Examining accountability through the lens of local politics
PhD student Justin de Benedictis-Kessner helps explain political behavior at the federal level.
Mapping the history of U.S. state politics
Unique new study shows political orientation of all 50 U.S. states over time.
Facing the global refugee crisis
At MIT event, scholars and relief workers warn current problems could be “the tip of the iceberg.”
Inside climate politics
Study: Pattern of winners and losers explains U.S. policy on fuel subsidies.
3 Questions: Jennifer Light on new media and democracy
MIT historian of technology discusses new work examining “digital citizenship.”
MRIs for a more peaceful world
Neuroscientists and political scientists join together to advance peace and reconciliation.
Q&A: Deval Patrick on innovation and growth
Former Massachusetts governor discusses MIT, policymaking, and public investment in technology.
Communicating climate change: Focus on solutions
MIT discussion highlights causes for optimism and the importance of emphasizing positive steps.
Interdisciplinary medicine
Senior Yiping Xing’s view of health care draws upon research, public health, and policy.
When logic meets rhetoric
Edward Schiappa has studied reason and rhetoric from ancient Greece to “Will & Grace.”
Can the U.S. and Russia make more progress on nuclear security?
State Department official lauds enforcement of New START Treaty, but cites need for more work.