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Annual Energy Summit hosted by Rice’s Baker Institute and Baker Botts Oct. 1-2

The eighth annual Energy Summit will highlight challenges and opportunities of the continuing evolution of the energy sector.

David Petraeus to speak at Rice’s Baker Institute Sept. 24

Former CIA Director and retired Army General David Petraeus will speak on the Ukraine conflict and U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan Sept. 24 at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.

Former ambassador to Russia John Sullivan to discuss US-Russia relations at Rice Baker Institute Sept. 23

Former U.S. Ambassador to Russia John Sullivan will speak at Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy today about the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia and reflect on his memoir, “Midnight in Moscow.”

‘Well within reason’: Fed makes first interest rate cut since 2020

Rice experts John Diamond and Zach Bethune are available to comment on the Fed's decision to cut interest rates by a half percentage point.

Rice launches ‘Policy Playbook’ with expert nonpartisan insights on key issues before the election

Nonpartisan data and insights on the top issues of the upcoming election such as the southern border, energy sustainability and resilient communities are available in ”Election 2024: Policy Playbook,” a new series of policy briefs presented jointly by Rice and the Baker Institute for Public Policy. The series offers critical context, analysis and recommendations to equip policy leaders governing the U.S. and Texas in 2025.

‘India matters’: Shashi Tharoor speaks with Rice’s Satterfield about India’s global impact

Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy welcomed author, politician and former international civil servant Shashi Tharoor Sept. 6 for a deep-dive conversation into how India is positioning itself as a key player on the world stage.

Political parties, the media and the 2024 election examined at Rice’s Baker Institute

The New York Times chief White House correspondent Peter Baker and New Yorker staff writer Susan Glasser had a moderated conversation about the 2024 election Sept. 5 at Rice Baker Institute for Public Policy. Baker and Glasser have authored several books about American politics, including “The Man Who Ran Washington: The Life and Times of James A. Baker III.” The dialogue was a comprehensive analysis of the key issues, campaign strategies and electoral dynamics shaping the upcoming election.

Rice addressing ‘one of the most pressing issues of our time’: The brain’s role in America’s future

Neuroscience experts from government, medicine, business and academia came together at Rice’s Bioscience Research Collaborative (BRC) Aug. 27 to discuss the American “brain economy transition.” The role of the human brain in the wider economy is drawing increased attention, and brain capital is becoming a priority for business and individuals. 

Rice’s Baker Institute Center for Energy Studies unveils first annual Energy Insights

Texas’ energy reliability and the future of global energy supply chains are just a few of the topics addressed in the first annual Energy Insights – a collection of articles from fellows and scholars at the Center for Energy Studies (CES) from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy that provides expert data and analysis on some of the most pressing policy issues affecting national and global energy markets.

Coercive annexation of Taiwan by the People’s Republic of China would unleash globally destructive consequences, Rice Baker Institute report says

A new paper from Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy argues that an annexation of Taiwan by the People’s Republic of China (PRC) would trigger economic shocks and diminish the quality of life for populations across Asia and beyond, as well as have devastating impacts on American interests and Americans’ well-being.

Rice experts share insights with leading media during Paris Olympics

As the world’s attention turned to Paris for the 2024 Summer Olympics, experts from Rice lent their expertise to major national news outlets.

Rice’s Baker Institute unveils Argentina Energy Sector Initiative

Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy announces a new initiative focused on the Argentine energy sector that will result in conferences, reports and workshops. Argentina possesses a wide range of energy resources, including the Vaca Muerta shale formation which contains the world’s second largest unconventional natural gas and fourth largest unconventional petroleum reserves.

Rice energy experts available to explain Chevron’s headquarters move to Houston

Two energy experts from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy are available to comment on Chevron moving its headquarters to Houston.

Higher CEO pay in large health care systems linked to hospital consolidations, Rice study suggests

A new study from Rice’s Baker Institute for Public Policy reveals that CEO salaries for nonprofit hospitals and health care systems increased significantly from 2012 to 2019. This rise in compensation may be a factor driving the ongoing consolidation of health care systems, particularly among larger organizations, according to the researchers.  

Rice experts available to discuss variety of Olympic-related topics on 2024 Paris Games

Experts from are available to discuss Olympic-related topics with the media.