Each year, contaminated drinking water contributes to the deaths of ~750,000 children under age five. A RAND project is using mobile phones to market durable safe-water filters in Kenya. Letting consumers pay in increments via mobile banking increases adoption of products for which transaction fees would normally be too high. Read More »
The knowledge that their images and descriptions can be spread to millions instantly should make would-be terrorists more apprehensive. More important, perhaps, is that involvement can transform members of the public from helpless bystanders into active participants in their own defense, thereby reducing fear and alarm. Read More »
Data released by the government on Wednesday shows that hospitals charge Medicare different amounts for the same procedure — sometimes 10 to 20 times what Medicare typically reimburses. RAND research has presented options for modifying Medicare payment policies to improve the value of services and address payment differentials. Read More »
This RAND Review discusses books and other media targeted toward Arab children that encourage tolerance and critical thinking. Other stories address U.S. defense budget cuts, teacher effectiveness, the NSF's role in promoting research, and how RAND helps foster technological innovation in other countries. RAND Review »
With most of the Affordable Care Act's provisions taking full effect in 2014, the complex process of implementing the law is underway across the United States. RAND research is tracking the progress of implementation and assessing the potential consequences of choices facing federal and state governments, employers, families, and individuals. Read More »
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