Report
An Assessment of the U.S. and Chinese Industrial Bases in Quantum Technology
This report presents a flexible and repeatable set of metrics for assessing a nation's industrial base in quantum technology, and applies those metrics to the U.S. and Chinese quantum industrial bases.
Feb 2, 2022
Journal Article
Modelling the Impact of Social Distancing and Targeted Vaccination on the Spread of COVID-19 Through a Real City-Scale Contact Network
We use mobile device data to construct empirical interpersonal physical contact networks in the city of Portland, Oregon, both before and after social distancing measures were enacted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dec 15, 2021
Report
Commercial and Military Applications and Timelines for Quantum Technology
This report provides an overview of the current state of quantum technology and its potential commercial and military applications, such as data encryption and extremely precise sensors.
Oct 28, 2021
Report
America's 5G Era: Gaining Competitive Advantages While Securing the Country and Its People
Researchers assessing the fifth-generation (5G) wireless ecosystem found important implications of 5G-era devices, networks, and services for securing data and protecting individual privacy.
May 24, 2021
Research Brief
The Department of Defense's Posture for Artificial Intelligence: Assessment and Recommendations for Improvement
In this report, RAND Corporation researchers assess the state of artificial intelligence relevant to the U.S. Department of Defense and provide recommendations for the future of the department's artificial intelligence posture.
Jan 26, 2021
Report
How Smart Cities Could Improve Open Data Portals to Empower Local Residents and Businesses: A Case Study of the City of Los Angeles and COVID-19
In this Perspective, the authors provide generalizable strategies that city leaders could adopt to improve the utility of their open data portals to facilitate local access to information and promote community-based problem-solving.
Jul 27, 2020
Report
The Department of Defense Posture for Artificial Intelligence: Assessment and Recommendations
In this report, the authors assess the state of artificial intelligence (AI) relevant to DoD, conduct an independent assessment of the Department of Defense's posture in AI, and put forth a set of recommendations to enhance that posture.
Dec 17, 2019