focuses on news and analysis on food and beverage development and technology, posted an article about Business School professor Purvi Shah’s research on nostalgic brand love.