PZ News

From research and global collaborations to scholarship and innovation, this is your official source for the latest updates from Project Zero. 

Please direct media and general inquiries to Kristin Livingston, Director of Communications and Strategy.

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Building a sustainable company culture through the magic of awe

MAGICademy
Jan. 17, 2025

Megan Powell Cuzzolino joins the MAGICademy podcast to talk about the role of awe in learning and development, and how emotional experiences can enhance workplace life in different fields. 

 

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Small wonders: The brilliant, unique world of child wonders

CBS News
Jan. 5, 2025

Ellen Winner, a leading researcher of child prodigies, sits down with CBS Sunday Morning to discuss the laser focus (aka, a “rage to master”) of these gifted children.

 

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A journalist retraces humanity’s journey out of Africa—on foot

The Economist
Dec. 19, 2024

The Economist tries “slow journalism” with Paul Salopek, whose journey has been followed by over 70,000 students in 30 countries, users of The Open Canopy curriculum and social sharing platform.

 

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Students from around the world slow down to connect, share stories online

Usable Knowledge
Dec. 11, 2024

The Open Canopy has long-supported meaningful intercultural exchange and worldwide educational partnerships, leaning into its mission in polarized times.

 

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Is my child gifted? Expert advice on signs, tests, and next steps

Better Magazine
Dec. 6, 2024

Ellen Winner shares her expertise in the field of gifted children, providing advice for parents.

 

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Students are feeling burned out. Here's how you can help

Usable Knowledge
Nov. 26, 2024

The Center for Digital Thriving’s report on student burnout identifies pressures and ways to help limit their negative impact on teens.

 

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Essential Howard Gardner

HGSE News
Nov. 22, 2024

Two new books tell the story of the renowned psychologist's intellectual life. Gardner is a founding member of Project Zero.

 

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Unpacking grind culture in American teens: pressure, burnout, and the role of social media

Common Sense Media
Oct. 11, 2024

A report written in partnership with The Center for Digital Thriving and the Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at Indiana University asks teens about the pressures they face.

 

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Teens feeling more pressure

The Today Show
Oct. 10, 2024

Emily Weinstein, co-writer of "Unpacking Grind Culture in American Teens: Pressure, Burnout, and the Roles of Social Media," joins The Today Show to discuss the everyday pressures young people face.

 

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Harvard’s Daniel Wilson: ‘We should rethink homework. It’s hard to learn without real-life relevance’

El Pais
Jul. 28, 2024

Daniel Wilson is collaborating with Spain’s Universidad Camilo José Cela on a program that seeks to encourage curiosity, a sense of belonging, and fun through student interactions with surroundings.