Rice public health expert says uptick in US measles cases arising due to multiple factors April 11, 2025
Amid an uptick in measles cases in the U.S., Rice University public health expert Kirstin Matthews is available to discuss r…
3349 Results
The Energy Forum | Center for Energy Studies | Program on Energy and Geopolitics in Eurasia | Energy, Minerals, and Materials | Podcast
The Future of Critical Minerals and Materials Featuring Michelle Michot Foss, Gabriel Collins, and Vinod Veedu, assistant vice president of Rice University’s Office of…
April 10, 2025 
Trump’s Mass Deportation Policy and the US Labor Market
Will President Trump’s mass deportation policy improve the U.S. economy and deliver greater job prospects for U.S.-born…
April 10, 2025 
The Truth About … the Misinformation Fueling the Measles Outbreak
Measles, declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000, is now resurging rapidly in some parts of the country. Dr. Peter Hotez, a…
April 8, 2025 
A Safer, More Walkable Houston Starts Here
Research suggests that narrower lanes and wider sidewalks can slow traffic and reduce pedestrian injuries, particularly in…
April 4, 2025 
How Habitability Shapes Climate-Related Migration and Displacement
As climate change impacts living conditions, understanding habitability is essential for analyzing migration decisions. In…
April 3, 2025 
The Challenges and Opportunities of Medical Plastic Waste Management
Medical plastic waste is a growing environmental and public health concern, yet only a small percentage is recycled. Rachel…
April 3, 2025 
How Risky Is Gain-of-Function Research, Really?
On the latest episode of “Baker Briefing,” Kirstin R.W. Matthews, Alicia L. Johnson, and Yousif Shamoo discuss the risks…
April 1, 2025 
Houston’s Audit Underscores Ongoing Financial Challenges
Houston’s latest audit emphasizes that without structural reforms, financial instability could affect essential services. In…
March 27, 2025 Houstonʼs audit shows ongoing financial challenges, Baker Institute experts say March 27, 2025
A recent audit of Houston’s finances reveals ongoing challenges, with experts warning that without major structural reforms…