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Baker Briefing: How Public Policy Can Boost Brain Health

Modern-day stresses affect our mental health — but how are they impacting our brain chemistry? An emerging area of research argues that, if unaddressed, deteriorating brain health could diminish economic productivity, social cohesion, and overall happiness. This episode digs into the idea of “brain capital”: a framework that addresses intersections between brain health and other areas of public policy.
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Driving Progress: Health and Economic Effects of Arterial Thoroughfare Design

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Baker Briefing: The High Costs of US Health Care

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The Benefits and Risks of Monitoring Airport Wastewater

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Destigmatizing Mental Health and Cultivating Resilience

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