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September 6, 2012 - In the Media
"Study details racial, educational gaps in mortality rates"
From The Bay State Banner
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August 13, 2012 - Publication
Exploring the Culture of Mixed-Income Housing
New research from the Mixed-Income Development Study explores community life in three mixed-income communities built on the footprint of former Chicago public housing projects. Read More
August 5, 2012 - From the field
Widening Gaps in Life Expectancy Reflect Race, Gender, and Education
Although longevity has increased in the United States as a whole since 1990, the gap in life expectancy between Americans with the least and the most education is widening, according to research by scholars in the ... Read More
July 18, 2012 - Publication
Analyzing the States' Budget Crisis
The State Budget Crisis Task Force details the extent of states’ fiscal problems and fiscal sustainability in the wake of the global financial crisis. Read More
June 28, 2012 - From the field
Foundation's Results First Work Informs OMB Evidence-Based Initiative
The Foundation's work to support the use of benefit-cost analysis tools to help states provide the best outcomes for citizens while improving fiscal health is influencing policy. Read More
June 19, 2012 - Publication
Research Universities and the Future of America
Research universities have made critical contributions to the American economy and society. However, persistent funding challenges threaten the vitality of U.S. research universities, according to a report requested by Congress. Read More
June 7, 2012 - From the field
Better Results, Lower Costs in Washington State
This brief by Results First, a joint initiative of MacArthur and the Pew Center on the States, highlights how Washington state has applied effectively cost-benefit analysis to criminal justice programs. Read More
June 7, 2012 - From the field
Helping States Make Informed Policy Choices
Results First, a joint initiative of MacArthur and the Pew Center on the States, is helping states assess the costs and benefits of policy options and use that data to make decisions based on the results. Read More
May 21, 2012 - Publication
Examining the Fiscal Health of City Governments
The National League of Cities will examine the fiscal health of city governments across the U.S. as they recover from the recession. Read More
March 22, 2012 - Press release
MacArthur Awards $13.4 Million to Study and Support Enhanced Nuclear Security
Much of the new funding will help to train and support an elite group of nuclear experts to make policy recommendations for preventing nuclear terrorism and enhancing nuclear non-proliferation. Read More
March 13, 2012 - Press release
MacArthur Awards $2.7 Million to Support Research on How Housing Matters
The research will explore the role housing plays in the long-term health and well-being of children, families, and communities. Read More
March 2, 2012 - Speech
Aspen Institute Hosts Luncheon Conversation with Bob Gallucci
MacArthur President Robert Gallucci was interviewed about the Foundation's grantmaking, the lack of civil discourse in America, and some of the globe’s most challenging nuclear security threats. Read More
February 27, 2012 - Publication
Report Calls for More Adaptive Conservation Management
In a MacArthur-supported paper, the Environmental Law Institute notes an inability on the part of nature system managers to adjust to the threats posed to biodiversity by climate change. Read More
February 25, 2012 - From the field
CHA Launches Plan for Transformation of Public Housing 2.0
The Chicago Housing Authority (CHA) will recalibrate its historic Plan for Transformation of public housing by engaging in a collaborative, open process. Read More
February 16, 2012 - Grantee Profile
Business and Professional People for the Public Interest, 2012 MacArthur Award for Creative & Effective Institutions
BPI works to address some of the Chicago area’s most pressing social justice challenges. Read More
