The Rice Cultivator: Vol. 4 Fall 2013
A compendium of policy essays by members of the Baker Institute Student Forum
August 28, 2013 5527 Results
Cancer Drug Prices and the Free-market Forces
For both generic and patented cancer drugs, the free-market economy has not worked well. Solutions are needed to maintain…
August 26, 2013 Fourth Annual Community Drug Awareness Day August 23, 2013
The Houston-Harris County Office of Drug Policy will hold its fourth annual Community Drug Awareness Day at Rice University…
Energy Market Cycles
Under this study, the Baker Institute will embark on a comprehensive study on the interaction of the oil investment cycle…
August 20, 2013 Comprehensive Immigration Reform: Legislative and Political Roadblocks with Tony Payan August 14, 2013
Come meet our expert and enjoy local beer, light fare and a great evening with the Baker Institute Associate Roundtable!
Imm…
The 2013 Houston Colloquium: Findings From the Student-led Public Diplomacy Program August 12, 2013
Participants of the student-led Public Diplomacy and Global Policy Program report the findings of the 2013 colloquium.
Co…
Speculation, Fundamentals, and the Price of Crude Oil
The causes and consequences of rising oil price over the past decade have been the subject of much debate. The role of…
August 5, 2013 
Defining “Research” in the US and EU: Contrast of Sherley v. Sebelius and Brüstle v. Greenpeace Rulings
In a recent commentary, Baker Institute science and technology policy experts described two international court cases that…
August 4, 2013 
Understanding and Addressing Youth in "Gangs" in Mexico
This report, published by the Wilson Center, seeks to understand and define the gang issue in Mexico, establish the regional…
August 1, 2013 
Conference Report -- Immigration Reform: A System for the 21st Century July 15, 2013
Leading U.S. immigration experts, public policy scholars and political figures debate issues and solutions to crucial…