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Sep 16, 2024

Alerting the Nation: Results from the National Survey on the October 2023 National Test of the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) System

In this RAND webinar, Andrew Parker and Rachel Steratore summarize the results of a large, national survey fielded to the American public immediately following the nationwide test of the Wireless Emergency Alerts system.

Andrew M. Parker, Rachel Steratore, Jason Thomas Barnosky

Sep 6, 2024

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The Math Equity Equation: Rethinking Tracking to = High Probability of Success in Math for All K–12 Students

RAND researchers, along with discussants from two states, discuss one way many U.S. public schools try to ensure all children have equitable and rigorous learning opportunities in mathematics: tracking — or grouping students by achievement level.

Julia H. Kaufman, Ma Bernadette Andres-Salgarino, Paige Darstein

Aug 16, 2024

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Reforming DoD's Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution Process for a Competitive Future

Congress, the Department of Defense, and other key stakeholders are working on once-in-a-generation changes to the planning, programming, budgeting, and execution (PPBE) process. Leaders gathered at RAND to discuss their visions for PPBE reform.

Chuck Hagel, Bob Hale, Eric Fanning, Frank Kendall, William A. Laplante, Lara Sayer, Stephanie Young

Aug 16, 2024

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Artificial Intelligence and Homeland Security: How AI Impacts the Homeland Security Enterprise

A panel of experts from RAND's Homeland Security Research Division examined the impact of artificial intelligence on the Department of Homeland Security and the homeland security enterprise more broadly.

Carter C. Price, Douglas C. Ligor, Brodi Kotila

Aug 12, 2024

The U.S.-Japan Alliance: Realizing a Free and Open Indo-Pacific

This conference explored the perspectives of U.S. and Japanese specialists and representatives of other regional countries, and it contributed to the public's understanding of the key issues confronting Washington and Tokyo.

Ken Jimbo, Christopher B. Johnstone, Kristen Gunness, Emily Cloke, Francis Maynard S. Maleon, Zaib Shaikh, Kenko Sone, Howard J. Shatz, Shihoko Goto, Kunihiko Shinoda, Jeffrey W. Hornung

Aug 12, 2024

U.S. Armed Forces in the Arctic: Understanding Operating Capabilities in a Challenging Region

This panel features insights from a RAND report on the Arctic operating capabilities of U.S. armed forces, as well as a broader discussion about the strategic implications of the evolving security environment in the Arctic.

Peter W. Gautier, Scott Savitz, Abbie Tingstad, Stephanie Pezard, Yuliya Shokh

Aug 9, 2024

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AI Security: Safeguarding Large Language Models and Why This Matters for the Future of Geopolitics

RAND gathered experts in artificial intelligence (AI) and global security for a moderated panel discussion on the increasingly important topic of securing AI and the implications for national and homeland security.

Richard Danzig, Barry Pavel, Michelle Woods, Joslyn Barnhart, Lisa Einstein, Tara Michels, Sella Nevo, Jim Mitre

Jul 31, 2024

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Considering Alternatives to Prohibiting Psychedelic Drugs

The RAND Epstein Family Veterans Policy Research Institute and RAND Drug Policy Research Center convened a panel of experts to discuss new data about the use of psychedelics in the United States and considerations for policymakers.

Michelle Priest, Beau Kilmer, Jesse Gould, Roberto Múkaro Borrero, Rajeev Ramchand

Jul 30, 2024

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Climate Change and Critical Infrastructure: Assessing the Risks and Identifying Mitigation Strategies

As climate change accelerates, the threats it poses to critical infrastructure increases. The RAND Homeland Security Research Division hosted a webinar describing the results of research examining threats to National Critical Functions.

Andrew Lauland, Michelle E. Miro, Susan A. Resetar, Rahim Ali

Jul 29, 2024

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A Discussion on Recent Trends Among the Unsheltered in Los Angeles: Findings from 2023 Data Collection

RAND experts discussed findings from their latest report on the number of people living unsheltered in Hollywood, Skid Row, and Venice and this population's housing needs, experiences, and preferences.

Jason M. Ward, Rick Garvey, Sarah B. Hunter, Louis Abramson

Jul 15, 2024

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Factoring Africa into U.S. Security Policy

In this video, RAND researchers discuss Africa's importance as a core national security interest of the United States, its geopolitical significance, and its connection to the broader global economy.

Marie Jones, Fabian Villalobos, Elisa Yoshiara

Jul 15, 2024

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Improving Service Members' Transitions from the Military

The RAND Epstein Family Veterans Policy Research Institute brought together leaders from federal agencies, nonprofit organizations, and higher education to discuss the current ecosystem of programs supporting military-to-civilian transitions.

Carrie M. Farmer, Rajeev Ramchand, Jeffrey B. Wenger, Meredith Kleykamp, James Rodriguez, John Boerstler, Agnes Gereben Schaefer, Ross Dickman, Mark Takano, V. Darleen Opfer, James Ruhlman, Jared Lyon, Amber Bloomfield, Mike Haynie, Chuck Hagel

What Teachers Think of School Safety and Lockdown Drills

The Veterans Left Behind: Eligibility for VA Benefits and Other Than Honorable Discharges

Take a Fresh Look at How Leaders Approach Narratives

Ukraine's 'Masterstroke' Kursk Offensive Is About Geometry, not Geography

Climate Change and Critical Infrastructure: Assessing the Risks and Identifying Mitigation Strategies

The Policy Currents Podcast

Getting to Know Military Caregivers and Their Needs

Managing Escalation in Crisis and War

Assessing and Articulating the Wider Benefits of Research

Improving Access to Early Childhood Education

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Alerting the Nation: Results from the National Survey on the October 2023 National Test of the Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) System

The Math Equity Equation: Rethinking Tracking to = High Probability of Success in Math for All K–12 Students

Reforming DoD's Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution Process for a Competitive Future

Artificial Intelligence and Homeland Security: How AI Impacts the Homeland Security Enterprise

The U.S.-Japan Alliance: Realizing a Free and Open Indo-Pacific

U.S. Armed Forces in the Arctic: Understanding Operating Capabilities in a Challenging Region

AI Security: Safeguarding Large Language Models and Why This Matters for the Future of Geopolitics

Considering Alternatives to Prohibiting Psychedelic Drugs

Climate Change and Critical Infrastructure: Assessing the Risks and Identifying Mitigation Strategies

A Discussion on Recent Trends Among the Unsheltered in Los Angeles: Findings from 2023 Data Collection

Factoring Africa into U.S. Security Policy

Improving Service Members' Transitions from the Military

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