The book provides insights into how cross-border logistics and trade change under the United States- México -Canada Agreement (USMCA). "In an era of rapid change, understanding the nuances of U.S.-México trade is crucial for academics, businesses, and policymakers. My book provides a comprehensive analysis of the current state and prospects of cross-border commerce," Dr. Covarrubias said. It includes the development of Port Laredo, the effects of blockchain and artificial intelligence on logistics, regionalization, and nearshoring, and other issues like the "digital wall.” The interdependence of infrastructure, technology, and human capital in cross-border trade is an anchor. "Our research highlights the need for investment in these areas to build a more resilient and prosperous bilateral partnership," Dr. Covarrubias observed. Released in September, Covarrubias's book was ranked #1 in New Releases for Exports & Imports Economics and in Management Information Systems, and #10 in the Transportation Industry categories by bookseller Amazon. PROFESSOR HARUNA EDITS NEW BOOK ON CLIMATE GOVERNANCE, COMPARATIVE PERSPECTIVES Longtime TAMIU Professor of Public Administration Dr. Peter Haruna is the lead editor among five editors in a newly published book focused on climate governance in the Global South. Climate Governance in International and Comparative Perspective: Issues and Experiences in Africa, Latin America, and the Caribbean, (Information Age Publishing) draws from scholarly literature to explore the TAMIU FACULTY MEMBER PUBLISHES RESEARCH ON BEARDS A study by a TAMIU faculty member focuses on the hairy truth behind beards. Dr. Ray Garza, assistant professor of Psychology at TAMIU’s College of Arts and Sciences, co-authored research “Perceptions of Beardedness for Attractiveness, Masculinity, Fighting Ability, and Partner Quality: A Cross-Cultural Examination Among Hispanic and Iranian Women” focused on how beards are perceived. Garza’s interest in studying facial hair was motivated by wanting to understand the attributes women desire in their potential partners. “I am interested in the underlying mechanisms of beard displays from a biological and evolutionary point of view rather than why men decide to grow out their beards,” said Garza. Research findings indicated that Hispanic women “demonstrated a stronger preference for bearded men,” – but preferred beards found in men with either light or moderate beards. Faces with light beards were frequently chosen as most attractive, reliable as a partner, and suitable as a father. Moderate beards were perceived as the most masculine and likely to win a fight. He noted that these findings will add greater depth to the field of evolutionary psychology. Read more at go.tamiu.edu/garza-beards TAMIU’S DR. COVARRUBIAS SHARES INSIGHT ON U.S.-MÉXICO TRADE IN NEW BOOK Dr. Daniel Covarrubias, director of TAMIU’s Texas Center for Border Economic and Enterprise Development, discussed his latest book, "Navigating the New Era of U.S.-México Trade," at the International Congress on Logistics and Supply Chain 2024 in Mexico City. UNIVERSITY FACULTY AND RESEARCH Dr. Ray Garza Dr. Daniel Covarrubias Dr. Peter Haruna 16
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