The Damage of Trump’s Tariffs, Explained
In the first episode of “The Two-Handed Economist,” John W. Diamond attempts to inject a common-sense analysis into the…
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An Uncertain Future for Humanitarian Aid
With the shrinking of foreign aid budgets in the U.S. and Europe, what lies ahead for the international aid system? Visiting…
April 14, 2025 
US Needs More Munitions To Safeguard Seaborne Energy and Goods Trade
Amid rising global tensions, the U.S. faces challenges in maintaining military readiness to protect key maritime and air…
April 11, 2025 
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…
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